Sr Specialist, HR Crewing

CMA CGM•Arlington, VA, VA

2d•$52,000 - $78,900

About The Position

American President Lines (APL), part of the CMA CGM Group, is the premier U.S.-flag carrier on the Transpacific proudly serving the American soldier and the U.S. Government for over 175 years. APL operates a network covering the United States, Asia, and the Middle East and provides global container transportation through our extensive international shipping network. With the combination of high-quality intermodal operations and advanced technology, equipment, and e-commerce, APL delivers world class logistics solutions. With proven knowledge and expertise, we help our customers navigate complexity and seize opportunities in the dynamic global marketplace. As the U.S. maritime industry enters a new era of innovation and revitalization, APL is leading the way with bold investments designed to strengthen domestic capabilities and shape the future of American shipping. The Crewing Specialist interacts with the senior officers on the ships and union representatives to ensure the vessels are manned in accordance with Company guidelines, collective bargaining agreement obligations and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Knowledge of federal and international maritime personnel regulatory requirements including Standards for Training and Watchkeeping Certification (STCW) & Maritime Labor Convention (MLC).
Knowledge of maritime union labor relations, policies, and procedures.
The ability to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance to support current or future military contracts.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent records management and record keeping skills necessary to manage over 1,000 staff and shipboard personnel records.
Team building skills necessary to work with union officials, shipboard personnel, and internal staff members at all levels of the organization.
Ability to operate independently, including non-standard hours, under stressful conditions to meet hard deadlines/ship sailing schedules.
Proficient in MS Office applications including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Proficient in ABS Nautical Systems 5 Enterprise Crewing Module.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of shipping experience preferred

Responsibilities

Work directly with labor union representatives to provide qualified crew members to the fleet in ports of call in the United States and in foreign countries. This task requires a working knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Verify the domestic and international qualifications of the crew member prior to dispatch (i.e., Merchant Marine Credential, STCW certifications, TWIC, Passport & visa if necessary).
Data entry in crew member’s NS 5 personnel file.
Schedule & book crew member travel to and from the vessel. Coordinate crew member travel with vessel’s Master, the crew member, the union representative, vessel’s port agent.
Assist in the maintenance of the department’s handbook and instructing senior officers on its content.
Process vessel’s “Red Pouch”.
Schedule and coordinate Cadet assignments with U.S. Maritime Academies.
Participated in interviewing, selecting, on boarding and monitoring assignments & performance of the Shore side interns.
Coordinate the Company’s random drug testing program with vessel Masters’ and the third-party vendor as necessary.
Serve as the primary DER for AML’s Drug & Alcohol program.
Act as the primary responder to union Plans’ officials regarding compliance with Affordable Care Act reporting.
Assist in Collective Bargaining negotiations.
Serve as certified Maritime Labor Convention auditor & crewing team subject matter expert.
Prepare agenda for and participate as a nonvoting member of the Human Resource Committee (HRC).