Nautical Operations Coordinator

UnCruise Adventures•Seattle, WA

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About The Position

About UnCruise At UnCruise Adventures, we work together to provide an enriching adventure experience while inspiring an appreciation of local cultures and the natural world. This means we kayak among icebergs, travel to hidden waterfalls, snorkel with sea lions, dive with manta rays, and share air with whales. Our destinations include Alaska, Hawaiian Islands, Mexico’s Sea of Cortes, and Galapagos. Every team member plays a role in bringing the adventure to life. Job Summary The Nautical Operations Coordinator supports safe, compliant, and efficient vessel operations across the fleet by providing shoreside coordination for deck personnel, regulatory compliance, vessel documentation, and operational support. This role serves as a key point of contact for Masters, Mates, and Deck Officers, assisting with scheduling, training coordination, documentation, and policy support while working closely with Nautical Leadership and Expedition Leadership to support integrated Deck and Expedition (DEX) operations across the fleet. The Nautical Operations Coordinator contributes to the development, maintenance, and execution of nautical policies, procedures, and training materials that support regulatory compliance, operational consistency, and delivery of the UnCruise guest experience. This is a full-time position based in Seattle or Juneau, with weekend work and travel required based on operational needs.

Requirements

Experience working onboard passenger carrying vessels in a deck or expedition capacity
Strong working knowledge of maritime regulations, compliance requirements, and operational best practices
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting deadlines
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments and support vessel operations from shore
Proficiency with computer systems in a Windows environment, including Excel, Word, and shared document platforms
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey sensitive information clearly and professionally

Nice To Haves

Experience in the overnight small ship cruise industry preferred
100 ton Near Coastal USCG Master’s License preferred
STCW credentials preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate recruitment, placement, and scheduling of deck personnel during in season operations and off season maintenance periods
Maintain active awareness of deck personnel performance, career progression, and availability through regular communication and review of evaluations
Serve as a shoreside point of contact for Mates and Deckhands regarding scheduling, policy clarification, and operational questions
Support training coordination for new and advancing deck personnel, including onboarding, familiarization, and assessment processes
Assist Nautical Leadership with tracking regulatory credentials and supporting crew in obtaining or upgrading required licenses and certifications
Review deck related requisitions and purchasing requests during operations and shipyard periods, coding and approving designated invoices as assigned
Assist in researching and contextualizing new regulations, guidance, and industry standards as they apply to fleet operations
Support audits, inspections, and vessel visits as required
Maintain and organize deck related Master Vessel Files
Assist in maintaining deck equipment inventories and administrative reporting requirements
Ensure documentation and training resources remain current, accurate, and aligned with regulatory and company standards
Work with Expedition and Nautical Leadership to identify gaps, inefficiencies, or opportunities for improvement in DEX workflows
Support development, maintenance, and revision of DEX related policies, procedures, manuals, and training materials
Participates in the Company Shoreside Incident Response Plan as assigned
Provide coordination and contingency support during vessel or medical emergencies when requested