Alternative Inspection Program Manager

U.S. Coast Guard•New Orleans, LA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Alternative Inspection Program Manager is a GS-1801-13 position with the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, D8 Inspections and Investigations Branch-DPI, located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The position serves as the Heartland District’s primary subject matter expert on U.S. laws and regulations, Coast Guard policy, and international agreements governing delegated inspections, examinations, and other services for U.S.-flag domestic commercial vessels. These services may be conducted by private company personnel, Third-Party Organizations, and Recognized Organizations on behalf of, and as an alternative to, the Coast Guard. The role provides program oversight and direction for towing vessel inspection personnel, reviews proposals from private-sector sources for vessel examination services, and represents the district on towing vessel inspection and safety matters. The position requires specialized experience equivalent to at least one year at the GS-12 level, including relevant experience with towing vessel inspections, regulatory frameworks, database systems, audit assessments, compliance evaluations, and technical guidance to field units. This position requires a Secret clearance, a valid state driver’s license, and successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination and background investigation. A one-year probationary period may be required. The selectee must meet all qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.

Requirements

At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the federal sector.
Specialized experience must demonstrate the ability, skills, and knowledge to perform the position’s duties; education cannot substitute for experience at this grade level.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
Must successfully complete a pre-employment medical examination and background investigation.
Must meet the time-in-grade requirement by the vacancy announcement closing date.
Federal salary payments must be received by direct deposit.
Examples of relevant specialized experience include inspections and oversight of inspected towing vessels and knowledge of applicable regulatory frameworks; management of database systems such as Mission Management Systems and Towing Safety Management Systems; audit assessments and compliance evaluations under applicable regulations and ISO 9001 standards; and providing technical guidance, policy interpretation, and program support to field units across 26 states.
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

Responsibilities

Provide program oversight and direction to towing vessel inspection field personnel in the continual analysis of matters pertaining to towing vessel inspections.
Review and recommend approval or rejection of formal proposals from private-sector sources to provide vessel examination services.
Serve as the primary representative on district matters related to towing vessel inspection and towing vessel safety activities.

Benefits

Potential student loan repayment of up to $10,000 pre-tax for one calendar year for eligible selectees newly appointed to a permanent or term position; requires a three-year service agreement.
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Long-term care insurance
Retirement plan
Thrift Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Personal leave days
Paid federal holidays
Flexible work schedules may be available
Tuition reimbursement may be available
Transportation subsidies may be available
Uniform allowance may be available
Health and wellness programs may be available
Fitness centers may be available
Employee training and developmental opportunities
PCS may be paid in accordance with agency policy