Office of Leadership (DCMS-DPR-5)

Aug. 20, 2024

Center for Homeland Defense and Security (CHDS) - Executive Leaders Program (500916)

CHDS Executive Leader Program (ELP) is a unique, educational opportunity for senior-level homeland security and public safety leaders at the forefront of the nation’s homeland security mission. Participants gain an understanding and appreciation of multiple agencies’ missions and how to think more inclusively and globally about homeland security.Federal employees who have been with DHS for at least 1 (one) year at the time the application is due are eligible to apply. For Active Duty O5-O6, Active duty enlisted E8-E9 and exceptional E7s, GS14-15 and SES leaders.

Aug. 20, 2024

Center for Homeland Defense and Security (CHDS) - Master's Degree Program

The CHDS Master's Degree Program focuses on building collaboration among local, tribal, state, and federal leaders who develop strategies, plans, and programs to prepare and respond to national security threats and catastrophic events. This is an 18-month program that requires two weeks of residency per quarter (total of 12 weeks) at either the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA or in the National Capital Region (at the Bolger Center outside of Washington, DC), with the remainder of the work completed online. This degree is fully funded by a FEMA grant. More details can be found here.

Aug. 12, 2024

Chief Warrant Officer Professional Development Course (CWOPD) (501614)

The Chief Warrant Officer Professional Development (CWOPD) course focuses on building leadership competencies by preparing Senior Enlisted personnel for transition into the Officer Corps. Target Audience: Newly commissioned Chief Warrant Officers (CWO)

Aug. 13, 2024

Command Assignment Preparatory Training (CAP-T) (502809)

To provide current/prospective Commanding Officers (CO) and Officers-in-Charge (OIC) with leadership tools to carry out their role as a unit leader within the organization.

Oct. 17, 2024

Team Leader / Facilitator Course (500203)

Develop leadership knowledge and skills necessary for USCG Active Duty, Reserve, Civilian, and Auxiliary personnel to effectively lead teams and serve as change agents in today's challenging, high-operation tempo. Target audience: E-6 to E-9, W-2 to W-4, O-1 to O-6, GS-9 to GS-14, and Auxiliary members.