Maritime Programs Assistant & Purser

California Polytechnic State University; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 68,832 - 75,996; Full time

Job summary

Cal Poly Maritime Academy in Vallejo, CA, seeks a Captain’s Assistant/Purser to perform administrative, technical, and analytical duties for the Department of Marine Programs and aboard the Training Ship. The role supports licensing, credentialing, and annual Summer Sea Term operations, with duties at sea and on campus.

The position requires participation in the academy’s Summer Sea Term and a strong emphasis on teamwork, communication, and data‑driven decision making; MMC, TWIC, passport, and

Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from a four‑year college or university; one year of technical or administrative experience; a graduate degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative, technical, and analytical duties for the Department of Marine Programs and aboard the Training Ship; provide day‑to‑day administration.

Skills

Data analysis

Forecasting

Project planning

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Four‑year degree equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Cal Poly Maritime Academy in Vallejo, CA, seeks a Captain’s Assistant/Purser to perform administrative, technical, and analytical duties for the Department of Marine Programs and aboard the Training Ship. The role supports licensing, credentialing, and annual Summer Sea Term operations, with duties at sea and on campus.

The position requires participation in the academy’s Summer Sea Term and a strong emphasis on teamwork, communication, and data‑driven decision making; MMC, TWIC, passport, and