Command Master Chief

Master Chief Petty Officer Josh McBride

Command Master Chief Josh McBride assumed the duties of the Eleventh District’s Command Master Chief (CMC) in July 2024. His primary responsibility is to advise the D11 Commander on workforce issues and initiatives. Additionally, he supports the Command intent, facilitates communications and the effective functioning of the organizational chain of command.

Originally from Savannah, Georgia, Master Chief McBride enlisted in April 2001. He has served onboard the USCGC Rush, USCGC Yellowfin, USCGC Oak, USCGC Dallas, USCGC Eagle, and USCGC Munro.

His ashore units include Boat Station Tybee Island where he served four years as the Food Service Officer (FSO), and the Food Service Assistance and Training Team (FSAT). Most recently, he served in the Office of Budget and Programs (CG-821), where he served as the Program Reviewer for the Director of Military Personnel, Office of HR Strategy and Capability, Personnel Service Center, Above the Line programs, and FORCECOM.   

Master Chief McBride completed Chief’s Call to Indoctrination in 2016, attended Chief Petty Officer’s Academy in 2017, Senior Enlisted Leadership Course Session 88 in 2021, and Keystone Class 24-2. He is in his 23rd year of Coast Guard Service and is an active member of the Chief Petty Officer Association. 

Master Chief McBride’s personal awards include the Coast Guard Meritorious Service Medal, Coast Guard Commendation Medal, four Coast Guard Achievement Medals, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, five Coast Guard Good Conduct medals, numerous Coast Guard Meritorious Team Commendations and various other unit and personal awards. 

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