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Command Center Watchstander
U.S. Coast Guard · Posted 2 days ago
On-siteAlameda, CA$93K – $121KApply by Jun 1, 2026Miscellaneous Administration And ProgramENTJESFJESTJISTJ
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This vacancy is for a GS-0301-11, Command Center Watchstander located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, D11 COMMAND CENTER -DRMC in ALAMEDA, California.
What You'll Do
- →You will serve as a Command Center Watchstander and be responsible to oversee and monitor the units response to Search and Rescue (SAR) cases in order to minimize loss of life and property at sea.
- →Specifically, the incumbent ensures collection of initial information, classifies cases, establishes documentation, and develops an awareness of the case sufficient to identify suitable response.
- →The incumbent subsequently coordinates a response with Coast Guard and other agency resources.
- →The incumbent plans cases to maximize the probability of success (POS) using all available information and tools.
- →Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team.
- →Typical work assignments include: Developing search action plans while investigating and coordinating ongoing activities and operations with the Area of Responsibility (AOR).
- →Providing command and control over Coast Guard assets in all maritime law enforcement operations within the District AOR.
- →Analyzing and disseminating a variety of nautical data such as current, tides, weather (including wind and storm alerts, visibility, and water depth).
- →Gathering relevant information concerning Coast Guard missions and notifying appropriate agencies and participants.
- →Addressing industry representatives, consumer groups, and members of trade association meetings in forums regarding specific regulatory issues, search and rescue concerns, boating safety, or other issues involving Coast Guard operations.
- →Providing training and upholding qualification standards for members standing watch in the Command Center.
- →Advising on routine or common program problems and issues.
- →Mandatory training is required which must be successfully completed and other training may occur as necessary for success in the position.
- →Within one-year of arrival the incumbent will be required to complete Maritime Search and Rescue Planning School (TRACEN Yorktown), and Command Center School (TRACEN Yorktown).
Requirements
- ✓All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
- ✓Do NOT include the following types of information in your resume: Social Security Number (SSN) Date of Birth (DOB) Photos of yourself (if included on your resume you will not be considered for this position) Personal information: such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
- ✓Key Requirements: Must be a U.S.
- ✓Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service.
- ✓See www.sss.gov A one-year probationary period may be required.
- ✓To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy.
- ✓To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation.
- ✓This position requires a Secret clearance.
- ✓This is not a Bargaining Unit position.
- ✓Selectee subject to successful completion of pre-employment medical exam.
- ✓Time-in-Grade requirement must be met by the closing date of the vacancy.
- ✓All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit.
- ✓This position requires the selectee to pass a pre-employment drug test.
- ✓The Office of Personnel management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees.
Benefits
- ★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.
Personality Fit
Job ID: 4327cde3-54e5-4b5b-b071-ed94adb68dd1
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