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First Officer
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Actual amount is calculated as 25% of base pay for each year of service, not to exceed three years ($23,696 for one year, $47,393 for two years......
First Officer - Mixed Work Schedule
**MIXED WORK SCHEDULE Candidates selected for Mixed Work Schedule and Annuitants, regardless of work schedule, are not eligible for recruitment and retention incentives.** The First Officer is a Civil Service Mariner (CIVMAR) employed by......
Second Officer
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Actual amount is calculated as 25% of base pay for each year of service, not to exceed three years ($21,411 for one year, $42,823 for two years......
Second Officer - Mixed Work Schedule
**MIXED WORK SCHEDULE Candidates selected for Mixed Work Schedule and annuitants, regardless of work schedule, are not eligible for recruitment and retention incentives.** The Second Officer is a Civil Service Mariner (CIVMAR) employed b......
Third Officer
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Actual amount is calculated as 25% of base pay for each year of service, not to exceed three years ($19,138 for one year, $38,276 for two years......
Third Officer - Mixed Work Schedule
**MIXED WORK SCHEDULE Candidates selected for Mixed Work Schedule and annuitants, regardless of work schedule, are not eligible for recruitment and retention incentives.** The Third Officer is a civil service mariner (CIVMAR) employed by......
Damage Control Officer
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with ......
Damage Control Officer - Mixed Work Schedule
**Candidates selected for Mixed Work Schedule and annuitants, regardless of work schedule, are not eligible for recruitment and retention incentives.** The Damage Control Officer is a Civil Service Mariner (CIVMAR) employed by the Navy t......
Assistant Damage Control Officer
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with......
Damage Control Leader
**A $58,190 recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees. Actual amount is calculated as 25% of base pay. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with the Command, and requires a 2-year service agreeme......
Damage Control Assistant Leader
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with ......
Damage Controlman
The Damage Controlman is a Civil Service Mariner (CIVMAR) employed by the Navy to serve the Military Sealift Command (MSC) onboard naval auxiliaries and hybrid-maned warships worldwide, in peace and war. MSC exists to support the joint war......
Operations Chief
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with t......
Able Seaman (W)
**Base Salary: $60,659 Per annum. A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at th......
Able Seaman (M)
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with th......
Able Seaman - Mixed Work Schedule
**24-162-01EXOCMWS (MIXED WORK SCHEDULE) Candidates selected for Mixed Work Schedule and annuitants, regardless of work schedule, are not eligible for recruitment and retention incentives.** The Able Seaman (M) is a Civil Service Marine......
Ordinary Seaman
The Ordinary Seaman (OS) is an unlicensed entry level member of the Deck Department crew. Performs work pertaining to general maintenance, repair, sanitation, and upkeep of material, equipment, and areas that are the responsibility of the ......
Ordinary Seaman Advancement Program
The Ordinary Seaman are civil service mariners (CIVMARs) employed by the Navy to serve the Military Sealift Command (MSC) onboard naval auxiliaries and hybrid-manned warships worldwide, in peace and war. MSC exists to support the joint warf......
First Assistant Engineer
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with the......
First Assistant Engineer - Mixed Work Schedule
**Candidates selected for Mixed Work Schedule and annuitants, regardless of work schedule, are not eligible for recruitment and retention incentives..** The First Assistant Engineer is a civil service mariner (CIVMAR) employed by the Nav......
Second Assistant Engineer
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with the......
Second Assistant Engineer - Mixed Work Schedule
**MIXED WORK SCHEDULE. Candidates selected for Mixed Work Schedule and annuitants, regardless of work schedule, are not eligible for recruitment and retention incentives.** The Second Assistant Engineer is a civil service mariner (CIVMAR......
Third Assistant Engineer
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with the......
Third Assistant Engineer - Mixed Work Schedule
**MIXED WORK SCHEDULE Candidates selected for Mixed Work Schedule and annuitants, regardless of work schedule, are not eligible for recruitment and retention incentives.** The Third Assistant Engineer is a civil service mariner (CIVMAR......
Chief Electrician
The Chief Electrician is a Civil Service Mariner (CIVMAR) employed by the Navy to serve the Military Sealift Command (MSC) onboard naval auxiliaries and hybrid-manned warships worldwide, in peace and war. MSC exists to support the joint wa......
Second Electrician
The Second Electrician performs routine maintenance, repair, and operation of ship's electrical systems. This includes but is not limited to various types of switchboards, generators, motors, lighting systems, electrical deck cargo handling......
Refrigeration Engineer
A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with the C......
Deck Engineer Machinist
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with the......
Deck Engineer Machinist - Mixed Work Schedule
**MIXED WORK SCHEDULE - Candidates selected for Mixed Work Schedule and annuitants, regardless of work schedule, are not eligible for recruitment and retention incentives.** The Deck Engineer Machinist is a Civil Service Mariner (CIVMAR)......
Unlicensed Junior Engineer
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with the......
Pumpman
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with the......
Electronics Technician
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with the......
Engine Utilityman
The Engine Utilityman (W) assists in the operation and maintenance of all engine room machinery. Performs repairs and maintenance on the portable water, sanitary and drainage systems throughout the ship. Conducts general housekeeping (clean......
Junior Supply Officer
The Junior Supply Officer (JSO) is a Civil Service Mariner (CIVMAR) employed by the Navy to serve the Military Sealift Command (MSC) onboard naval auxiliaries and hybrid-manned warships worldwide, in peace and war. MSC exis......
Junior Supply Officer - Mixed Work Schedule
performance and administration of all supply department functions onboard ship, including the submission of accurate and timely reporting. Responsible for all actions required in the Supply Officer Turnover letter. Knowledgeable in ad......
Yeoman Storekeeper
The Yeoman Storekeeper (YNSK) is a Civil Service Mariner (CIVMAR) employed by the Navy to serve the Military Sealift Command (MSC) onboard naval auxiliaries and hybrid-manned warships worldwide, in peace and war. MSC exists to support the......
Assistant Storekeeper
The Assistant Storekeeper is a Civil Service Mariner (CIVMAR) employed by the Navy to serve the Military Sealift Command (MSC) onboard naval auxiliaries and hybrid-manned warships worldwide, in peace and war. MSC exists to support the joint......
Chief Steward
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with the......
Steward Cook
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with the......
Chief Cook
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with the......
Second Cook
The Second Cook is a Civil Service Mariner (CIVMAR) employed by the Navy to serve the Military Sealift Command (MSC) onboard naval auxiliaries and hybrid-manned warships worldwide, in peace and war. MSC exists to support the joint warfight......
Cook Baker
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with the......
Assistant Cook
The Assistant Cook is a Civil Service Mariner (CIVMAR) employed by the Navy to serve the Military Sealift Command (MSC) onboard naval auxiliaries and hybrid-manned warships worldwide, in peace and war. MSC exists to support the joint warfi......
Ship Communications Officer
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with th......
Ship Communications Officer (IAM)
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with th......
Chief Radio Electronics Technician
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with th......
Chief Radio Electronics Technician - Mixed Work Schedule
**(MIXED WORK SCHEDULE) Candidates selected for Mixed Work Schedule and annuitants, regardless of work schedule, are not eligible for recruitment and retention incentives.** Duties: The Chief Radio Electronics Technician is a Civil Ser......
Chief Radio Electronics Technician (IAT)
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with th......
Chief Radio Electronics Technician IAT - Mixed Work Schedule
**(MIXED WORK SCHEDULE) - Candidates selected for Mixed Work Schedule and annuitants, regardless of work schedule, are not eligible for recruitment and retention incentives.** The Chief Radio Electronics Technician (CRET) Information Ass......
First Radio Electronics Technician
The First Radio Electronics Technician is a Civil Service Mariner (CIVMAR) employed by the Navy to serve the Military Sealift Command (MSC) onboard naval auxiliaries and hybrid-manned warships worldwide, in peace and war. MSC exists to supp......
First Radio Electronics Technician (IAT)
**A recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees and requires a service agreement. Please visit: https://sealiftcommand.com/recruitment-bonus for details. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with th......
Second Radio Electronics Technician
The Second Radio Electronics Technician (RET2) is a civil service mariner (CIVMAR) employed by the Navy to serve the Military Sealift Command (MSC) onboard naval auxiliaries and hybrid-manned warships worldwide, in peace and war. MSC exists......
Medical Services Officer
**A $69,798 recruitment incentive is authorized for eligible selectees. Actual amount is calculated as 25% of base pay. Incentive is paid as a lump sum at the beginning of employment with the Command, and requires a 3-year service agreeme......
Radio Electronics Technician Advancement Program
This program is designed to bring experienced personnel and apprentice participants into the program for up to 48 months of being mentored by the Civilian Mariner staff. The successful candidate would serve as Second Radio Electronics Tech......
Any Entry Level
**The Supply Utilityman, Wiper and Ordinary Seaman are civil service mariners (CIVMARs) employed by the Navy to serve the Military Sealift Command (MSC) onboard naval auxiliaries and hybrid-manned warships worldwide, in peace and war. MSC e......
Contracting
### Direct Hiring Authority Military Sealift Command is actively recruiting for Contract Specialist / Procurement Analyst and has direct hiring authority to fill these positions under Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates. Visit [USA......
Departments: Communications
Members of the Communications department are responsible for the operation and maintenance of the ship’s military communication suites and for communications planning, administration and watch. All positions in the communications departme......
Work Ashore Other
#### Operations The Operations Directorate: - Develops and implements policies, procedures and plans to ensure the operational readiness of MSC ships and programs to support Navy and Joint operations - Runs the Global Command Information Ce......
Training School Search
Military Sealift Command has compiled a nationwide list of U.S. Coast Guard approved maritime training schools. Prospects interested in joining MSC but lacking the necessary training or experience can use the search tool to find a nearby ma......
Mixed Work Schedule
Because Military Sealift Command has varied needs in our CIVMAR workforce, some of our positions offer a mixed work schedule. What is mixed work schedule? This means, if you are hired to this position type, you will only be authorized to ......
Ships of MSC
Military Sealift Command operates approximately 125 civilian-crewed ships that replenish U.S. Navy ships, conduct specialized missions, strategically preposition combat cargo at sea around the world and move military cargo and supplies used......
Student Loan Repayment Program
CIVMARs are eligible to apply for the Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP), which would give them the opportunity to apply for up to $10,000 a year for qualified student loan repayments for a maximum repayment amount of $60,000. CIVMARs wi......
Departments: Culinary
Military Sealift Command’s Culinary department, along with the Logistics department is part of the larger Supply department. Members of the Culinary department are responsible for the daily provisions of food and supplies, for cooking, ba......
Surface Rescue Swimmers
To provide for rescue operations at sea, MSC has a Surface Rescue Swimmer (SRS) program which trains civil service mariner (CIVMAR) volunteers to assist in the rescue of individuals from the sea. In addition to routine onboard duties, quali......
Finance
### Direct Hiring Authority Military Sealift Command is actively recruiting for Financial Management Analyst, Accountant, Financial Technicians and has direct hiring authority to fill these positions under Post-Secondary Students and Recent......
Contact Us
### CIVMAR Support Center The CIVMAR Support Center (CSC) is open to support current employees and those in the process of applying or being hired. Support is available by phone, email or the contact form, 24/7/365. If someone is not able t......
Training School Request Form
Frequently, aspiring mariners are seeking more training to advance their endorsements before applying for their position of choice. If your school offers U.S. Coast Guard approved maritime training courses and you are interested in being ad......
E-Verify
The Office of Management and Budget has mandated all federal departments and agencies begin using E-Verify for all new hires as part of the Form I-9 employment eligibility verification process. The E-Verify program is an automated program,......
Naval Architecture
### Direct Hiring Authority Military Sealift Command is actively recruiting for Naval Architects and has issued a direct hiring authority to fill these positions. [Download the Job Opportunity Announcement](https://dmffk2qmr4nmv.cloudfront.......
Military Sea Service Chart
Employment applicants for civil service mariner (CIVMAR) jobs with Military Sealift Command must have a U.S. Coast Guard issued merchant mariner’s credential. [Download](https://dmffk2qmr4nmv.cloudfront.net/files/MSC850_MMCPacket_Web_1204......
Departments: Engine
Members of the Engine department are responsible for the maintenance and repair of the ship’s machinery, including material handling equipment, elevators, and winches. They also fabricate replacement parts utilizing various types of machi......
Guiding the Future Workforce
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### Your JobMedical Standards Information
Supporting Military Sealift Command's mission requires civil service mariners (CIVMARs) to work aboard ship and far from land-based medical care for extended periods of time. For this reason, CIVMARs must be medically qualified for shipboar......
Resources
This page includes helpful information regarding maritime employment with MSC. If you are a current MSC employee looking for resources, visit the [Current CIVMAR Site](https://civmar.sealiftcommand.com/). If you are looking for Ashore emplo......
Recruitment Bonus
MSC has received authorization to offer a recruitment bonus for hard to fill positions. In order to receive this bonus, eligible new hires must enter into a service agreement and the amount will vary based on the length of the service agree......
Career Fairs
MSC regularly hosts career fairs for those interested in maritime careers. We encourage people from a variety of backgrounds such as veterans, civilian mariners, maritime school graduates and more to attend and learn more about rewarding ma......
Academy
### MSC Cadet Shipping Program If you’re not quite ready to graduate but would like to experience MSC CIVMAR life first hand, the Cadet Shipping Program provides you with real-world work experience while you complete your education. Under......
Departments: Medical
Members of the Medical department provide services to maintain and sustain a healthy workforce to include providing inoculations, first aid treatments and sanitation inspections. This position is designated by the U.S. Coast Guard as a staf......
Marine Transportation
### Direct Hiring Authority Military Sealift Command is actively recruiting for Marine Transportation and has direct hiring authority to fill these positions under Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates. Visit [USAJOBs.com](https://ww......
Entry Level
We recruit entry-level positions in the Supply ([Culinary](/departments/culinary) & [Logistics](/departments/logistics), [Deck](/departments/deck) and [Engine](/departments/engine) departments. Oftentimes mariners with skill-sets suited for......
Conditions of Employment
Military Sealift Command (MSC) is always looking for individuals who may be interested in the employment opportunities we offer. We hire federal civil service mariners (CIVMARs) for seagoing positions working aboard ships that transport equ......
Recent Grad Direct Hiring Authority
Military Sealift Command Ashore is actively recruiting for the following positions via a [direct hiring authority](https://dmffk2qmr4nmv.cloudfront.net/files/RECENT-GRADS-PUBLIC-ANNC-GS-08XX-050709-KPP-13-3.pdf) for recent graduates: - MEC......
Privacy Policy
This is a website for official recruitment information about United States Navy’s Military Sealift Command. It is provided as a public service by Military Sealift Command. The purpose is to provide information and news about the Military ......
Direct Hiring Authority
Military Sealift Command Ashore is actively recruiting via Expediting Hiring Authority for the following positions: - Certain Defense Acquisition Workforce positions such as Contracting 1102 Series and positions designated as DAWIA in the......
Work Ashore
Based in Norfolk, VA with offices worldwide, the MSC Ashore team is a network of land-based operations that support the MSC mission overall. The Ashore mission encompasses a variety of responsibilities, including: engineering positions perf......
About MSC
### Our Mission The U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command is the premier provider of ocean transportation to the Department of Defense. The Command operates approximately 125 civilian-crewed ships that replenish U.S. Navy ships, conduct spec......
Departments: Deck
Members of the Deck department are responsible for the underway replenishment rigs, dry/liquid cargo handling, forklift operations, and helicopter flight deck operations. They also stand watch while in port or at sea, and perform routine de......
Financial Considerations
Military Sealift Command civil service mariners (CIVMARs) must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance eligibility for assignment. All applicants shall thoroughly review and report information that is true, correct and ma......
Veterans
MSC is proud to recruit transitioning military and veterans with a broad range of experience to work aboard our fleet of oilers, ammunition ships, joint high-speed vessels, fast combat prepositioning ships and more. Across all departments, ......
Mechanical / Marine Engineering
### Direct Hiring Authority Military Sealift Command is actively recruiting for Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics Engineers and has issued a direct hiring authority to fill these positions. [Download the Job Opportunity Announcement](htt......
Departments
Military Sealift Command (MSC) operates approximately 125 civilian-crewed ships that replenish U.S. Navy ships, and CIVMARs make up the largest segment of MSC’s global workforce. We recruit transitioning military, merchant marines, mariti......
Success Stories
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Engineering Direct Hiring Authority
Military Sealift Command Ashore is actively recruiting for the following positions via a [direct hiring authority](https://dmffk2qmr4nmv.cloudfront.net/files/2019%20DHA%20for%20Certain%20Competative%20Positions%20-%20UPDATED.pdf): - MECHAN......
Information Technology
### Direct Hiring Authority Military Sealift Command is actively recruiting for Information Technology with cyber security functions, Information Security and has direct hiring authority to fill these positions under Post-Secondary Students......
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Employee Training Opportunities
MSC offers internal and external training opportunities to all CIVMARs in accordance with current MSC policy and requirements for specific ratings and ship class. Internal training opportunities typically include classes taught by MSC at on......
Departments: Logistics
Military Sealift Command’s Logistics department, along with the Culinary department is part of the larger Supply department. Members of the Logistics department are responsible for performing inventory, and for storekeeping duties such as......