Boat Captain Part-Time Key West Campus

The parttime boat captain prepares and operates The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) boats during collegesanctioned events. Hours will vary according to need and will be determined on a weekly basis. This position typically maintains a 5 to 25hour work schedule and reports to the Director Marine Science and Technology or designee.

1. Prepares CFK vessel(s) for operation.
2. Maintains strict inventory and control of all equipment on the vessel.
3. Provides a safety briefing to passengers.
4. Refuels the vessel after use.
5. Ensures the college vessel has all necessary and required safety equipment as required by U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) regulations for safe vessel operations.
6. Works cooperatively with the deckhand to decide if the weather is reasonable for the planned dives or excursion.
7. Be familiar with risk management and can implement emergency action plans.
8. Logs incident/accident reports as necessary.
9. Work in a supervisory capacity on an CFK vessel that conducts dive training.
10. Ensures that vessel is operational prior to college use.
11. Operates and navigates CFK vessel during college sanctioned events.
12. Provides other support services to Division of Marine Science and Technology as needed.
13. Conducts safety drills (e.g. MOB fire abandon ship) in accordance with USCG requirements as assigned by the Director of Marine Science and Technology or designee.
14. Works cooperatively with other captains deckhands faculty lab technical advisors and College staff.
15. Maintain the vessels documentation according to the CFK procedure.
16. Other related duties as assigned.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other jobrelated marginal duties as required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of local water preferred.
Knowledge of local diving environment including the underwater training area reef and wrecks.
Knowledge and experience in monitoring the weather for approaching storms.
Communication skills and working in a team environment.
Ability to carry out clerical duties (e.g. collect check and maintain required paperwork)
Ability to carry out job duties with minimal or no direct supervision.
Ability to communicate on a regular basis with the Director Marine Science and Technology Faculty other Captains deckhands and the Dive Facilities Manager.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Possess strong critical thinking decision making and strong communication skills.
Knowledge of basic vessel maintenance especially outboard engine maintenance
Possess interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty staff and student body
Understanding of and commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of College mission policies procedures and services.
Proficient in the use of technology.

Education and Qualifications:
High School Degree or equivalent required.
Experience supporting activities related to CFK preferred.
Minimum oneyear professional experience as a deckhand preferred.
Must be a part of the Maritime Consortium and able to pass random drug testing or ability to pass a drug test at the time of employment required.

(A comparable amount of training education or experience may be substituted for the above minimum qualifications.

Licenses Certifications or Registrations:
USCG Merchant Mariner Credential Master 25 Gross Tons or higher required
Current (within 24 months) CPR/First Aid/AED certification.
Open Water Scuba Instructor certification (PADI NAUI SDI SSDI etc. preferred.
Current (within 24 months) Emergency Oxygen Provider certification preferred.
State boaters safety course preferred.

Physical Skills:
Ability to lift objects weighing up to 70lbs.

Environmental Conditions:
Works on a vessel.
Works outside in various climate conditions.

(Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with a disability.

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• Civil Rights Compliance Officer: Candice Patty Manager Office of Talent Acquisition Development and Accountabilityor
• Title IX Coordinator: Jessica Losardo Director Advancementor
• Disability Services: Nicole Gerrard Executive

Director Student Success Servicesor Mailing Address:The College of the Florida Keys 5901 College Road Key West FL 33040

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