COMDTINST 5330.11 — Remote Work Program

COMDTINST 5330.11 governs the Coast Guard remote work program for eligible civilian employees and military members.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 5330.11
  • Title: REMOTE WORK PROGRAM
  • Date: 10/27/2022
  • Proponent: CG-122

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The publication addresses remote work eligibility, alternate worksites, remote work agreements, military member requirements, security, and facilities support. It requires approved arrangements, training and signed agreements before remote work begins, while setting limits for classified and For Official Use Only information.

Applies to: This Instruction applies to full and part-time, civilian employees meeting the definition of “employee” as defined in 5 U.S.C. § 2105 (Covered Employees) and to military members where indicated.

Topics covered

  • Remote work eligibility
  • Alternate worksites
  • Remote work agreements
  • Military remote work
  • Locality pay
  • Information security
  • Facilities support

Questions and answers

Is remote work an employee right or entitlement?

Participation in remote work is solely at the discretion of management and not an employment entitlement or right.

What must employees do before beginning remote work?

Before beginning remote work, employees and their supervisors must complete training and sign a written agreement.

Who approves military remote work requests?

Military members must route their remote work request through their chain of command to the first Flag Officer or SES for approval and copied to CG-81.

Can classified information be accessed at a residence alternate worksite?

Classified information, in either hard copy or electronic form, is not authorized for access, processing, or storage when an alternate worksite is an employee’s residence.

Can remote workers process or print hard copy FOUO information at an alternate worksite?

Processing, storing, or printing hard copy FOUO information from alternate worksites is strictly prohibited.

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