ALCOAST 077/23 - FEB 2023 SOLICITATION FOR THE CHDS MASTER'S DEGREE IN SECURITY STUDIES

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FM COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC
TO ALCOAST
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ALCOAST 077/23
SSIC 1500
SUBJ: SOLICITATION FOR THE CHDS MASTER'S DEGREE IN SECURITY STUDIES
1. The Office of Leadership (CG-1D2), is soliciting
applications for the Center for Homeland Defense and Security (CHDS)
Master's Degree in Security Studies.
    a. This degree opportunity is being offered as part of the wider
DHS Academic Programs Spring Open Season for civilians and
military members.
      (1) The DHS Academic Programs prepare leaders to bridge gaps
in intergovernmental, interagency and civil-military cooperation by
bringing together a diverse range of participants to share
perspectives and lay the foundation for long-term homeland
security collaboration.
      (2) Additionally, through graduate and executive-level
coursework, seminars, and research, participants gain the analytic
and critical thinking skills and substantive expertise they need to
make innovative solutions that address threats facing the nation.
    b. Please pay close attention to the Application Procedures for
this program, as the process is different for civilian and
military personnel.
2. The Program.
    a. The CHDS Master's in Security Studies 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. Participants
develop critical thinking skills and an appreciation of interagency
collaboration. They are able to network with colleagues who
represent law enforcement, fire, emergency management,
transportation, utilities, DHS, and the National Guard as well as
other agencies. Participants will complete a thesis that solves a
problem within the agency they represent. This 18-month program
requires two weeks of residency per quarter (total of 12 weeks) at
the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, with the remainder
of the work completed online. This degree is fully funded by a
FEMA grant.
    b. Eligibility:
      (1) Civilian: GS-12, 13, 14, 15, SES or equivalent, and
exceptional GS-11s who have been Federal employees with DHS for at
least one year are eligible to apply.
      (2) Military: Active duty officers with a command endorsement
are eligible to apply.
      (3) Any individual who has completed a degree under a DHS
Academic Program within the last 3 years is not eligible to apply.
    c. Program Duration: 18 months
    d. Previous Master's program participants available to answer
questions about the program: Mr. Josh Henson, LCDR Marlon Heron and
LCDR Ron Miller.
    e. Resident Session Dates: Seven sessions listed at:
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https://www.chds.us/c/academic-programs/masters

3. Application Procedures.
    a. Civilian: A DHS nomination and CHDS application are both
required. Applicants are encouraged to complete both applications
at the same time.
      (1) DHS nomination packages are located on the DHS Academic
Programs website and are due to the CG POC (listed below) NLT
31 MAR 2023:
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https://dhsconnect.dhs.gov/org/comp/mgmt/dhshr/emp/Pages/
Academic-CHDS.aspx

      (2) CHDS Applications are located on the CHDS Master's Degree
website and are submitted via the website NLT 01 MAY 2023:
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https://www.chds.us/c/academic-programs/masters/apply-to-the-masters

    b. Military: A single application to CHDS is required.
      (1) Applications are located on the CHDS Master's Degree
website and are submitted via the website NLT 01 MAY 2023:
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https://www.chds.us/c/academic-programs/masters/apply-to-the-masters

      (2) Once you submit your application, please send an email to
the CG POC for tracking purposes. Include only your name, program
name, and dates for which you applied.
4. POC. Please send all questions, DHS applications and application
confirmation emails to:
SMB-COMDT-CG128-DHSAcademicProgramsAdministration@uscg.mil.
5. Dr. Donna M. Navarro, Acting Assistant Commandant for Human
Resources (CG-1), sends.
6. Internet release is authorized.