PASSENGER VESSEL SAFETY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

To qualify for the GS-13 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the federal sector. Specialized experience includes tasks such as inspecting T Boats or small passenger vessels and managing passenger vessel safety programs.

• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-12 in the federal sector.
• Experience as a T Boat or Small Passenger Vessel Inspector.
• Reviewing, evaluating, and advising on activities to improve passenger vessel safety programs.
• Providing oversight, technical advice, and direction for implementing passenger vessel safety programs in an AOR.
• Managing and executing an effective passenger vessel prevention, preparedness, and response program for U.S. domestic and foreign flagged passenger vessels.
• Directing preparation and periodic testing of emergency response protocols and contingency plans.
• Experience cannot be substituted by education at this grade level.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Time-in-Grade requirement must be met by the closing date.

Maintain an effective Passenger Vessel prevention, preparedness, and response program.

• Provide training and policy interpretation to field units and relay concerns to headquarters.
• Promote and maintain effective standards for passenger and crew evacuation, life saving, fire prevention, vessel construction, inspection, crew training, and vessel movement control.
• Promote risk-based decision making within industry regarding company and vessel management, operations, and maintenance.
• Periodically exercise contingency and emergency response strategies with local response community and stakeholders.
• Coordinate activities of field units within the AOR to enhance passenger vessel safety.
• Serve as a technical expert and advisor on passenger vessel safety programs.

A one-year probationary period may be required.

• Must successfully pass a background investigation for a Secret clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Federal salary payments must be made by direct deposit.
• Selectee must disclose if they are a current or former political appointee (within last 5 years).

Complete federal benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance.

• Retirement plan and Thrift Savings Plan (similar to 401(k)).
• Flexible Spending Account and Employee Assistance Program.
• Personal leave days and paid federal holidays.
• Flexible work schedules and telework eligibility.
• Tuition reimbursement and transportation subsidies.
• Uniform allowance and health/wellness programs.
• Disabled veteran leave available for eligible veterans hired on or after November 5, 2016.
• Recruitment incentive of 10% of salary (with 12-month service agreement) for newly appointed federal employees.
• Relocation incentive of 10% of salary (with 12-month service agreement) for current federal employees moving outside commuting area.

This position is open to Status Candidates, Merit Promotion, Current Federal Employees, Former Federal Employees, Overseas Employees, CTAP, ICTAP, VEOA, 30% Disabled, Schedule A, Individuals with Disabilities, Military Spouses, Land and Base Management, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps Vista, and other special authorities.

• Recruitment incentive of 10% of salary (pre-tax) may be authorized for newly appointed federal employees, with a 12-month service agreement.
• Relocation incentive of 10% of salary may be authorized for current federal employees moving outside the current commuting area, with a 12-month service agreement.
• Student loan repayment up to $10,000 (pre-tax) may be available for newly appointed permanent or term employees, with a three-year service agreement.
• DHS uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
• The Fair Chance Act prohibits requesting criminal history before a conditional offer of employment.
• Agency contact: Daniel Benton, Phone: 202-643-1512, Email: [email protected].
• Offers of employment are consistent with all applicable authorities including Presidential Memoranda and Executive Orders.

The U.S. Coast Guard is a branch of the Department of Homeland Security responsible for maritime safety, security, and environmental stewardship. The Heartland District, Prevention Division oversees vessel safety programs across the inland waterways and Gulf Coast region. This position is part of the D8 Inspections and Investigations Branch in New Orleans, Louisiana, focusing on passenger vessel safety. The Coast Guard's prevention mission aims to reduce maritime casualties through regulation, inspection, and industry outreach.