Temporary Relief Captain - Calvert Marine Museum

Calvert County, MD; Prince Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Calvert Marine Museum in Solomons, Maryland seeks an Operator (Captain of Record) to helm its 65‑foot passenger excursion vessels during regular cruises and special charters. The Captain of Record is assigned to one of the historic vessels, Wm. B.

Tennison or Dee of St. Mary’s, docked at Calvert Marine Museum and transits local waters of the Patuxent River. The role requires strong seamanship, a USCG license, and a commitment to safety, compliance, and public interaction with passengers.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 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.
• Enrollment in mandatory random drug-testing program.

Responsibilities

• Operate vessel on regularly scheduled public cruises or private charters during season (May–Oct).
• Ensure safe operation in accordance with US Coast Guard and Maryland regulations.
• Assist with Coast Guard inspections and maintain vessel certification requirements.
• Supervise the mate and assist with pre-season fitting-out and post-season lay‑up.
• Maintain logs and ensure proper storage of materials aboard and ashore.
• Interact with passengers to answer questions and ensure public safety.
• Monitor fuel needs and arrange timely refueling and oil changes.

Skills

Small craft operation

Seamanship

Radio communication procedures

Public interaction

Safety regulations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Coast Guard 50-ton license

FCC marine radio permit

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 (duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor to limit the duties that might reasonably be assigned.)

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

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