This vacancy is for a GS-2101-14, Marine Transportation Specialist located in the Department of Homeland Security, Assistant Commandant for Prevention Policy, Commercial Regulations and Standards Directorate, Office of Merchant Mariner Credentialing, Maritime Personnel Qualifications Division in Washington, DC.
You will serve as a Marine Transportation Specialist and be responsible for developing national-level strategies for the Mariner Credentialing Program (MCP). The main responsibilities include maritime personnel qualifications and labor issues pertaining to the U.S.
Merchant Marine, together with the development of agency regulations, standards, policies, procedures and training; as well as coordination with other agencies responsible for ensuring maritime safety, security and environmental protection. Being a Coast Guard (CG) civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team.
Typical work assignments include: Participating in the development, interpretation, and implementation of rules and regulations concerning merchant mariner credentialing, as related to the Coast Guard's Maritime Prevention Program. Providing guidance on maritime personnel qualifications and labor issues, reviewing related reports, and preparing summaries of key regulatory findings.
Serving as a subject matter expert supporting regulatory projects on maritime personnel qualifications, transportation, and safety. Providing policy recommendations by assessing maritime issues using marine transportation and safety principles, and integrating input from diverse experts to produce coherent, workable standards and regulatory proposals.
Developing and maintaining professional networks for purposes such as promoting information sharing, identifying the need for new programs or services and soliciting program input. Conferring with labor and industry representatives to establish acceptable operating requirements, procedures, and personnel safety criteria.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application.
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This position does not have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail. Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.
DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.
This position is with U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security.
The posted pay range is $143913 – $187093/yr.
Applications close on 2026-09-08.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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