Operations Specialist - Boat Donations Program (69785)

Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum•St. Michaels, MD

21d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (CBMM) explores and preserves the history, environment, and culture of the entire Chesapeake Bay region and makes this resource accessible to all. As an educational institution, staff fulfill CBMM's mission, vision, and goals, working individually and collaboratively to encourage the public's access to our collections, programs, and resources. The Boat Donation Program (BDP) is a significant source of revenue supporting CBMM's mission. The Operations Specialist plays a key role in the program's success by evaluating vessel donations, coordinating vessel retrieval and storage, maintaining donated assets, supporting sales activities, and building strong relationships with donors, volunteers, and prospective buyers.

Requirements

Knowledge and competency in the operation and maintenance of boats in general.
Competent written, oral, and computer skills.
Ability to interact with donors, buyers, volunteers, visitors, and the public in a positive and professional manner.
Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and maintain accurate records.
Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

Nice To Haves

Prior marina experience.
Licensed boat operator; captain's license preferred.
Basic mechanical skills.

Responsibilities

Monitor and respond to inquiries from potential donors regarding vessel donations and buyers regarding vessel sales.
Evaluate potential vessel donations against established program acceptance criteria.
Present vessels to prospective buyers in support of the sales process.
Coordinate the retrieval, transportation, and storage of accepted vessel donations.
Safely operate vehicles, trailers, vessels, and related equipment in accordance with applicable laws, safety standards, and CBMM policies.
Ensure donated vessels are properly received, documented, titled, and processed in accordance with CBMM procedures and Maryland DNR requirements.
Maintain accurate records related to vessel donations, title transfers, storage, and sales activities.
Clean and maintain BDP vessels and equipment as required to support vessel sales.
Maintain BDP vessels and equipment in CBMM's, St. Michaels and Easton land-based storage facilities and CBMM's on-campus marina to maximize the use and efficiency of storage space while keeping those work environments clean and presentable.
Schedule, manage, and work with volunteers who support Boat Donation Program operations.
Liaise closely with the Boat Donation Program Coordinator to ensure photographs, donation paperwork, titles, and sales documentation are organized and fully executed.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of Boat Donation Program and CBMM operation