This vacancy is for a GS-2101-14, Mariner Training and Assessment Division Chief located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, NMC MARINER TRAINING and ASSESSMENT DIVISION in MARTINSBURG, West Virginia.
NOTE: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPEN FOR A PERIOD OF 90 DAYS. WE WILL REVIEW APPLICANTS EVERY 30 DAYS. CUT-OFF DATES ARE AS FOLLOWS: Jan 12, Feb 12, Mar 12, 2026. Applications received by 11:59EST on the above dates will be reviewed for consideration and those deemed qualified in accordance with merit promotion procedures will be referred to management for consideration. Applications received after the initial cut-off date will be considered as needed every 30 days. To qualify at the GS-14 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular and recurring basis. Management of complex programs or projects Development or oversight of training curricula and delivery Development or oversight of practical and/or knowledge-based assessments Supervising diverse staffs including experts in areas you may be unfamiliar with NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or related applicable assessment) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. NOTE: Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level. Selective Placement Factor(s) must be met in order to receive further consideration. You will be given the opportunity to address these when you apply on-line. Must hold or have held a U.S. Merchant Mariner credential in the grade of Master, Any Gross Tons (AGT) or Chief Engineer, Unlimited and International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) certification or the equivalent military experience as Commanding Officer or Engineer Officer or Chief Engineer of vessels of more than 1600 Gross Tons and 4000HP. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
You will serve as a Mariner Training and Assessment Division Chief and be responsible for managing the command's centralized functions through the approval of effective training courses for mariners, developing of examinations of the knowledge-based competency of applicants and aligning the division's organization and operations to optimize current and future MCP requirements. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Supervise personnel to meet the evolving goals of the Coast Guard's Mariner Credentialing Program Manages all aspects of the Coast Guard's Mariner Credentialing knowledge examination program. Manages all aspects of U.S. Merchant Mariner training and practical assessment approval with focus on conformity, consistency, quality, and continuous improvement Using self and subordinate staff expertise, advise the Mariner Credentialing Program on a wide range of technical maritime industry matters. Collaborates with maritime industry to balance regulatory requirements, industry need, and emerging technologies