District Port State Control Lead – Telework Eligible

U.S. Coast Guard; New Orleans (LA); Remote; USD 106,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Coast Guard in New Orleans seeks a District Port State Control Program Specialist (GS-1801-13) to coordinate port state control and vessel arrival activities within the district. This civilian role supports compliance with U.S.

laws, international conventions, and maritime standards. You will provide technical reviews of vessel plans and equipment, advise on policy, and work with federal, state, and local agencies to promote understanding of Coast Guard requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary representative within the Heartland District on matters related to the inspection of foreign flag vessels and arrivals.
• Provides technical review of vessel plans and specs to determine compliance with US laws, regulations, and international conventions.
• Gives policy guidance, consultative services and technical assistance for implementing laws, treaties, regulations and standards regarding port state control inspections and vessel arrivals.
• Establishes and maintains liaison with federal, state and local agencies to promote acceptance and understanding of USCG laws, regulations, standards and objectives.

Job description

The U.S. Coast Guard in New Orleans seeks a District Port State Control Program Specialist (GS-1801-13) to coordinate port state control and vessel arrival activities within the district. This civilian role supports compliance with U.S.

laws, international conventions, and maritime standards. You will provide technical reviews of vessel plans and equipment, advise on policy, and work with federal, state, and local agencies to promote understanding of Coast Guard requirements.