Captain - Near Coastal

Texas A&M•Galveston, TX

2d•$29

About The Position

The Captain - Near Coastal is responsible for the safe navigation and operation of the University vessels in near coastal waters (up to 200 miles offshore) serving as vessel master; supervises crew and vessel operators and trains them on safe operation practices and safe maneuvering of vessels through various situations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three years of relevant industry experience Post Master's License, including experience troubleshooting marine engines and electronics.
Current and valid Class C vehicle license.
Current and valid 100-ton Master’s License-Near Coastal (up to 200 nautical miles) or greater.
Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Ability to obtain United States Powerboat Instructor Certification within 1 year.
United States Coast Guard issued 100 ton Masters Near Coastal License or greater.
Computer and related software.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to safely operate motor vehicles and tow trailers.
Knowledge and skills with diesel mechanics, marine electrical, and marine electronics.
Must pass a USCG/DOT drug test prior to employment and participates in the University’s random drug testing plan.
Must have ability to respond to emergencies as directed.
This position is security sensitive
This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures
All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Marine Transportation, Maritime Administration, or Marine Systems Engineering.
Five years post license or relevant experience.
United States Coast Guard issued Master 1600 ton-Unlimited Oceans with STCW endorsements.

Responsibilities

Serves as Vessel Master and navigates vessels safely and skillfully.
Provides operational leadership for their directed area of responsibility and onboard the vessel of which they are the master.
Maintains a positive working environment and relationships with other colleagues and units on campus.
Responsible for the fiduciary oversight of budgets and operations in their area of responsibility in accordance with published processes, rules, policies and law.
Ensures the overall safety of the vessel and all persons onboard.
Ensures operational readiness and maintenance of vessels.
Ensures crew is properly trained.
Responsible for discipline of direct report personnel.
Coordinates logistics with all shore side personnel and port officials.
Responds to emergencies as directed.
Will require use of University owned vehicles.
Manages and directs assigned personnel in the operations and maintenance of assigned vessels.
Adds items to the Maintenance Data System and assign maintenance items to yourself and assigned personnel.
Maintains list of daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly preventative maintenance items on each boat and complete them on time.
Supervises the completion of maintenance tasks.
Submits application for inspection with USCG.
Ensures that the vessels meet inspection criteria and perform the inspection with the USCG.
Solicit bids from shipyards.
Supervises shipyard and inspection activities.
Schedules and documents emergency drills as required by USCG.
Ensures Emergency Procedures, Safety Speech, Captain’s Checklist, Operations Manuals, and Hurricane Plan are reviewed and updated annually.
Ensures vessel documentations, in paper and electronic form, are current and correct.
Updates charts, and required nautical publications regularly.
Completes timely employee evaluations and job qualification requirement documentations.
Manages budget for assigned area of responsibility and submit monthly expense reports.
Performs emergency drills as required by USCG.
Develops and updates training materials and delivers training to internal and external personnel.
Assists with vessel operator training program for TAMUG.
Trains personnel on their responsibilities.
Performs other duties as assigned.