MESSAGE FROM DIVISION COMMANDER JONATHAN JEFFREY VOMACKA

 

 Biography

 

 

Vomacka is highly qualified in numerous Auxiliary programs. He is certified as an Instructor, Vessel Examiner, Recreational Boating Safety Visitor, Telecommunications Operator, and Fingerprint Technician. He has successfully completed all four levels of the Auxiliary Leadership Competency program, culminating in Leadership Level 4 certification in December 2023. In addition, he holds advanced certifications in Auxiliary Core Training and the Basic Qualification Course II, as well as the prestigious AUXOP designation, which recognizes his operational proficiency.
Throughout his service, Vomacka has been recognized with numerous awards for his contributions and achievements. He has received multiple Sustained Auxiliary Service Awards, including recognition for surpassing 2,295 cumulative volunteer hours. His exceptional performance as Branch Chief - Server Administration earned him an Auxiliary Commandant Letter of Commendation, and his collaborative efforts on high-profile teams, such as the Auxiliary Migration Verification Team and the Regional Based Training Team for Sector NY North, garnered Coast Guard Meritorious Team Commendations. He also contributed to the success of the City Island Flotilla Operation Dry Water Outreach Team, the 2022 NYC Marathon Auxiliary Security Team, and the Auxiliary’s 85th Anniversary commemorations.

In his professional career, Vomacka holds the position of Director of Engineering & Integration at a media entertainment company, where he oversees global infrastructure teams specializing in compute, storage, and virtualization technologies. He is a graduate of Florida International University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, and is currently pursuing a master's of science in engineering management to further advance his expertise.

 

Vomacka is deeply committed to the mission of the Coast Guard Auxiliary and to fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and operational excellence. His vision as Division Commander focuses on enhancing member engagement, building partnerships with local communities, and supporting the Auxiliary’s critical role in promoting recreational boating safety and assisting the Coast Guard.

 

Jonathan Vomacka resides in Cortlandt Manor, New York, with his wife, Aisylu, and their daughter, Micaela. Outside of his professional and Auxiliary responsibilities, he enjoys spending quality time with his family, exploring new challenges, and contributing to the continued success of the Coast Guard Auxiliary.

 

Vision Statement

Through collaboration, accountability, and respect for all members, I envision a Division where every individual’s contributions are valued, and where teamwork drives us to achieve excellence in every mission. By embracing continuous learning and empowering our members, we will ensure that our Division remains adaptable, forward-thinking, and ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
We will lead with integrity and transparency, building trust with our shipmates, communities, and partners. Together, we will create a legacy of public service that reflects the highest standards of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, promoting boating safety, supporting Coast Guard missions, and making a lasting, positive impact on those we serve.
My vision is for Hudson River East Division to be a model of dedication, innovation, and unity—where every member is inspired to lead, grow, and contribute to the collective success of our Division and the Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Together, we achieve!

 

  

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary was created on June 23, 1939, by an act of Congress as the United States Coast Guard Reserve. Two years later, in World War II, a military reserve was established, and the volunteer, civilian component was officially designated as the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary which serves under the direction of the Acting Commandant of the United States Coast Guard,  Admiral Kevin E. Lunday, Today, your Auxiliary has approximately 26,000 men and women nationwide and nearly 5,000 members in District 1 Southern Region, devoted to assisting you to be safe and have fun while on the water. Additionally, our members stand side by side with active duty Coast Guard men and women in fulfilling the various essential Coast Guard missions in protecting our shores from hostile and environmental threats.

Our members are all regular folks who lead lives much like yours and your neighbors’, with jobs, families, and an array of skills and interests. Like many Americans, they were interested in joining an organization as a volunteer to give back and make a difference. However, being the only congressionally-sanctioned volunteer arm of a military service, our U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary members achieve an elevated level of volunteerism and duty that, in my view, sets them apart. In recognition of all the Auxiliary has done to support the Coast Guard mission, we have earned the nickname “America’s Volunteer Guardians”.
I encourage you to start at our website Hudson River East and review the links for Boating Safety, Operations, and Staff and scan the opportunities that are available to you. I guarantee that you will come across one or more, if not many, categories that spark an interest. When that happens, and you have questions, go to the link below to find nearby flotillas, and be contacted by a member in your neighborhood who can answer your questions: