The Coast Guard Lt.(jg) Promotions Overview
If you are a Coast Guard officer in the grade of ensign serving on
active duty in the Coast Guard, you will be automatically promoted
to the grade of lieutenant(jg) as soon as you are qualified, but not
earlier than the date of completion of 18 months service in grade.
Your time in grade is computed from your date of rank as ensign.
The Selection Board
A fully-qualified board recommends officers whose records indicate
that they are qualified to perform all duties to which they reasonably
might be assigned in the grade for which they are being considered.
Your
CO must consider your physical, professional, and character
qualities as a basis for determining your qualifications for
promotion.
The Qualification Requirements for Lieutenant (Junior Grade)
Your Commanding officer is authorized to make an initial determination
as to your basic qualifications and ability to serve in the grade
of lieutenant(jg).
Your CO must consider your physical, professional, and character qualities
as a basis for determining your qualifications for promotion.
Mental, Moral, and Professional Qualifications
Your CO will determine if you are mentally, morally, and professionally
qualified for permanent or temporary promotion, as applicable. Your
CO must consider your overall professional performance, skills, abilities,
and personal traits, in making the determination.
