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Lead Command Center Controller
U.S. Coast Guard · Posted 1 days ago
On-siteJacksonville, FL$90K – $116KApply by Jun 7, 2026Miscellaneous Administration And ProgramESTJISTJFinance
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This vacancy is for a GS - 0301 - 12, Lead Command Center Controller located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, SECTOR SAN JUAN COMMAND CENTER in SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico.
What You'll Do
- →You will serve as a Lead Command Center Controller and be responsible for maintaining command and control as a watch leader over all Coast Guard operations in the Sector's area of responsibility.
- →Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team.
- →Typical work assignments include: Leads Coast Guard response missions for search and rescue, pollution, marine safety, and law enforcement incidents across AOR.
- →Provides command and control for Coast Guard missions by coordinating responses, dispatching assets, developing action plans, and ensuring proper documentation.
- →Manages the Sector Command Center training program by establishing requirements, maintaining logs, scheduling training, and advising leadership on gaps.
- →Engages and communicates with external partners and stakeholders to maintain readiness and collaborative standards in the area of responsibility.
- →Presents findings and recommendations to the Sector Chain of Command to inform operational briefs, case statuses, policy, and process improvements.
- →Puerto Rico Only: There is a 2.81% (of basic pay) Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) authorized for this position location.
- →Please see Nonforeign Area Cost-of-Living Allowances for more information.
- →With PCS entitlement comes the eligibility for enrollment into the DoDEA School.
- →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.
- →Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.
- →Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis.
- →If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision.
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.
- ✓Under provisions of the Civil Service Reform Act, first time supervisors and/or managers will be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
- ✓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 must be able to obtain/maintain a valid state driver's license.
- ✓Selectee subject to successful completion of pre-employment medical exam.
- ✓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.
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: e80cd64d-4261-4772-a923-7695dcd77692
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