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Thank you for your interest in the Coast Guard or Coast Guard Reserve. The U.S. Coast Guard is one of the five armed forces of the United States and the only Military organization within the Department of Homeland Security. Since 1790 the Coast Guard has safeguarded our nation’s maritime interests and environment around the world.
Our Qualification criteria are similar to other military branches and a Coast Guard recruiter can assist you in completing a variety of forms to validate your eligibility. Some basic Qualification Criteria for joining is:
-Must be a U.S. citizen or a resident alien
-Be between the ages of 17-31 (if no prior military service) or 17-40 For reserves
-Have a high school diploma (or equivalent)
-Pass the Armed Forces Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) with a minimum score of 36
-Meet height/weight standards
-Pass a military entrance medical exam
-Pass a background check
-pass a credit check
Related Civilian Jobs:
- Inventory Manager
- Purchasing Agent
- Accountant
- Budget Analyst
- Shipping and Receiving Clerk
- Warehouse Supervisor
- Logistics Specialist
SKs procure, store, preserve, and package supplies, spare parts, provisions, technical items, and all other necessary supplies and services. They also keep inventories, prepare requisitions, and check incoming supplies. Storekeepers handle all logistical functions and are experts in the Coast Guard accounting system, preparing financial accounts and reports. They utilize all types of office equipment and use computers extensively. They also operate all types of material handling equipment, including forklifts.Types of Duty:SKs are stationed throughout the Coast Guard in all types of shore units, including sectors, bases, air stations, law enforcement teams, district offices and headquarters units. They also serve at sea on most large cutters, including ice-breakers and the new security cutters. SKs have opportunities for independent-duty assignments on buoy tenders and search and rescue stations.Training Available:SK 'A' school is an eight-week, performance-based course. Students perform actual SK tasks, with practical exercises in:
- MILSTRIP, Research Federal Logistics Data (FEDLOG)
- Create MILSTRIP Messages Using Coast Guard Message System (CGMS)
- Simplified Acquisition Procedures Using Finance & Procurement Desktop (FPD)
- Fiscal Procedures
- Shipping and Receiving
- Inventory Management and Configuration Management (CMPlus)
- Property Management
- Transportation of Freight
Qualifications:Computer skills, organizational skills, and an aptitude for practical mathematics are desired. Inventory and customer-service experience is a plus, although not required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $3,406.00 - $4,395.00 per month
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Work authorization:
- United States (Required)
Application Question:
- Do you understand that this is a Full time active duty Military position?
Work Location:
- Multiple locations
Typical start time:
- 8AM
Typical end time:
- 4PM
Pay Frequency:
- Bi weekly or Twice monthly
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
- Dependable more reliable than spontaneous
- People-oriented enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
- Adaptable/flexible enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
- Detail-oriented would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
- Achievement-oriented enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
- Autonomous/Independent enjoys working with little direction
- Innovative prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity
- High stress tolerance thrives in a high-pressure environment
This Job Is:
- A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
- Open to applicants under 18 years old, provided it is legally allowed for the job and location
- A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)
- A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
- A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
Company's website:
- www.gooastguard.com
Company's Facebook page:
- www.facebook.com/gocoastguardcolumbus/