Watercraft Captain

Job Responsibilities

This employee will be responsible for piloting, navigating and operating SCDNR - MRD's R/V Silver Crescent to support education and scientific research.

• Maintaining vessel with turnkey status.
• Maintaining vessel safety program.
• Maintaining complete bridge, engineering and maintenance logs.
• Assisting with specifications for purchases, including yard work as directed by supervisor.
• Meeting vessel scheduled departure time.
• Assisting with duties and maintenance on other vessels when necessary.
• Performing additional tasks as requested by the supervisor.

A high school diploma and four (4) years of experience in the operation of a commercial fishing vessel, military or large private marine vessel.

A 25‑Ton Masters (Captain's) License with the ability to upgrade to a 50‑Ton Masters (Captain's) License and all associated certifications (i.e. first aid, CPR/AED, random drug testing program, etc.).

Experience and knowledge of piloting, navigating and operating large, ocean‑going research vessels. Experience with bridge electronics, navigational equipment, diesel engines, generator maintenance, deck gear including winches, cranes, long line reels; hauling and towing techniques of said gear. Good communication skills, hearing and eyesight. Ability to perform duties during hazardous conditions due to heavy seas, high heat and working in confined spaces such as an engine room.

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work‑life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time‑limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.