Captain - Coastal; Part-Time

A Glimpse of the Job

The Captain - Near Coastal is responsible for the safe navigation and operation of the University vessels in near coastal waters (up to 200 miles offshore), serving as vessel master; supervises crew and vessel operators, and trains them on safe operation practices and safe maneuvering of vessels through various situations.

• Serves as Vessel Master and navigates vessels safely and skillfully when needed.
• Serves as back-up Captain for vessel trips as needed.
• Maintains a positive working environment and relationships with other colleagues and units on campus.
• Responsible for the operations in their area of leadership in accordance with published processes, rules, policies and law.
• Ensures the overall safety of the vessel and all persons onboard.
• Maintains operational readiness and maintenance of vessels.
• Responsible for discipline of direct report personnel.
• Coordinates logistics with all shore side personnel and port officials.

Job Title: Captain - Near Coastal (Part‑Time)

Agency: Texas A&M University at Galveston

Department: MESSO

Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate

Job Location: Galveston, Texas

Job Type: Staff

• Serves as Vessel Master and navigates vessels safely and skillfully when needed.
• Serves as back‑up Captain for vessel trips as needed.
• Maintains a positive working environment and relationships with other colleagues and units on campus.
• Responsible for the operations in their area of leadership in accordance with published processes, rules, policies and law.
• Ensures the overall safety of the vessel and all persons onboard.
• Maintains operational readiness and maintenance of vessels.
• Supervises training for crew members.
• Responsible for discipline of direct report personnel.
• Coordinates logistics with all shore side personnel and port officials.
• Responds to emergencies as directed.

• Assists staff responsible for vessel maintenance oversight with maintenance requirements to get vessel up to par to operate.
• Informs staff members of maintenance that needs attention.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section.

• High School Diploma or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of relevant industry experience Post Master's License, including experience troubleshooting marine engines and electronics.

• Current and valid 100‑ton Master’s License‑Near Coastal (up to 200 nautical miles) or greater.
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi‑task and work cooperatively with others.

• Vessel maneuvering 15 hours.
• Maintenance tools 5 hours.

• Must pass a USCG/DOT drug test prior to employment and participate in the University’s random drug testing plan. Must have ability to respond to emergencies as directed. Must be available for non‑standard hours when needed.
• This position is security sensitive.
• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures.
• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements.

We are the ocean campus of Texas A&M University  employees come from throughout the world, with many different perspectives, talents, lived experiences, and interests. Aggies by the Sea promote a welcoming and highly productive work environment. We support the university’s goals to recruit and retain a quality workforce and encourage life‑long learning practices. We will do our part to assist you in your new position and encourage you to take advantage of training and development opportunities that are available to help you be successful.

Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a Linked In profile to pre‑populate the online application.

All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.