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The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Commercial Fisheries is recruiting for a Boat Officer 4 (Captain) located in Homer!
What You Will Be Doing
This position is responsible for the safe operation, navigation/piloting, and maintenance of the R/V Equinox. This 85 ft vessel is currently in refit status, nearing completion in Newport, Oregon. The Equinox will serve as a working base for at sea biological assessment projects by conducting fisheries surveys and on-site management of commercial fisheries. The incumbent in this position will be asked to locate and obtain biological samples using a wide variety of commercial gear types including; longlines, bottom and surface trawls, drift gillnets, dredges, pots and ROV transects while adhering to requirements and techniques of scientific procedure. Duties also include supervising a vessel crew of 3 or more in addition to administrative tasks such as: Budget oversight and expense tracking. Preparing detailed “requests for quotations” for major maintenance and repair projects. Implementing and monitoring shipyard work while adhering to procurement procedures.
Our Organization, Mission, And Culture
The mission of ADF&G is to protect, maintain, and improve the fish, game, and aquatic plant resources of the state, and manage their use and development in the best interest of the economy and the well-being of the people of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle. The core services of the Commercial Fisheries Division are to ensure the conservation of natural stocks of fish, shellfish and aquatic plants based on scientifically sound assessments. Through coordination with staff biologist, the Equinox captain will conduct vessel-based surveys to collect assessment data necessary to achieve these goals. The work conducted from this vessel supports the sustainable management of some of the most important fisheries in the state including Bristol Bay salmon, Norton Sound king crab, Yukon River Chinook salmon and southeast Alaska rockfish fishery.
Benefits Of Joining Our Team
This position will provide opportunity to work in some of the most exciting marine environments in Alaska on a state vessel equipped with modern electronics and fishing equipment. The incumbent will work with a wide variety of highly competent staff while conducting important fisheries surveys across the state. The wide variety of fishery gear types employed creates a challenging opportunity for a team-oriented mariner with a solid working knowledge of multiple gear types. The incumbent is provided with medical benefits, paid leave and sea duty pay. Sea duty is additional compensation for days at sea.
The Working Conditions You Can Expect
The Equinox is home ported in Homer and conducts research/assessment work in in Cook Inlet, North Gulf Coast, Prince William Sound, Bristol Bay, Norton Sound and southeast Alaska. Captain and vessel crew will be living aboard the vessel for between 80 and 120 days a year while on surveys. Under normal conditions a 12 hour day is standard and 24-hour operation is often required during long range transits between surveys. While in port between surveys, or in off season the incumbent divides “in town” tasks between administrative duties and vessel maintenance, repairs and upgrades.
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for an individual with the following competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of staff with experience levels ranging from novice to highly experienced researchers with extensive maritime and fisheries experience. Effective, adaptive, and documentable supervision of crew while at sea. Proven skills in resolving personnel issues in a fair, effective manner. Extensive “hands-on” operation and maneuvering of a deep draft vessel in heavy currents, wind and seas, often while restricted in ability to maneuver. Commercial fishing or fisheries experience with a wide variety of gear types including long-line, surface and bottom trawls, gillnets, purse seines, scallop dredges and crab/shrimp pots. Strong mechanical and electrical skills as they pertain to the repair and maintenance of propulsion, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems typically found on vessels of 58 feet or more in length. Ability to work independently and make effective decisions under pressure with minimal or no direct supervision. Safety oriented with training in marine safety procedures and conducting drills.
To view the general description and example of duties for a Boat Officer 4 (Captain) please go to the following link:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
Special Note
A valid driver's license is required. This position may be in possession of, or have access to, firearms/ammunition. Must have a U.S. Coast Guard 100-ton Master`s License. Must have the physical capacity for arduous work and extended time at sea. Desirable licenses include a U.S. Coast Guard operator or Engineer license, 100-ton Master or Merchant Mariner`s Documents: Ordinary Seaman or able seaman. A Federal Communications Radiotelephone Operator License is required prior to attaining permanent status. A thorough knowledge of U.S. Coast Guard regulations and rules of the road, seamanship, ship handling, maritime safety procedures, fire training, navigation methods, and techniques. Ability to supervise crew and passengers, operate computers, understand and manage the budget, and perform other administrative functions related to purchasing and vessel repair. Must remain current with First aid and CPR training, advances in shipboard systems and scientific sampling equipment.
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NOTE: The recruitment period for this vacancy has been broadened and extended to allow for a larger applicant pool.
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Commercial Fisheries is recruiting for a Boat Officer 4 (Captain) located in Homer!
What You Will Be Doing
This position is responsible for the safe operation, navigation/piloting, and maintenance of the R/V Equinox. This 85 ft vessel is currently in refit status, nearing completion in Newport, Oregon. The Equinox will serve as a working base for at sea biological assessment projects by conducting fisheries surveys and on-site management of commercial fisheries. The incumbent in this position will be asked to locate and obtain biological samples using a wide variety of commercial gear types including; longlines, bottom and surface trawls, drift gillnets, dredges, pots and ROV transects while adhering to requirements and techniques of scientific procedure. Duties also include supervising a vessel crew of 3 or more in addition to administrative tasks such as: Budget oversight and expense tracking. Preparing detailed “requests for quotations” for major maintenance and repair projects. Implementing and monitoring shipyard work while adhering to procurement procedures.
Our Organization, Mission, And Culture
The mission of ADF&G is to protect, maintain, and improve the fish, game, and aquatic plant resources of the state, and manage their use and development in the best interest of the economy and the well-being of the people of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle. The core services of the Commercial Fisheries Division are to ensure the conservation of natural stocks of fish, shellfish and aquatic plants based on scientifically sound assessments. Through coordination with staff biologist, the Equinox captain will conduct vessel-based surveys to collect assessment data necessary to achieve these goals. The work conducted from this vessel supports the sustainable management of some of the most important fisheries in the state including Bristol Bay salmon, Norton Sound king crab, Yukon River Chinook salmon and southeast Alaska rockfish fishery.
Benefits Of Joining Our Team
This position will provide opportunity to work in some of the most exciting marine environments in Alaska on a state vessel equipped with modern electronics and fishing equipment. The incumbent will work with a wide variety of highly competent staff while conducting important fisheries surveys across the state. The wide variety of fishery gear types employed creates a challenging opportunity for a team-oriented mariner with a solid working knowledge of multiple gear types. The incumbent is provided with medical benefits, paid leave and sea duty pay. Sea duty is additional compensation for days at sea.
The Working Conditions You Can Expect
The Equinox is home ported in Homer and conducts research/assessment work in in Cook Inlet, North Gulf Coast, Prince William Sound, Bristol Bay, Norton Sound and southeast Alaska. Captain and vessel crew will be living aboard the vessel for between 80 and 120 days a year while on surveys. Under normal conditions a 12 hour day is standard and 24-hour operation is often required during long range transits between surveys. While in port between surveys, or in off season the incumbent divides “in town” tasks between administrative duties and vessel maintenance, repairs and upgrades.
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for an individual with the following competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of staff with experience levels ranging from novice to highly experienced researchers with extensive maritime and fisheries experience. Effective, adaptive, and documentable supervision of crew while at sea. Proven skills in resolving personnel issues in a fair, effective manner. Extensive “hands-on” operation and maneuvering of a deep draft vessel in heavy currents, wind and seas, often while restricted in ability to maneuver. Commercial fishing or fisheries experience with a wide variety of gear types including long-line, surface and bottom trawls, gillnets, purse seines, scallop dredges and crab/shrimp pots. Strong mechanical and electrical skills as they pertain to the repair and maintenance of propulsion, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems typically found on vessels of 58 feet or more in length. Ability to work independently and make effective decisions under pressure with minimal or no direct supervision. Safety oriented with training in marine safety procedures and conducting drills.
To view the general description and example of duties for a Boat Officer 4 (Captain) please go to the following link:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
Special Note
A valid driver's license is required. This position may be in possession of, or have access to, firearms/ammunition. Must have a U.S. Coast Guard 100-ton Master`s License. Must have the physical capacity for arduous work and extended time at sea. Desirable licenses include a U.S. Coast Guard operator or Engineer license, 100-ton Master or Merchant Mariner`s Documents: Ordinary Seaman or able seaman. A Federal Communications Radiotelephone Operator License is required prior to attaining permanent status. A thorough knowledge of U.S. Coast Guard regulations and rules of the road, seamanship, ship handling, maritime safety procedures, fire training, navigation methods, and techniques. Ability to supervise crew and passengers, operate computers, understand and manage the budget, and perform other administrative functions related to purchasing and vessel repair. Must remain current with First aid and CPR training, advances in shipboard systems and scientific sampling equipment.
Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Other Industries Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at State of Alaska by 2x Get notified about new Officer jobs in
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State Investment Officer [Cash Manager] (PCN 04-5013)
Pretrial Services Officer 1/2 (PCN 20-6026)
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