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Electrician’s Mate First Class Petty Officer Dustin Thomas (left), Boatswain’s Mate First Class Petty Officer Shawn Wells (center), and Yeoman First Class Petty Officer Ashley Moulden (right) celebrate their reception into the hallowed ranks of Cuttermen aboard the CGC Willow on July 5, 2023. The Cutterman insignia signifies that they have exhibited the requisite professionalism and dedication to duty expected of seagoing Coast Guard personnel.

Nov. 1, 2023

“This is a challenge, and it is what you make of it.” — Why Petty Officer 1st Class Ashley Moulden serves at sea

“I want to see new places. I want that adventure. I want the experience and I want the sea time.”

Oct. 31, 2023

Coast Guard adjusts operations plan to mitigate 2024 workforce shortage

AY24 assignments will focus on positions most critical to lifesaving and national security missions.

The CGBI Support/Training and Outreach Programs offers free onsite and virtual system training and support to help all users make better operational decisions with the Coast Guard’s robust data analytics tools.

Oct. 26, 2023

Coast Guard Business Intelligence (CGBI) team offers training, support

Go beyond unit readiness stats with in-person, online CGBI training.

Oct. 23, 2023

Introducing new Inactive Duty Training (IDT) travel reimbursement for eligible members

The Coast Guard will use a phased approach to reimburse certain members for Inactive Duty Training (IDT) travel.

The Judge Advocate General publishes a periodic Good Order and Discipline (GOAD) Report of statistics and narrative descriptions of discipline to inform the Coast Guard community and reinforce Coast Guard standards.

Oct. 20, 2023

Good Order and Discipline 2.0

Harassing behavior data, descriptions included to bolster accountability.

What is credentialing and what you should do about it.

Oct. 17, 2023

Get the 101 on the Coast Guard’s Voluntary Credentialing Program

What is credentialing and what you should do about it.

Two Damage Controlman (DC) A-school students demonstrate proper firefighting techniques in a simulated galley fire at Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown on July 15. DCs, along with boatswain’s mates and gunner’s mates are participating in a Vested Crewmember beta test where graduating recruits fill a petty officer third class billet prior to A-School and return to that unit for upon becoming rated. (U.S. Coast Guard photo taken by Chief Damage Controlman Steve Brochu.)

Oct. 11, 2023

Coast Guard streamlines guaranteed A-school process

EPM beta-tests the Vested Crewmember program by assigning members with guaranteed A-school to a petty officer third class position in their future rating.

The Coast Guard recently removed the requirement for regular Enlisted Evaluation Reports (EER) for junior enlisted to reduce the administrative workload for supervisors allowing them to focus on mentoring and coaching.

Oct. 10, 2023

Coast Guard suspends requirement for regular EERs for members in paygrades E1 – E-3

Change allows supervisors, junior personnel to focus on job proficiencies.

Oct. 3, 2023

Save time and effort with FIONA

FSMS virtual agent shortens time to getting your questions answered and reduces the need to submit tickets, providing more efficient and effective service to the FSMS customer.

A Coast Guard officer's cover, sword, gloves, and ribbons are displayed together with the American Flag.

Sept. 27, 2023

Mid-term Counseling: Do more than check the box

In today’s dynamic work environment, it is critical for organizations to foster continuous professional development opportunities.