Chief of Marine Operations, Palmyra Atoll
Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services Network (BES-Net) - Marquart Village, New York, United States
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Chief of Marine Operations, Palmyra Atoll
•Bachelor’s degree and 5 years relevant work experience in the marine field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. •Current USCG Merchant Mariner Credential Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel for master near coastal of 720 sea time days. •Current Rescue Diver certification from a qualified organization (NAUI, PADI or equivalent) or trainings, certificates and skills that match or supersede rescue diver training, as determined by the Conservancy’s Diving Safety Officer. •Current certification for oxygen administration for SCUBA diving injuries. •Current certification in First Aid/CPR. •Extensive current experience operating vessels less than 40ft while safely deploying and retrieving SCUBA divers during drift dives. •Experience maintaining diesel and gasoline engines, conducting preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting and performing minor mechanical and electrical repairs while out on the water. •Experience troubleshooting and conducting minor repairs on SCUBA gear and compressors. •Experience operating skiffs and vessels with outboard motors of up to 175hp. •Experience with MS Word and Excel in producing reports and maintaining inventories •Experience performing physical work and ability to lift 50lbs. Salary Information:
The starting pay for this position is generally
$2,885.00 biweekly (gross).
Returning Palmyra staff are provided higher rates due to experience. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment. Unfortunately, The Nature Conservancy is unable to provide support for a work permit for this position. Only applicants who are currently eligible to work in the United States will be considered. Applicants are required to confirm residency in a U.S. state or territory where TNC is registered for tax withholding and workers’ compensation insurance purposes. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Type: Job opportunity Organization: The Nature Conservancy Deadline: July 31, 2025 External website link: https://nature.wd108.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ExternalCareers/job/PALMYRA/Chief-of-Marine-Operations--Palmyra-Atoll_JR100339
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