Ferryboat Operations Manager A (Shipyard Inspector)

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development seeks a Ferryboat Operations Manager A to oversee shipyard projects and ensure regulatory compliance. The role requires inspection coordination with USCG, naval engineers, and vendors, plus technical oversight of complex vessel work to ensure safety and readiness.

Position offers an hourly compensation range and detailed salary references on the Civil Service page.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in marine operations or maritime industry operations.
• Possession of a U.S. Coast Guard officer's credential as a Master or Chief Engineer.
• TWIC Card required at appointment.

Responsibilities

• Serves as on-site representative during shipyard repair, construction, and modification projects to ensure compliance with DOTD specs, contract requirements, and federal maritime regulations.
• Coordinates with USCG, naval architects, engineers, contractors, shipyard management, and vendors to oversee vessel inspections and regulatory compliance.
• Provides technical oversight of complex vessel repair/construction, monitors progress, evaluates marine systems, and recommends corrective actions for safety and readiness.
• Maintains regulatory documentation including Certificates of Inspection, Vessel Security Plans, Fire and Safety Plans, and Stability Letters for USCG certification.

Skills

Maritime operations

Coast Guard credential

Job description

About This Job

At DOTD, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

Section 42 - Maintenance Systems Management

42/50637238/FBOM/10.07.26-AS

• Possession of a TWIC Card is required at time of appointment.

Minimum Qualifications

Five years of experience in marine operations or maritime industry operations; OR Possession of a current U.S. Coast Guard officer's credential as a Master or Chief Engineer.

Note: Possession of a current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) will be required at the time of appointment.

Job Duties

• Serves as the Department's on-site representative during shipyard repair, construction, and modification projects, ensuring all work complies with DOTD specifications, contract requirements, and federal maritime regulations.
• Coordinates directly with the United States Coast Guard (USCG), naval architects, engineers, contractors, shipyard management, and vendors to oversee vessel inspections, certifications, and regulatory compliance.
• Provides technical oversight of complex vessel repair and construction projects by monitoring work progress, evaluating marine systems and structural modifications, and recommending corrective actions to maintain vessel safety and operational readiness.
• Maintains and manages critical regulatory documentation, including Certificates of Inspection, Vessel Security Plans, Fire and Safety Plans, Stability Letters, and other required maritime records necessary for USCG certification.

Position Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, Job Appointment or Detail to Special Duty

Compensation

• Ferryboat Operations Manager A - $36.18 up to $65.10 per hour

Please refer to the "Job Specifications" tab located at the top of the LA Careers "Current Job Opportunities" page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualification and job concepts for each level.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Jeff Brown
Maint. Management Admin
225-379-1531

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.