Senior Merchant Mariner Evaluation Specialist (Deck)

The U.S. Coast Guard National Maritime Center is seeking a Senior Merchant Mariner Evaluation Specialist (Deck) to manage and improve the deck-examination portion of the merchant-mariner credentialing system. Miami is listed as one of several potential duty stations; final placement is negotiable after selection. Responsibilities: Oversee development, technical review, and revision of deck-officer examination content so testing remains aligned with maritime regulations, vessel technology, and industry practices. Analyze test-item performance and psychometric findings, decide how flawed questions should be revised or withdrawn, and answer complex requests for reconsideration and credentialing interpretation. Train and guide examination specialists and regional examination centers, resolve difficult testing inconsistencies, and monitor quality and efficiency of examination operations. Qualifications: Applicants need at least one year of qualifying specialized experience at a level comparable to GS-12 and must meet a selective maritime-experience pathway, such as holding or having held a Chief Mate credential, equivalent qualifying military deck-warfare experience, or specific National Maritime Center subject-matter experience. The official announcement also lists a positive education requirement and transcript rules. Important details: Full-time, permanent; some travel. Open-continuous hiring through February 9, 2027, with possible earlier referral dates. Miami is a possible location, not a confirmed placement.