Outreach Specialist- Maritime Lead

Terrestris Global Solutions-posted 5 days ago

Full-time • Mid Level

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The Outreach Specialist – Maritime Lead provides strategic support to the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy’s Training & Career Services Office by leading engagement initiatives with maritime industry partners, supporting workforce development programs, and enhancing career pathways for Midshipmen. This role serves as a subject-matter expert on maritime careers, credentialing, and mariner workforce needs, ensuring that USMMA graduates are well-positioned for commercial and federal service opportunities.

Conduct Maritime Outreach Events:
Participate in outreach visits to K-12 schools, academies, community groups, and maritime education programs.
Represent the program at student engagement events, career fairs, and informational sessions.
Provide accurate information on maritime careers, USCG licensing, academy pathways, SIP, and SSMP.
Deliver Presentations and Student Engagement Activities:
Lead or support presentations, workshops, and demonstrations introducing students to maritime career opportunities.
Engage with diverse audiences, ensuring messaging is accessible and aligned with federal goals.
Support Development of Outreach Materials:
Assist with producing brochures, videos, displays, and digital content for student and educator audiences.
Ensure all material distributed at events accurately reflects MARAD programs and maritime career pathways.
Collaboration and Coordination:
Coordinate with educational partners and approved organizations supporting outreach activities.
Maritime Career Advising Support:
Provide insights to students and educators on Afloat vs. shoreside career paths, Sealift opportunities, USCG licensing, maritime industry sectors and job expectations.
Assist in promoting the Strategic Sealift Midshipmen Program and SIP where appropriate.

Authorization to work in the United States permanently without sponsorship.
BS degree, maritime Graduate (Preferred)
Minimum 3 years in the maritime industry.
Preference that the candidate is a Strategic Sealift Officer and/or holds a USCG Unlimited License.
Preferred the candidate has Strategic Sealift and Navy Reserve Knowledge, familiarity with Navy-aligned programs such as the Strategic Sealift Midshipmen Program (SSMP).
Engagement & Presentation Skills
Experience speaking to youth audiences, teachers, parents, or community groups.
Ability to simplify technical topics (e.g., licensing, sealift roles, maritime schedules) for non-maritime audiences.
Industry Network and Practical Experience:
Prior service aboard U.S.-flag commercial vessels, MSC, or in sealift-related roles.
Existing connections within maritime unions (IOMM&P, MEBA, AMO), academies, or industry groups.
Outreach and Program Support:
Experience with STEM outreach or career-exploration programs (e.g., SeaPerch, CTE pathways).
Experience supporting recruitment, workforce pipeline development, or youth mentorship programs.
Soft Skills:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Comfort traveling frequently and representing the program at public-facing events.
Ability to work independently in diverse settings with minimal supervision.

We offer outstanding benefits including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs.
Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards.
Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs.
Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

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