Coast Guard Senior Leadership

Leaders are individuals who guide or direct in a course by showing the way. Coast Guard senior leadership possess the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity. This is exemplified in their adherence to the Coast Guard's core values of honor, respect, and devotion to duty. They strive to ensure that the Coast Guard can complete its missions and remain Semper Paratus, Always Ready.

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Kevin E. Lunday

Acting Commandant, U.S. Coast Guard

Admiral Kevin E. Lunday assumed the duties and responsibilities of the 34th Vice Commandant on June 13, 2024. As the Vice Service Chief, he advances and executes the Commandant’s strategic vision and intent, directs internal organizational...

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Master Chief Heath B. Jones

14th Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard

Master Chief Heath B. Jones assumed the duties of the 14th Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard on May 19, 2022. Master Chief Jones is the senior enlisted member of the Coast Guard and the principal advisor to the Commandant on all personnel...


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