Second Mate, Training Ship Patriot State II (Staff Associate)

Massachusetts Maritime Academy; Buzzards Bay (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Maritime Academy is seeking a Navigation Officer to serve as the primary officer responsible for vessel movement, port planning, and safe navigation. You will supervise deck operations and cadet instruction, ensuring all bridge watches meet standard navigation procedures and ship's log maintenance.

Applicants must hold a USCG Second Mate Oceans Unlimited license with STCW endorsements and possess at least two years of sea experience on ships of a similar size.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a recognized discipline.
• Valid USCG License as Second Mate Oceans Unlimited with STCW endorsements.
• Two years sea experience as Second Mate on vessels of appropriate size or larger.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with maintenance management systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Navigation Officer onboard, including vessel movement, message traffic, maneuvering and port planning.
• Support safety management system maintenance and reporting.
• Supervise deck operations and assist with pilotage, navigation and safety of the vessel.
• Ensure watches complete standard navigation day work, including logs and weather records.
• Utilize shipboard navigation software including ECDIS and GMDSS.

Skills

Communication skills

Navigation knowledge

Crew supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

USCG license admin

Job description

First Application Review Date:19 October 2026; Open until filled

Posting:September 2026

Start Date:ASAP

Division:Academic Affairs

Union Affiliation:Association of Professional Administrators (APA)

Position Number:FY27-09

Supervision Received:Reports to the Chief Mate

Supervision Exercised:Supervises personnel in areas of responsibility

General Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary Navigation Officer onboard, which include responsibilities for vessel movement, message traffic, maneuvering and port planning.
• Support maintenance and reporting related to the safety management system.
• Supervise, train and coordinate deck operations and assist with the pilotage, navigation and safety of the vessel.
• Ensure all bridge watches complete standard navigation day work, including clock synchronization, weather recording and ship’s log maintenance.
• Effectively use the shipboard navigation software including Electronic Display, Global Marine Distress Signaling System, (GMDSS)
• Participate in all movements of the training ship, such as transits to shipyards, sea trials and sea terms.
• Instruct cadets in Vessel Familiarization.
• All selected candidates must comply with Mass. Maritime Academy military customs, uniforms and ranks and participate in random drug screening.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in recognized academic discipline.
• Hold valid USCG License as Second Mate Oceans Unlimited with STCW endorsements
• Two (2) years sea experience as Second Mate on ocean going vessels or training vessels of approximate size or larger than the training vessel.
• Exhibit excellent computer, oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems.
• Understand the unique mission of the university as a maritime academy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hold valid USCG License – Chief Mate Unlimited with STCW endorsements
• Knowledge or experience in higher education

Salary

$95,000 to $100,000, based on education, qualifications and experience.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents: cover letter, resume, MMA application, and contact information of five (5) professional references. The MMA application is located on the employment opportunities under Human Resources on the MMA website: www.maritime.edu. Application materials may be saved, attached, and sent electronically to [e-mail]. Alternatively, submit application materials by USPS to: Human Resources Department, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 101 Academy Drive, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532. Finalist must complete background check, physical, and pre-employment drug testing.

Massachusetts Maritime Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary/Compensation: $95,000 - $100,000 per year

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