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Position: Asst. Chair Maritime Technology & Operations and/or Faculty Position Towing Industry Focus SUN[...]
Location: New York

SUNY Maritime College

Location:

Bronx, NY

Category:
Faculty Positions

Job Type: Full-time

Posted On:
Wed Jun 17 2026

SUNY Maritime College is seeking experienced towing industry professionals to join the Marine Transportation Department in a full-time instructional role. This position is ideal for a licensed tugboat or towing vessel mariner, including those currently sailing, who is interested in transitioning ashore while remaining closely connected to the industry. The successful candidate will bring real‑world towing experience into the classroom, simulator, and waterfront training environment, preparing students for careers in:

Tug and barge operations
Harbor assist and ship handling
Coastal and inland towing
Small vessel commercial operations

Career Paths

Assistant Chair (Leadership Track)

Lead and manage the AAS Marine Technology (Limited License) program
Oversee curriculum, student outcomes, and program development
Work closely with faculty, administration, and industry partners

Faculty Member (Teaching Track)

Focus primarily on instruction and student training
Teach towing and small vessel operations courses
Support hands‑on and simulation‑based learning

What You'll Do

Teach courses such as Advanced Towing Operations, Business of Towing, and Bridge Resource Management (BRM)
Deliver hands‑on, practical instruction using:
- Real‑world case studies
- Vessel operations scenarios
- Simulation and waterfront training
Prepare students for U.S. Coast Guard limited license and towing careers
Set up and prepare cadet shipping billets/apprentice mate billets with industry partners and evaluate apprentice/cadet projects
Mentor and advise students pursuing careers in the towing industry
Support and utilize:
- Simulation labs
- Waterfront training facilities
- Instructional vessels
Build relationships with:
- Tug and towing companies
- Maritime employers
- Industry organizations
Participate in:
- Recruitment and workforce pipeline development
- Program improvement and curriculum updates
- Department and college service activities
Summer Opportunities:
- Support industry outreach and recruiting initiatives
- Participate in Summer Sea Term aboard the Training Ship Empire State (for additional compensation)

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications

U.S. Coast Guard Master of Towing Vessels (1600 GRT or greater)
Valid Towing Officer Assessment Record (TOAR)
Recent towing industry experience while actively sailing under license
Strong knowledge of:
- Tug and barge operations
- Vessel handling and safety
- Regulatory requirements
Ability to translate operational experience into practical instruction
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Exception:
Highly qualified licensed mariners without a degree may be considered based on experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Designated Duty Engineer (DDE) credential (or willingness to obtain)
Teaching, training, or mentoring experience
Experience with maritime simulators
Industry engagement or workforce development experience
Graduate degree (or willingness to pursue one)
Additional endorsements such as:
- Tankerman PIC (DL/LG)
- Barge
- DP
- Other relevant towing or vessel endorsements

Additional Considerations

Active licenses are preferred, but licenses in continuation are acceptable

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Asst. Chair Maritime Technology & Operations and​/or Faculty Position Towing Industry Focus SUN

Asst. Chair Maritime Technology & Operations and/or Faculty Position Towing Industry Focus SUN