Position:  Third Mate/Staff Assistant, NSMV Patriot State II

Posting:   October 2024     

Start date:  January 1, 2025

Position Number:  FY25-17

Division:  Academic Affairs

Union Affiliation:  Association of Professional Administrators (APA)

Application Deadline:  First application review is 02 December 2024, open until filled.

Supervision Received:  Reports to the Chief Mate/Director

Supervision exercised:  Supervises personnel in areas of responsibility

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General responsibilities:

·         Inspect and maintain all lifesaving equipment onboard, including life rafts, lifeboats, hoisting devices, and immersion suits.

·         Support maintenance and reporting related to the safety management system.

·         Assist the Second Mate in navigation duties, associated with communication and vessel maneuvering. 

·         Effectively use the shipboard navigation software including Electronic Display, Global Marine Distress Signaling System (GMDSS)

·         Supervise, train and coordinate deck operations and assist with the pilotage, navigation and safety of the vessel.

·         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 Massachusetts Maritime Academy military customs, uniforms and ranks and participate in random drug screening in accordance with 46 CFR Part 16. 

Specific minimum Qualifications and Requirements: 

·         Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in recognized academic discipline.

·         Hold valid USCG License as Third Mate Oceans Unlimited with STCW endorsements

·         Two (2) years sea experience as Third 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.

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Preferred Qualifications: 

·         Hold valid USCG License – Second Mate Unlimited with STCW endorsements

·         A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development and/or the modeling of inclusive behaviors.  

·         Knowledge or experience in higher education

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Salary: $85,000 to $90,000, based on education, qualifications and experience.

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MMA is a fully accredited, four-year, co-educational state university offering Bachelor and Master of Science degrees that are highly regarded in the worldwide maritime industry and beyond. Located at the west-end of the scenic Cape Cod Canal, MMA is an hour’s drive from the thriving urban communities of Boston and Providence and offers easy access to the pristine beaches of Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard. The Academy offers generous benefits policies and a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To apply electronically via email, please attach a cover letter and resume, Employment Application and Affirmative Action form along with contacts of three (3) professional references to [email protected] Alternatively, application materials may be mailed to Human Resources, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 101 Academy Drive, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532.  Finalists must complete a pre-employment drug screening, pre-employment physical and background check.