Marine Inspector Apprentice

U.S. Coast Guard•Mobile, AL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Marine Inspector Apprentice is a GS-1801-11/12 position with the U.S. Coast Guard, Sector Mobile Inspections Division, in Mobile, Alabama. The incumbent serves as a civilian resident Prevention Department resource for inspection-policy continuity, technical issues, and special-program support, and represents the Coast Guard in dealings with the maritime industry on commercial vessel safety. The position reviews vessel plans, safety management systems, and operating systems for compliance; inspects vessel systems and documents deficiencies and corrective measures; and conducts vessel safety examinations under SOLAS and other international conventions and regulations for foreign-flag vessels in the area of responsibility. The position has no positive education requirement. Qualification is based on specialized experience at the applicable grade level. Moving expenses will be paid in accordance with applicable regulations. Newly appointed employees to permanent or term positions may be eligible for student loan repayment of up to $10,000 for one calendar year, subject to a three-year service agreement.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Registration with, or exemption from, the Selective Service, as applicable.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination.
Successful completion of a background investigation; the position does not require a security clearance.
Meet the applicable time-in-grade requirement by the announcement closing date.
For GS-12: at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-11 in the federal sector, such as reviewing vessel drawings and systems for regulatory compliance, prescribing corrective actions using MISLE or a similar database, inspecting vessel systems, and reviewing foreign-flag vessel plans and operating systems.
For GS-11: at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-09 in the federal sector, such as reviewing vessel drawings and systems for compliance, prescribing corrective actions using MISLE or a similar database, and inspecting vessel systems for compliance with national and international standards.
Education cannot substitute for experience at these grade levels.
All qualification requirements must be met by the announcement closing date.

Responsibilities

Review vessel plans, safety management systems, and operating systems to determine compliance with regulations and applicable standards.
Inspect vessel systems to ensure they are in safe operating condition and comply with applicable design, installation, and operational standards.
Document deficiencies and corrective measures, and prepare documentation notifying vessel operators or their agencies of required corrective measures.
Conduct complete vessel safety examinations under SOLAS and other international conventions and regulations for foreign-flag vessels within the area of responsibility.
At the GS-12 level, review vessel technical drawings and systems, prescribe corrective actions using MISLE or similar databases, inspect vessel navigation, communication, alarm, lifesaving, firefighting, and pollution-prevention systems, and review foreign-flag vessel plans and operating systems for compliance.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Long-term care insurance
Retirement plan
Thrift Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account
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
Moving expenses paid in accordance with applicable regulations
Potential student loan repayment up to $10,000 for one calendar year, subject to a three-year service agreement