Recreation Assistant (Dock Master)

About the role

This position is located within Commander, Mid-Atlantic Region, Fleet and Family Readiness Program, on Naval Station Norfolk base, and performs a variety of duties in support of the Sailing/Marina program.

Responsibilities

• Performs minor maintenance, including changing batteries, scraping and cleaning boat bottoms, and ensuring boats are properly fueled and clean.
• Ferry's patrons and equipment to and from moored fishing boats and operates safety boats during training sessions, regattas, or other on-the-water activities.
• Assists patrons with pulling boats to and from their storage rack and carrying hulls to the floating dock, launching, dock approach, mooring, pump out station, and fueling of boats.
• Tows disabled boats to assigned slips or dock and circulates among patrons to assist with basic boating needs and maintain order.
• Monitors dock, checking for improperly tied boats, retying as needed, and warns patrons of disorderly behavior or unsafe techniques.
• Inspects Marina daily to ensure area is clean and free from debris and other hazards, and performs basic cleaning duties to maintain a constant and clean working area.
• May serve as duty manager in the absence of management to ensure the facility is functioning in a smooth, safe, and efficient manner.

Requirements

• Must pass all applicable records and background check and successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Must possess CPR and First Aid Certification, or obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations.

Qualifications

A qualified candidate must possess knowledge of boating terminology, operation, maintenance, water and boating safety, and handling of boats, with a minimum of one year related work experience in a marina environment.

• Ability to handle small powerboats in light to moderate conditions.
• Skill in the use of basic hand tools to perform minor maintenance and repair.
• Mature individual with documented leadership abilities, who can exercise control over groups of people to ensure good order and discipline as necessary.
• Fluent command of the English language and ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Skilled in customer service techniques, tact, and good judgment.

Benefits

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education, and the position offers a range of benefits, which can be reviewed for more information.