Chief of Marine Operations, Palmyra Atoll

About the role

The Chief of Marine Operations executes all routine marine maintenance, oversees all marine operations, provides training, and assists with general facilities maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Safe boating and diving operations
• Maintenance of marine equipment
• Training and supervision of marine operations
• Supporting research and management activities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years relevant work experience in the marine field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Current USCG Merchant Mariner Credential Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel for master near coastal of 720 sea time days
• Current Rescue Diver certification from a qualified organization (NAUI, PADI or equivalent)
• Current certification for oxygen administration for SCUBA diving injuries
• Current certification in First Aid/CPR
• Extensive current experience operating vessels less than 40ft while safely deploying and retrieving SCUBA divers during drift dives
• Experience maintaining diesel and gasoline engines, conducting preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting and performing minor mechanical and electrical repairs while out on the water
• Experience troubleshooting and conducting minor repairs on SCUBA gear and compressors
• Experience operating skiffs and vessels with outboard motors of up to 175hp
• Experience with MS Word and Excel in producing reports and maintaining inventories
• Experience performing physical work and ability to lift 50lbs

Qualifications

Passport with an expiration date later than your term of employment, proof of a physical examination showing good health, and a current tetanus vaccination.

Skills

Experience in marine operations, maintenance, and safety protocols; knowledge of marine biology and conservation practices; ability to work independently and as part of a team; strong communication and organizational skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits.

Pay

The starting pay for this position is generally $2,885.00 biweekly (gross).

Schedule

Seasonal, approximately 3 months at a time.