Temporary Relief Captain

Calvert Marine Museum; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Calvert Marine Museum in Solomons, MD seeks an Operator (Captain of Record) for its 65‑foot passenger vessels during cruises and charters. The Captain of Record is assigned to one vessel, reports to the Director, and operates in local Patuxent River waters.

The role requires a valid USCG 50‑ton license (or higher), FCC radio permit, and 3+ years on passenger vessels, with weekend/holiday availability May–October.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of three years experience on passenger‑carrying vessels.
• Valid U.S. Coast Guard 50 ton operator’s license or above.
• FCC marine radio operator permit.

Responsibilities

• Operates vessel on all regularly scheduled public cruises or private charters during the season (May–October).
• Ensures safe operation in accordance with Coast Guard and Maryland Marine Police regulations.
• Maintains compliance with vessel certification inspections and equipment readiness.

Skills

Seamanship

Marine engine basics

Radio procedures

Public interaction

Weather monitoring

Manual labor

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

U.S. Coast Guard 50 ton license

FCC marine radio operator permit

Job description

Job Description: Operator (Captain of Record) of Calvert Marine Museum’s 65-foot passenger excursion vessels during regularly scheduled cruises and special charters. The Captain of Record is assigned to one of the historic vessel Wm. B. Tennison or Dee of St. Mary’s, docked at Calvert Marine Museum in Solomons, Maryland, which transits local waters of the Patuxent River and its tributaries. Captain is supervised by CMM Director or his designee.

Essential Job Functions

• Operates vessel on all regularly scheduled public cruises or private charters, during the season, May – October.
• Ensures safe operation of vessel at all times in accordance with all applicable U.S. Coast Guard and Maryland Marine Police regulations.
• Assists with Coast Guard inspections and ensures compliance with all inspection requirements for vessel certification.
• Ensures that all lifesaving and fire fighting equipment is operable and in good condition.
• Supervise the duties of the mate.
• Assists as necessary with pre-season fitting-out, routine maintenance during the operating season, and post-season lay‑up.

Other Duties

• Keeps track of supplies and monitors regular maintenance requirements.
• Ensures all materials aboard and ashore are properly and safely stored.
• Interacts with passengers as required to answer questions and ensure public safety.
• Monitors fuel requirements and ensures timely refueling and oil changes.
• Assists mate as necessary with loading and discharging of passengers.
• Monitors marine weather forecasts, and operates vessel accordingly, to ensure passenger safety.
• Assists county staff when necessary in planning long‑range maintenance and preservation, and in monitoring vessel operating procedures.
• Ensures full compliance with all private charter arrangements.
• Maintains logbook.
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (These are pre‑employment KSA that apply only to Essential Job Functions.)

• Knowledge of— Small craft operation and seamanship
• Basic marine engine operation and maintenance.
• Local navigable waters and weather conditions.
• U.S. Coast Guard requirements pertaining to small passenger vessel operation.
• Basic boat carpentry and painting.
• Radio communication procedures.
• Ability to— Handle small craft.
• Work well with public and staff.
• Speak clearly and distinctly.
• Perform manual work.
• Follow county purchasing procedures.

Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted on a full‑time year for year basis.)

• Training and/or Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of three years experience on passenger‑carrying vessels.
• Licenses or Certificates: Valid U.S. Coast Guard 50 ton operator’s license or above.
• FCC marine radio operator permit.

Special Requirements: Enrollment in mandatory random drug‑testing program.

Physical Demands: Work requires long period of standing, repeated bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or lifting objects up to 49 pounds.

Unusual Demands: Required to work weekends and holidays, May–October.

FLSA Status: Exempt (during the season) and Non‑Exempt (during the off‑season).

Compensation Steps: Pay rate: $38.22 per hour Grade H24, temporary position, 17.5 hours per week

Calvert Marine Museum Position closing date: September 29, 2026

Please Note: This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on September 29, 2026.

If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] with as much notice as possible.

Calvert County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Calvert County Government offers a wide range of benefits to enhance the lifestyle of our employees and the lifestyle of their families and dependents.