On-Call Vessel Captain

On-Call Vessel Captain

Monmouth University has an immediate opening for an On-Call Vessel Captain within the School of Science. The position will support efforts of the Marine Environmental Biology and Policy program, Urban Coast Institute, as well as other University constituencies and partners.

The incumbent will operate and maintain the University’s vessels (14‑50 ft). A large vessel is docked in Atlantic Highlands, NJ and small boats are trailered out of campus. The role supports student training, academic research, and contract research in fisheries, sediment sampling, water quality, moorings, and hydrographic surveys.

The position requires a USCG 100‑ton license, precise vessel maneuvering skills, occasional nighttime work, and deployment of oceanographic equipment and fishing gear. Duties also include vessel maintenance and handling of research‑equipment loading, hookup, and deployment. Cruises typically range from one to four hours for training and 8 to 12 hour days for research and contract work.

The position reports to the Dean of the School of Science. The ideal candidate works well in a dynamic environment with scientists and college students from marine biology, fisheries ecology, and oceanography.

Schedule:

Monday through Friday; 15 to 20 weeks per year; up to 24 hours per week; pay $45.00 – $50.00 per hour.

• Oversee operation, maintenance, servicing and repair of University vessels, vehicles and trailers.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Experience serving as a captain or senior crew member on a research, commercial, or military vessel, including twin and single engine propulsion vessels.
• Hold a valid US Coast Guard Master‑Near Coastal Waters, 100‑ton license.
• Hold a valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) credential.
• A valid driver’s license in your state of residence and no serious violations (Type
  
  A) within the past five years or more than three moving violations (Type
  
  B) within the past three years. University Policy:
• Hold a valid Standards of Training and Certification of Keeping Watch (STCW) basic credential.
• Hold a valid First Aid, CPR, and AED training certification.
• Possess demonstrable vessel trailering capabilities with vessels up to 30 feet.
• Physical ability to conduct field work under a variety of weather conditions and on moving decks.
• Physical ability to ascend and descend ladders to 10 feet, and lift, carry, or move objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours as needed.

• Experience navigating coastal waters of NJ, including NY Harbor, Barnegat Bay and adjacent nearshore waters.
• Experience with operation and maintenance of marine mechanical systems, hydraulics, power tools, and vessel safety equipment.
• Experience in marine/oceanographic instrumentation applications and use (e.g., calibration and operation of data sondes and other water quality monitoring devices, benthic sampling, plankton sampling and fishery techniques).
• Familiarity with hydrographic and GPS survey techniques.
• Working knowledge of Geographic Information System (GIS).
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications and Windows operating system (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of device interfacing and application software specific to sampling, analysis and positioning (e.g., Hypack).
• Experience in bottom and mid‑depth trawling.

• Earned sick leave for part‑time staff, including on‑call and temporary employees.
• Access to the Fitness Center during employment.
• Recreational and cultural events throughout the academic year, many free or at reduced cost for employees.
• Ten percent discount on most items at the University Bookstore.

• Submit all application materials via Monmouth University’s career portal.
• Required documents:
  Resume or CV, Cover Letter.
• Optional documents:
  Professional References.
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