University of Washington • Seattle, WA 98194
Job #2683521442
Req #: 233388
Department: OCEANOGRAPHY
Posting Date: 04/16/2024
Open Until Filled
Salary: $7,548-$10,850 per month
Shift: First Shift
As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (~~~) Applications received before 1 May 2024 will be given priority
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
The School of Oceanography fosters continued advancement of the ocean sciences, solutions to problems of societal relevance, and public awareness of the marine environment. It is at the forefront of creating knowledge and understanding about the ocean through observation, theory, modeling and technological innovation. The School focuses on learning and discovery, equipping students with knowledge and insights, scholarly methods, scientific tools and communication skills.
The School of Oceanography promotes diversity and inclusivity among our students, faculty, staff, and public. At the University of Washington, diversity is integral to excellence. We value and honor all experiences and perspectives, strive to create welcoming and respectful learning environments, and promote access, opportunity, and justice for all. We are committed to ensuring the safety of crew members, science team, and anyone who interfaces with our research vessels. Thus, we are seeking candidates whose experiences have prepared them to fulfill our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and can engage thoughtfully with people from a wide spectrum of backgrounds.
The Manager of Program Operations / Port Captain is an integral member of the shore-based management team responsible for operating the School of Oceanography's two research vessels - the US Navy owned Global-Class R/V Thomas G. Thompson and UW owned Coastal-Class R/V Rachel Carson. These vessels are an important component of the US Academic Research Fleet - operated through the UNOLS (University National Oceanographic Laboratory System) framework - and their operation is critical to seagoing research and educational programs within the University of Washington. The Manager of Program Operations / Port Captain supervises the Research Cruise Coordinator and is the shoreside supervisor for all shipboard positions. This position manages operations for a total of 22 positions on R/V Thomas G. Thompson and up to 5 positions on R/V Rachel Carson throughout the year. The positions are filled with a mix of permanent and nonpermanent (relief) crew members who total approximately 75 at any given time. The position reports to the Manager of Marine Operations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Port Logistics - 25%
Crewing - 25%
Cruise Planning - 20%
Regulatory - 15%
Other duties - 15%
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
A bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Management, Maritime Transportation or any related field) and a minimum of five years of vessel management; operations and scheduling; personnel administration. Familiarity with the various requirements of cognizant regulatory bodies (USCG, ABS) concerned with research vessel operation.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
WORKING CONDITIONS
Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you log into your "My Jobs" page. If you choose to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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