We are the civilian, all-volunteer arm of the United States Coast Guard. With nearly 30,000 members, the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary actively provides safety patrols on area waterways and regularly meets with the boating public at marinas and in classrooms. We also directly assist the U.S. Coast Guard in non-law enforcement programs such as search and rescue, and marine environmental protection.
Flotilla 6-11 is one of the premier components of the USCG Auxiliary in the Miami area and we are seeking boat and PWC owners in the Greater Miami Area. Our program will provide you will exceptional boating skills while training to you provide a valuable public service as a volunteer member of American's premier maritime organization.
You will become an expert seaman capable of handling a wide variety of maritime and public safety situations. Most of all, you will meet great new friends and have a lot of fun!
If you are looking for a volunteer organization that offers you valuable training and experience while giving you the opportunity to give back to your country, the US Coast Guard Auxiliary is the perfect organization for you!
We encourage you to contact us to learn more about the exciting volunteer opportunities for you with the USCG Auxiliary. Please visit
http://www.coastguardauxmiami.org for more information and contact us today!
Skills/Requirements
Men and women age 17 and older.
Must be a citizen of the United States of America or a U.S. Commonwealth.
Minimum of a basic understanding of the English language.
Ability to volunteer 8 or more hours per month.
Strong desire to save lives, and/or protect our nations ports, and/or preserve marine life and ecosystems.
Ability to work successfully in a team environment.
Must be able to pass a basic U.S. Government background check -- no major felony convictions.
Must pass a basic boating education course within 6 months of membership acceptance.
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY - WE WILL TRAIN
