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3rd officer
Ship's Second Mate – 2020 R/V Oceanus Relief Pool

Description
Position Details

Department
Ship Operations (OAS)

Classification Title
Ship's Second Mate

Job Title
Ship's Second Mate – 2020 R/V Oceanus Relief Pool

Appointment Type
Classified Staff

Job Location
Newport

Position Appointment Percent
100

Appointment Basis
12

Pay Method
Hourly

Min Salary
$27.96

Max Salary
$33.62

Employment Category
Intermittent

Position Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill future full-time, hourly, intermittent (as needed) Ship’s Second Mate positions in the Ship Operations unit within the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University.

These positions will be located in Newport, Oregon.

The Ship’s Second Mate, under the direction of the Ship’s Master, assists in the operation and maintenance of the Research Vessel (R/V) Oceanus in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.

Position Duties

60% – Stands watch as navigating officer of the watch at sea under direction of the Ship’s Master. Navigates by use of electronic equipment and other means. Maneuvers the vessel as necessary to conduct oceanographic work. Writes logs. Uses navigational charts. Conducts shipboard and ship-to-shore communications. Directs seaman on watch as helmsman, lookout, and winch operator. Carries out ship’s daily routine. Assists Master during special sea or anchor detail.

20% – Organizes, updates, and maintains stocks of navigational charts and publications; and makes necessary corrections to those documents. Winds, services, and corrects ship’s clocks and tension recorders. Operates gyro compass including starting, stopping, and performing routine maintenance. Maintains the cleanliness and general condition of the pilothouse, chart room, vessel control stations, and navigating equipment. Lays out charts with track-lines and other navigational equipment; and programs navigational systems for upcoming voyage as specified by the cruise plan.

10% – Operates radios, radars, electronic navigation equipment, fathometers, ship control equipment, winches, cranes, boats, computer, and research support equipment as necessary. Utilizes current Computerized Maintenance Management System ( CMMS ).

10% – Actively participates in shipboard drills and emergency training, including training ashore. Supervises ship’s routine as duty mate in port, and supervises deck department during the Chief Mate’s absence.

Minimum Qualifications

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE :
Two (2) years of vessel operations experience in assigned area of responsibility, with at least six months (180 8-hour or 120 12-hour days of deck service) as a Mate of a motor vessel, comparable military service, or maritime academy experience.

LICENSING / CERTIFICATIONS :
• Mate’s License for motor vessels 500 gross tons (Oceans) or better issued by the U.S. Coast Guard
• STCW endorsements as appropriate for this position.
• Meet Coast Guard drug testing requirements
• Ability to obtain a passport
• Ability to speak, read, and write English

Additional Required Qualifications
  • Valid Advanced Radar Plotting Aid ( ARPA ) Certificate.
  • Ability to obtain Transportation Worker Identification Card ( TWIC ).

Preferred (Special) Qualifications
  • Vessel Security Officer training, Advanced Firefighting, Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response ( HAZWOPER ) course.
  • Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management System ( CMMS ).
  • Experience with Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems ( ECDIS ).
  • Medical Person in Charge ( MPIC ) rating/certificate.
  • Global Maritime Distress and Safety System ( GMDSS ) Operator
  • Possess a Mates license, motor vessels of 1600 ton (Oceans), or better, issued by the U.S. Coast Guard.
  • A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule
  • The employee in this position is required to work on board the R/V Oceanus at sea on research cruises that may last from one day to three weeks or more before returning to port, in ocean and weather conditions which are highly variable. For information about the Oceanus, please go to https://ceoas.oregonstate.edu/oceanus/ .
  • The incumbent must not be incapacitated by sea-sickness.
  • Ship Operations is a seven day per week operation; therefore, weekend and holiday work may be required. Shift and/or work assignment may change based on operational needs.
  • The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 40 pounds is required.

This position is deemed essential and the incumbent may be expected to report to work during inclement weather, emergency and other University work curtailments or closures.
Yes

This position requires a clear and unambiguous commitment to compliance of all National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations for Division I (FBS) universities.
No

Posting Number
P02529CT

Number of Vacancies
Multiple

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
03/02/2020

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date
01/01/2020

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date
12/31/2020

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation (i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc.). Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for classified staff positions.

Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.

- In order to maintain an active status within the pool, applicants will need to reapply annually.

- Should you no longer wish to remain an applicant for this posting please login and withdraw your application from this posting. Use caution as you will not be able to reapply until the next year.

Please Note: Applicants are contacted only when a need to fill R/V Oceanus Relief Ship’s Second Mate positions, on an intermittent basis, arises.

For additional information please contact:
Matt Fogg, Port Captain
Email: mathurin.fogg@oregonstate.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Any required license and/or certification may be uploaded as License or Certification -1, -2, -3, and -4. The online application system will allow you to attach your license/certification if the PDF file is 9MB or less. If over 9MB in size, submit to contact person listed. The license and/or certification must be received by the closing date if not uploaded with your application.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  • * Do you possess a valid Mate’s License for motor vessels 500 gross tons (Oceans) or better issued by the United States Coast Guard?
    • Yes
    • No
  • * Do you possess a valid Advanced Radar Plotting Aid (ARPA) Certificate?
    • Yes
    • No
  • Documents Needed to Apply
    Required Documents Optional Documents
  • License or Certification - 1
  • License or Certification - 2
  • License or Certification - 3
  • License or Certification - 4
 
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