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

MASSACHUSETTS MARITIME ACADEMY; Gray Gables (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Maritime Academy is seeking a Second Mate, Training Ship Patriot State II, within Academic Affairs. You will serve as the primary Navigation Officer, supervise deck operations, and mentor cadets while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Start ASAP with the possibility of advancement to senior roles. Eligibility includes a USCG Second Mate Oceans Unlimited license with STCW, Bachelor’s degree, and 2+ years’ sea service on sizable vessels.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Navigation Officer onboard, including 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 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 shipboard navigation software including Electronic Display, GMDSS.
• Participate in all movements of the training ship, such as transits to shipyards, sea trials and sea terms.
• Instruct cadets in Vessel Familiarization.
• Comply with Mass. Maritime Academy military customs, uniforms and ranks and participate in random drug screening.

Skills

USCG Second Mate experience

Vessel navigation skills

Communication skills

Maintenance mgmt systems

Computer proficiency

Seafaring discipline

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Computerized maintenance management systems

Job description

Position

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

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

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

Massachusetts Maritime Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.