Staff Assistant, Marine Department

US Lawns

Buzzards Bay (MA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

37 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Pension Eligible 10 year Vesting (ORP)

Medical options

Dental / Vision Discount

Paid Family Medical Leave

Long Term Disability

403(b) Retirement Plan

Free parking

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Massachusetts Maritime Academy in Buzzards Bay, MA is seeking a Marine Department professional to oversee maintenance, operation, and transport of department assets. You will coordinate resources and support the academy's mission, working under the Director of the Marine Department to ensure safety and efficiency across vessels and facilities.

The role requires a USCG license (100-ton Master or higher), a related bachelor's degree, and hands-on experience with boats up to 65 feet, plus

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field.
USCG License (100-ton Master or higher) required.
Experience in navigation, maintenance and engineering on vessels up to 65'.

Responsibilities

Provide overall professional support to the mission of the marine department
Assist, as directed, in the operation of limited tonnage training vessels when engaged in training exercises, dry-docks, or transfer to other mooring occasions, with specific emphasis on the safety of all personnel.
Assist in readiness, maintenance and transportation of Marine Department assets to include boats, yachts, manned/models, shells, dinghies, barges, floats, and moorings.
Performs related duties such as maintaining records, logs, and schedules, equipment installation, maintenance, and repairs.
Assist in the coordination of departmental work schedules, work assignments, punch lists, and budgets.
Assist in implementing and enforcing policies and instructions pertaining to the marine department for the safe operation of the academy waterfront, including piers, moorings, boathouse, workshop, Keith Harford Sailing Center, yard equipment, and vehicles assigned.
Assist in the responsibility for the upkeep and cleanliness of the waterfront areas, including Keith Hartford Sailing Center, piers, boat shop, docks, and all other marine department areas.
Assist, as directed, with the Training Ship department and Yacht and Boat Donations Program.
Support the Academy's programs such as continuing education, athletics, admissions, boat acquisitions and sales. Additional duties, as assigned by the Marine Department Director.

Skills

Navigation

Boat maintenance

Marine engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Job Description

Division: Operations
Union Affiliarion: APA
Supervision Received: Director of the Marine Department
Supervision Exercised: Supervises subordinate professional, classified and student personnel in his/her area of responsibility

General Responsibilities

To provide professional support to the mission of the Marine Department, and specifically to coordinate maintenance, operation, and transportation of Marine Department assets.

Responsibilities

Provide overall professional support to the mission of the marine department
Assist, as directed, in the operation of limited tonnage training vessels when engaged in training exercises, dry-docks, or transfer to other mooring occasions, with specific emphasis on the safety of all personnel.
Assist in readiness, maintenance and transportation of Marine Department assets to include boats, yachts, manned/models, shells, dinghies, barges, floats, and moorings.
Performs related duties such as maintaining records, logs, and schedules, equipment installation, maintenance, and repairs.
Assist in the coordination of departmental work schedules, work assignments, punch lists, and budgets.
Assist in implementing and enforcing policies and instructions pertaining to the marine department for the safe operation of the academy waterfront, including piers, moorings, boathouse, workshop, Keith Harford Sailing Center, yard equipment, and vehicles assigned.
Assist in the responsibility for the upkeep and cleanliness of the waterfront areas, including Keith Hartford Sailing Center, piers, boat shop, docks, and all other marine department areas.
Assist, as directed, with the Training Ship department and Yacht and Boat Donations Program.
Support the Academy's programs such as continuing education, athletics, admissions, boat acquisitions and sales. Additional duties, as assigned by the Marine Department Director.

Qualifications and Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field
Proficiency with computers
USCG License, 100-ton Master or higher
Experience in navigation, maintenance, and engineering on boats up to 65' 5. Massachusetts (or other state) Driver's License 6.
Enrollment in the Academy's random drug testing program

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with carpentry, fiberglass work, and basic engine maintenance
Experience as Master or Mate on vessels up to 65' or greater
USCG License, 200-ton Master
Able-Bodied Seaman or Ordinary Seaman Endorsement (or ability to obtain)
Massachusetts Hoisting License (or ability to obtain)

Company Description

Massachusetts Maritime Academy is a top-ranked, fully accredited, four-year, co-educational state university with 7 undergraduate degree programs focusing on science, engineering, technology, math and business that are highly regarded in the domestic and international maritime industry and its related business sectors. Located at the western end of the scenic Cape Cod Canal, MMA is an hour's drive from the thriving urban communities of Boston, MA and Providence, RI and offers easy access to beautiful Buzzards Bay and the pristine beaches of Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket. The Academy offers generous benefits packages and competitive salaries commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Core Benefits