Program Manager, Vessel Captain

Management & Training Corporation; Astoria (OR); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan (7% of annual gross)

Employer paid benefits for employee &/

Affordable on-site housing (reduced)

30 vacation days per year & 16 sick/yr

Union 401K - no match

Job summary

Tongue Point Job Corps Center in Astoria, Oregon, operated by Management & Training Corporation, seeks a seasoned Seamanship Manager to lead the Vessel Captain program and ensure top-notch seamanship practices for maritime students.

The role emphasizes administration, instructional supervision, credential tracking, and budget planning, with a focus on safety and compliance under USCG and DOL guidelines. On-site leadership is required at Tongue Point JCC.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Masters License of 1600 ton NC/Oceans, STCW95 BST, Able Seaman; have served as a Master on qualifying vessels for ≥3 years.
• Excellent communication skills; comply with anti-harassment/anti-discrimination policies; work with diverse student backgrounds.
• Must join Inlandboatmen’s Union of the Pacific (IBU) for medical and retirement benefits.

Responsibilities

• Administer all aspects of the training program, including employment/termination and education of maritime students.
• Supervise Seamanship Program Instructors and ensure compliance with government and management directives, including career technical training instruction.
• Track and monitor staff training and maritime credentials to keep the program current and compliant.
• Develop and prepare lessons; recommend curricula changes and supplemental materials.
• Supervise maintenance and operation of training vessels (T/V Ironwood and others).
• Prepare budgets and maintenance schedules; advise on dry dockings and shipyard work.

Job description

Program Manager, Vessel Captain

Salary - $89,824

Location: Tongue Point Job Corps Center in Astoria, OR

Are you a seasoned mariner with a passion for leadership and a deep understanding of the sea? At Tongue Point Job Corps Center in Astoria, OR we're looking for a Seamanship Manager who can navigate the complexities of vessel operations while inspiring and guiding our students. If you're ready to lead with confidence, ensure top-notch seamanship practices, and steer our students toward success, we invite you to chart your course with us!

What You'll Enjoy

• A consistent Monday-Friday schedule, providing regular weekday hours for a balanced work-life routine.
• Generous pension plan (7% of annual gross).
• Premium employer paid benefits for the employee and their family.
• Affordable on-site housing available at a significantly reduced cost.
• 30 vacation days per year & 16 sick days per year
• Union 401K - no match

Duties Include

• Administer all aspects of the training program, including employment and termination of employees, as well as education and training of center maritime students.
• Supervise Seamanship Program Instructors and ensure compliance with government and management directives including career technical training instruction, direction, and assistance in designated area of instruction (Deck or Engineering) in a safe environment. Ensure full compliance with all NMC program certifications.
• Track and monitor staff training and maritime credentials to keep the program current and compliant.
• Develop and prepare lessons; recommend curricula changes and supplemental materials.
• Supervise the maintenance and operation of the T/V Ironwood and other training vessels.
• Prepare budgets and maintenance schedules.
• Advise on dry dockings and shipyard work.
• Comply with MTC and Job Corps Center rules, Department of Labor, and US Coast Guard regulations.
• Motivate and counsel students in areas of behavior, training, personal problems, and study habits. Coordinate with counselors and other staff as necessary to resolve issues affecting students’ training.
• Complete performance evaluations for all assigned staff; participate in student assessment panels; prepare required documentation using Job Corps databases.
• Ensure course curriculum is always current and credentialed through the National Maritime Center.
• Provide positive, quality customer service to students, staff, and other center customers.
• Support and promote center zero-tolerance policies and progressive behavior management system.
• Participate in student employability programs.
• Promote the development of career success standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students where necessary, and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions. Support and promote multicultural awareness.
• Maintain accountability of staff, student employees, and property; adhere to safety practices.

Requirements

• Must meet or exceed the qualifications required by the program curriculum of the training vessels.
• Must be approved by the US Coast Guard, G-MVP, for employment at a Coast Guard-approved training facility and the requirements for vocational training instructors of the US Department of Labor and the State of Oregon.
• The manager shall hold a valid Masters License of 1600 ton NC/Oceans, STCW95 BST, Able Seaman, and shall have served as a Master on qualifying vessels for a minimum of three years.
• It is essential that the candidate have excellent communication skills, comply with and enforce strict anti- harassment/anti-discrimination policies, and work with young students from diverse backgrounds.
• The successful candidate must join the Inlandboatmen’s Union of the Pacific (IBU) for the purpose of medical and retirement benefit.

About Tongue Point Job Corps Center

Tongue Point Job Corps Center is operated by Management & Training Corporation for the U.S. Dept. of Labor. Located on the Columbia River in Astoria, Oregon, the Center is one of the five largest employers in Clatsop County. We teach 473 youth, ages 16-24, the academic, vocational, employability, and social skills they need to become prepared for successful careers.

Tongue Point JCC offers training in 10 vocations. Seamanship is the largest vocation with 130 students. Students are able to earn their OS, AB (limited) & QMED-Junior Engineer endorsements, plus additional certifications such as VPDSD, STCW-BT, HAZWOPER, survival craft, and Servsafe/food handler while enrolled.

We are committed to the principles of equal opportunity, we value diversity, and we seek staff who are committed to developing youth assets.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process.

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