Technical Data Integration Specialist / Vessel Traffic Controller

Port Of Corpus Christi Authority•Corpus Christi, TX

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Port Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) is currently seeking an energetic individual to join our team! This position is responsible for monitoring and maintaining all records on vessel movements in the harbor. Assists with updates to policies, procedures, and other Harbormaster documentations Compiles and reports data regarding vessels, cargo, damage, personnel, and facility utilization Ability to extract data and utilize data links to assist in the creation of dashboards that could be utilized daily in the operations in the Harbormaster’s Office Compiles and reports all information required for billing; enters required data daily into the PCCA computer system concerning billing and vessel activity; edits reports, verifies data for accuracy Provides clear communication by telephone, email and/or in person, and notifies of vessel arrivals from the US Coast Guard to the ship agents, when necessary Monitors VTIS systems, CCTV monitors, and coordinates with appropriate vessel agents, towing companies, line handlers, pilots’ association, PCCA police, and other maritime personnel for all vessel movements within PCCA jurisdiction, when necessary Communicates as required with Coast Guard on vessel traffic and PCCA operations Provides communication and coordination with PCCA users, Coast Guard, C.C. Oil Spill Association, PCCA Police, Refinery Terminal Fire Company, and other agencies as required during emergencies if needed Communicates, coordinates, and directs all vessels regarding navigation assistance and traffic movements, harbor locations, weather changes, harbor or channel emergencies, channel closures, and any vessel requirements when necessary Provides proper information to all PCCA users in a professional manner and performs functions in an accurate and timely manner, maintaining an acceptable level of competence, composure, and professionalism Monitors vessel operations at various locations in the ship channel, cargo loadings, transfers, and discharges for compliance with PCCA rules and regulations when needed. Makes independent decisions regarding vessel movement and berth assignments as required Provides a written and/or verbal rundown of all events, ETAs, ETDs, shifts (events such as rig movements, channel closures, etc.), creating a smooth transition from one shift to the next only when covering a shift. Adheres to all PCCA policies, promotes and adheres to SEAPORT values, and maintains good employee relations where teamwork prevails

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) during employment
Valid driver’s license
Minimum two years’ experience in the type of administrative duties outlined above or acceptable equivalent experience
Solid customer service and communication skills with the ability to speak, read, and write English
Demonstrated organizational skills; be multitasking and able to maintain professionalism and composure in a demanding work environment
Ability to understand data links and be able to utilize them in the creation of dashboards
Ability to create charts from data when requested by the Executive Leadership team, stakeholders, or Port users.
Ability to define issues, perform research, evaluate alternatives, and develop sound, independent conclusions and recommendations
Ability to work well within a fast-paced environment, tight deadlines, and a multitude of changing priorities
Ability to understand, interpret, and apply PCCA policies, tariffs, SEAPORT values, state/federal laws
Ability to perform essential job functions, including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing, typing, and occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, lifting, and/or moving up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to work in a general office environment, and on a work site with exposure to adverse weather conditions, fumes and /or air particulates, working in high precarious places, risk of electrical shock and moving mechanical parts, moderate noise levels and working at heights, ability to wear personnel protective equipment, including hard hat, steel toed footwear, eye and hearing protection when performing work functions
Communicating verbally, in writing, and over devices such as phones and mobile phones
Ability to operate mechanical and electrical equipment and light-weight highway vehicles and standard office equipment and to work the requisite hours to fulfill position objectives, including evenings and/or weekends, as needed
Must show no greater than a mild hearing loss, not to exceed 40 decibels at frequencies 500-4000 Hz in either ear
CPR certified or ability to become CPR certified within the first year of employment

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree in Computer Science or acceptable equivalent experience in the IT field preferred.
Experience as a radio operator or in Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) operations preferred; experience and knowledge of port operations, including approaches, channel, and port facilities, also preferred.
Experience in computer software applications and data entry for use in reporting software, spreadsheets, graphs, and flowcharts.
Working knowledge of computer workstations and computer operating systems.
Proficiency in computer software applications with good keyboarding skills.
Basic knowledge of importing and exporting data for use in reporting software, spreadsheets, graphs, and flow charts.
Experience with the use of computer terminals and online reference resources preferred.
Effective collaboration and problem-solving skills with the use of interpersonal and public communications techniques.

Responsibilities

Monitoring and maintaining all records on vessel movements in the harbor.
Assisting with updates to policies, procedures, and other Harbormaster documentations.
Compiling and reporting data regarding vessels, cargo, damage, personnel, and facility utilization.
Extracting data and utilizing data links to assist in the creation of dashboards for daily operations in the Harbormaster’s Office.
Compiling and reporting all information required for billing; entering required data daily into the PCCA computer system concerning billing and vessel activity; editing reports, and verifying data for accuracy.
Providing clear communication by telephone, email and/or in person, and notifying of vessel arrivals from the US Coast Guard to the ship agents, when necessary.
Monitoring VTIS systems, CCTV monitors, and coordinating with appropriate vessel agents, towing companies, line handlers, pilots’ association, PCCA police, and other maritime personnel for all vessel movements within PCCA jurisdiction, when necessary.
Communicating as required with Coast Guard on vessel traffic and PCCA operations.
Providing communication and coordination with PCCA users, Coast Guard, C.C. Oil Spill Association, PCCA Police, Refinery Terminal Fire Company, and other agencies as required during emergencies if needed.
Communicating, coordinating, and directing all vessels regarding navigation assistance and traffic movements, harbor locations, weather changes, harbor or channel emergencies, channel closures, and any vessel requirements when necessary.
Providing proper information to all PCCA users in a professional manner and performing functions in an accurate and timely manner, maintaining an acceptable level of competence, composure, and professionalism.
Monitoring vessel operations at various locations in the ship channel, cargo loadings, transfers, and discharges for compliance with PCCA rules and regulations when needed.
Making independent decisions regarding vessel movement and berth assignments as required.
Providing a written and/or verbal rundown of all events, ETAs, ETDs, shifts (events such as rig movements, channel closures, etc.), creating a smooth transition from one shift to the next only when covering a shift.
Adhering to all PCCA policies, promoting and adhering to SEAPORT values, and maintaining good employee relations where teamwork prevails.