Oct. 6, 2020

A call for surfmen

Being a surfman is a challenging, rewarding job. Are you up for the call?

Oct. 5, 2020

Solicitation: Master’s degree program, leadership programs

The application period is now open for several prestigious Center for Homeland Defense and Security (CHDS) programs. Both civilians and military members are encouraged to apply.

Oct. 2, 2020

Collaborate in real time over hurricane lessons learned through CG_Ideas@Work

Lessons learned from a hurricane response that would usually take weeks or even months to collect have found a real-time solution.

Oct. 2, 2020

Geographic stability for reservists is here

Flexible Personnel Allowance List (FlexPAL) will provide Reservists more geographic stability. 

Sept. 29, 2020

Heading to a command position? Pass the DWO

As you prepare for a new role in an afloat command cadre position, remember you need to pass the Deck Watch Officer Exam (DWO) within a year of reporting to your new position. 

Sept. 28, 2020

Coast Guard Resources: Chaplains – A Q&A with Sector Detroit’s local chaplain, Chaplain Jim Dewey

Chaplains are there for members and their families in ways truly unique from other people in their lives. They are mentors, advisors, and spiritual counselors to the Coast Guard workforce. They also play a critical role in suicide prevention.

Sept. 25, 2020

Let your voice be heard; take the 2020 OPM FEVS

On Sept. 24, 2020, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) released the 2020 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS) to all eligible Department of Homeland Security (DHS) employees. We encourage every eligible Coast Guard civilian employee to provide us with your valuable feedback so that we can continue to make the Coast Guard a better place to work. 

Sept. 24, 2020

Temporary modifications to eligibility requirements for Reserve Good Conduct Medal (RGCM) 

Opportunities for reserve members to schedule drills have been impacted due to the disruptions of the global COVID-19 pandemic. This may result in reserve members being unable to obtain the required 70 retirement points for the Reserve Good Conduct Medal (RGCM) as required in Coast Guard Medals and Awards Manual, COMDTINST M1650.2E. A qualifying year will consist of 50 points rather than the normal 70 points. This modification will be in place from March 1, 2020, until a determined date in the future.

Sept. 24, 2020

Operation Innovation: CG_Ideas@Work 101

CG_Ideas@Work is not just an icon on your Coast Guard standard workstation, it’s a tool to empower the Coast Guard workforce through the exchange of information. The site facilitates the Commandant’s call to lower barriers to innovation, strengthen service innovation initiatives, and accelerate the process of moving the best ideas to service-wide implementation.

Sept. 23, 2020

Wellness Wednesday Sneak Peek—Crisis Resources and Advice

Fires. Hurricanes. Floods. Not to mention, the enduring COVID-19 pandemic. Our Coast Guard workforce and their families are continuing to endure numerous life-changing hurdles. That’s why, during this Wellness Wednesday, guests from our leadership will speak about resources and offer advice that can help mitigate these experiences.