AMHS – Port Captain (PCN 253337)

State of Alaska; Juneau, Ketchikan (AK, AK); Híbrido; USD 107.000 - 113.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The State of Alaska, Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, Alaska Marine Highway System, is seeking a Port Captain to keep Alaska’s fleet moving. You will lead deck operations across Southeast, Southcentral, and Southwest Alaska, guide vessel crews, and ensure every voyage meets safety, security, compliance, and readiness standards.

This leadership role involves coordinating with the U.S. Coast Guard, supporting dry-dock projects and vessel training, and ensuring proper staffing,

Formación

• Five years of experience operating vessels for commerce or transportation.
• Possession of Coast Guard license: 3rd Mate Oceans, Any Gross Tons (Unlimited) or Mate Near Coastal (Inland), Any Gross Tons (Unlimited).
• Graduation from a four-year accredited U.S. Maritime Academy.
• One year of experience operating vessels employed and managed for commerce and/or transportation.
• Equivalent combination of licenses and years of experience may apply.

Responsabilidades

• Lead deck operations across multiple Alaska regions, ensuring safety, security, compliance and readiness.
• Coordinate with U.S. Coast Guard and oversee vessel training, dry-dock projects, and terminal operations.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Compliance

Analytical Thinking

Educación

US Maritime Academy degree

Coast Guard Licenses (various)

Descripción del empleo

RECRUITMENT EXTENSION NOTICE

The recruitment period for this vacancy has been extended to allow for a larger applicant pool. If you have already applied there is no need to reapply

ATTENTION ALL APPLICANTS!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Alaska Marine Highway System is looking for a Port Captain to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

Pay is based on the location of the selected applicant; salaries will be discussed at the time of the interview.

Ketchikan: $4,133.60 / bi-weekly (Overtime Ineligible)

Juneau: $4,340.00 / bi-weekly (Overtime Ineligible)

What you will be doing:

We are seeking a Port Captain to join our team at AMHS to help keep Alaska’s fleet—and the communities it serves—moving. Lead deck operations across Southeast, Southcentral, and Southwest Alaska, guiding vessel crews and ensuring every voyage meets the highest standards for safety, security, compliance, and operational readiness. From coordinating with the U.S. Coast Guard and leading incident investigations to supporting major dry-dock projects, vessel training, and terminal operations, you’ll tackle complex challenges that directly impact the AMHS fleet. Your leadership will help ensure every vessel is properly staffed, maintained, certified, and ready to serve Alaska.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities' mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working towards a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams focused on results, working together, and leveraging resources across our department, with community and private sector partnerships, increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans.

The DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We find success in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers, stakeholders, and the public.

The working environment you can expect:

This position can be located in either Ketchikan or Juneau, Alaska (Southeast Alaska).

Southeast Alaska is a land of snow-capped mountains, the Pacific Ocean, and the largest national forest in the United States (Tongass). Old-growth trees in a temperate rainforest create clean air, clean water, and many adventure opportunities. The local trails offer endless choices for getting into the woods or climbing mountains.

Local waters provide some of the best seafood in the world: salmon, halibut, shrimp, and crab. Water lovers enjoy ocean boating, diving, paddle boarding, and even surfing. There are rivers for white-water rafting and lakes, ocean, and rivers for fishing. Locals and visitors avail themselves of the many cabins and camping options.

Southeast Alaska has an amazing array of cultural opportunities. Folk Festivals, Jazz and Classics, and Symphonies bring world-class music annually. There are museums, professional theaters, and many art galleries. All of these things contribute to a quality of life that is highly prized by those who live in Southeast Alaska.

Who we are looking for:

To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:

• Leadership: Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations.


• Compliance: Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance.


• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one’s knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.

Five years of experience in the operation of vessels employed and managed for commerce and/or transportation.

AND

Possession of either of the following U.S. Coast Guard Licenses: 3rd Mate, Oceans, Any Gross Tons (unlimited) or Mate, Near Coastal (Inland), Any Gross Tons (unlimited)

OR

Graduation from an four year accredited U.S. Maritime Academy

AND

one year of experience in the operation of vessels employed and managed for commerce and/or transportation.

AND

Possession of either of the following U.S. Coast Guard Licenses: 3rd Mate, Oceans, Any Gross Tons (unlimited) or Mate, Near Coastal (Inland), Any Gross Tons (unlimited)

OR

Graduation from an four year accredited U.S. Maritime Academy

AND

one year of experience assisting in the operation, general maintenance (excluding engine room and machinery) and annual dry-docking, repair and modification of state operated ferries. The required work experience is met by service as an Assistant Port Captain with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

AND

Possession of either of the following U.S. Coast Guard Licenses: 3rd Mate, Oceans, Any Gross Tons (unlimited) or Mate, Near Coastal (Inland), Any Gross Tons (unlimited)

Or

six years of experience in the operation of vessels employed and managed for commerce and/or transportation.

AND

2 years of experience assisting in the operation, general maintenance (excluding the engine room and machinery) and annual dry-docking, repair and modification of state-operated ferries. The required experience is met by service as an Assistant Port Captain with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

AND

A US Coast Guard 1,600 Tons Master License

Or

eight years of experience in the operation of vessels employed and managed for commerce and/or transportation.

AND

A US Coast Guard 1,600 Tons Master License

Additional Required Information

• US Coast Guard License: 3rd Mate, Oceans, Any Gross Tons, (Unlimited) ; Or Mate, Near Coastal (Inland), Any Gross Tons (Unlimited); or a U.S. Coast Guard 1,600 Tons Master License.


• A valid driver's license.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or [phone] in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact Information

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring managers at:

Name: Anthony Karvelas, Marine Transportation Services Manager

Phone [phone] (Statewide toll-free number)

[phone] (Juneau and out-of-state callers)