The U.S. Coast Guard is implementing a reorganization at its headquarters.
Effective July 1, a chief of staff position will be established to improve coordination across the headquarters, streamline decision-making, foster a culture of accountability and agility, and ensure the headquarters focuses on big-picture strategy rather than individual operational decisions, the USCG said Wednesday. The assistant commandant for resources, the director of governmental and public affairs and the Force Design 28 implementation team will report to the CoS.
USCG Headquarters Overhaul — Biggest Since World War II
The military service is also splitting its mission support unit into two new directorates: a deputy commandant for personnel and a deputy commandant for systems.
The DCP will oversee all aspects of personnel management, including recruitment, training and military family services. A new workforce and family services center will be established under the DCP to provide support for anti-hate and harassment, wellness, support services, and other programs focused on workforce well-being and family life.
The DCS, meanwhile, will focus on ensuring the Coast Guard’s equipment and technology are ready for critical, global operations. Several program executive offices will support the DCS by managing assets, including surface vessels; command, control, communications, computers, and information technology systems; and robotics and autonomous systems.
The USCG headquarters overhaul, the biggest since World War II, is part of Force Design 2028, which aims to ensure the Coast Guard continues its legacy as the country’s finest military service.
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