Coast Guard Commander
かいじょうほあんせい
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Judicial Police Officers
- Minor : Police Officers and Coast Guard Officers
Summary
A position belonging to the Japan Coast Guard, serving on patrol vessels or aircraft to ensure maritime safety, enforce laws, conduct maritime rescue operations, protect the marine environment, and more.
Description
Coast Guard Commander is one of the ranks of Coast Guard Officers, involving patrols on patrol vessels or aircraft for routine security, maritime distress rescue, smuggling crackdowns, monitoring and protection of the marine environment, investigation of maritime accidents, and more. Team coordination is essential, requiring calm responses in bad weather or emergencies, and handling maritime law enforcement based on laws and international treaties. Long hours at sea and work in harsh environments are required.
Future Outlook
With increasing importance of marine rights protection and maritime distress response, stable demand is expected, and new duties utilizing drones and unmanned vehicles are forecasted to increase.
Personality Traits
Action-oriented / Calm and composed / Good team player / Strong sense of justice / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Aircraft Duty / Emergency Response / Land-based Duty / Overnight Duty / Patrol Vessel Duty
Career Path
Patrol Officer (Entry Level) → Patrol Chief → Patrol Supervisor → Coast Guard Superintendent → Head Agency Duty → Aviation Squad Member → Distress Rescue Squad Member
Required Skills
Maritime Law Knowledge / Radio Communication Operation / Swimming Ability / Vessel Maneuvering / Water Rescue Techniques
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Diving and Underwater Work Techniques / Life-Saving First Aid / Meteorology and Oceanography Knowledge / Navigation Instrument Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because flexibility is needed to respond to changing maritime environments and emergencies. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because detailed checks are necessary for navigation safety and law enforcement. |
| Communication Skills | Because coordination with crew and other organizations is important. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because high physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and rescue operations. |
| Problem Solving | Because quick and accurate responses are needed in emergencies. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because responses are required in high-stress environments such as bad weather and emergencies. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because cooperation with crew members is key to performing duties. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because duties are often carried out based on rules and procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because specialized numerical analysis is not often required. |
Related Qualifications
- Coast Guard Officer Recruitment Exam
Related Jobs
- Coast Guard Officer
- Patrol Supervisor
- Police Officer