On-Call Vessel Captain

Monmouth University • West Long Branch, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Monmouth University’s School of Science is hiring an on-call Vessel Captain to support the Marine Environmental Biology and Policy program, the Urban Coast Institute, and other University constituencies and partners. The captain will operate and maintain University vessels ranging from 14 to 50 feet. The larger vessel is docked in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey, while smaller boats are trailered from campus. The role supports student training, academic research, and contract research in fisheries, sediment sampling, water quality, moorings, and hydrographic surveys. It also includes vessel maintenance and accommodating the loading, hookup, and deployment of research equipment. Student-training cruises typically last one to four hours; research and contract-work days may last 8 to 12 hours. The position reports to the Dean of the School of Science and is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 15 to 20 weeks per year, for up to 24 hours per week. Expected pay is $45.00 to $50.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Experience serving as a captain or senior crew member on a research, commercial, or military vessel, including vessels with twin- and single-engine propulsion.
• Valid US Coast Guard Master—Near Coastal Waters, 100-ton license.
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Valid First Aid, CPR, and AED training certification.
• Valid driver’s license in the state of residence, with no serious (Type A) violations in the past five years and no more than three moving (Type B) violations in the past three years.
• Valid Standards of Training and Certification of Keeping Watch (STCW) basic credential, or ability to obtain it within six months of hire.
• Demonstrable vessel-trailering capability with vessels up to 30 feet.
• Physical ability to conduct field work in varied weather conditions and on moving decks; ascend and descend ladders up to 10 feet; and lift, carry, or move objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours as needed.
• Ability to maneuver vessels precisely and deploy a variety of oceanographic equipment and fishing gear.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with scientists and college students from varied disciplines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience navigating coastal waters of New Jersey, including New York Harbor, Barnegat Bay, and adjacent nearshore ocean waters.
• Experience operating and maintaining marine mechanical systems, hydraulics, power tools, and vessel safety equipment.
• Experience with marine and oceanographic instrumentation, including calibration and operation of data sondes and water-quality monitoring devices, benthic and plankton sampling, and fishery techniques.
• Familiarity with hydrographic and GPS survey techniques.
• Working knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications and Windows, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of device interfacing and application software for sampling, analysis, and positioning, such as Hypack.
• Experience in bottom and mid-depth trawling.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain University vessels ranging from 14 to 50 feet.
• Support student training, academic research, and contract research efforts.
• Conduct or support research activities involving fisheries, sediment sampling, water quality, moorings, and hydrographic surveys.
• Deploy oceanographic equipment and fishing gear, and accommodate research equipment loading, hookup, and deployment.
• Oversee the operation, maintenance, servicing, and repair of University vessels, vehicles, and trailers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Earned sick leave for part-time, on-call, and temporary staff in accordance with the New Jersey Paid Sick Leave Act.
• Access to athletic and cultural events during the academic year, many free or at reduced cost to employees.
• 10% discount on most items purchased at the University Bookstore.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed