Serves as the primary Navigation Officer onboard, which include responsibilities for vessel movement, message traffic, maneuvering and port planning

First Application Review Date: 19 October 2026; Open until filled
Posting: September 2026
Start Date: ASAP
Division: Academic Affairs
Union Affiliation: Association of Professional Administrators (APA)
Position Number: FY27-09
Supervision Received: Reports to the Chief Mate
Supervision Exercised: Supervises personnel in areas of responsibility

General Responsibilities

- Serves as the primary Navigation Officer onboard, which include responsibilities for vessel movement, message traffic, maneuvering and port planning.
 - Support maintenance and reporting related to the safety management system.
 - Supervise, train and coordinate deck operations and assist with the pilotage, navigation and safety of the vessel.
 - Ensure all bridge watches complete standard navigation day work, including clock synchronization, weather recording and ship’s log maintenance.
 - Effectively use the shipboard navigation software including Electronic Display, Global Marine Distress Signaling System, (GMDSS)
 - Participate in all movements of the training ship, such as transits to shipyards, sea trials and sea terms.
 - Instruct cadets in Vessel Familiarization.

All selected candidates must comply with Mass. Maritime Academy military customs, uniforms and ranks and participate in random drug screening.

Qualifications and Requirements

 - Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in recognized academic discipline.
 - Hold valid USCG License as Second Mate Oceans Unlimited with STCW endorsements
 - Two (2) years sea experience as Second Mate on ocean going vessels or training vessels of approximate size or larger than the training vessel.
 - Exhibit excellent computer, oral and written communication skills.
 - Experience with computerized maintenance management systems.
 - Understand the unique mission of the university as a maritime academy.

Preferred Qualifications

Hold valid USCG License – Chief Mate Unlimited with STCW endorsements
Knowledge or experience in higher education

Salary

$95,000 - $100,000 annually

Location: Buzzards Bay, MA

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How to Apply

Please submit the following documents: cover letter, resume, MMA application form, USCG credentials and certifications held, and contact information of five (5) professional references. The MMA application form is located on the employment opportunities under Human Resources on the MMA website: www.maritime.edu. Application materials may be saved, attached, and sent electronically to [email protected]. Alternatively, submit application materials by USPS to: Human Resources Department, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 101 Academy Drive, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532. Finalist must complete background check, pre-employment physical, and pre-employment drug testing.

Massachusetts Maritime Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.