Onboard Public Health Leader

Viking; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Viking is seeking a Public Health Officer to lead infection prevention and public health practices aboard our cruise vessels. You will train crew, oversee disease surveillance, COVID-19/ILI/AGE responses, and collaborate with Hotel, Medical, Deck, and Engine teams to maintain strict health standards.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s in Public Health or related field with 4–5 years of public health and shipboard experience, fluency in English, and strong leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health or related field required.
• Minimum 4–5 years of Public Health, Infection Prevention and Vessel sanitation experience.
• Shipboard leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead shipboard Public Health compliance, training, and verification of SOPs.
• Oversee disease surveillance, infection prevention and water safety program areas.
• Coordinate with Hotel, Medical, Deck & Engine departments and report to Captain.

Skills

Public Health Leadership

Infection Prevention

Shipboard Operations

Data Reporting

English Fluency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Onboard Sea Care EHR

Job description

Viking is seeking a Public Health Officer to lead infection prevention and public health practices aboard our cruise vessels. You will train crew, oversee disease surveillance, COVID-19/ILI/AGE responses, and collaborate with Hotel, Medical, Deck, and Engine teams to maintain strict health standards.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s in Public Health or related field with 4–5 years of public health and shipboard experience, fluency in English, and strong leadership abilities.