Manager, Marine Operations, Duke Marine Lab Beaufort NC

Duke University:

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

Occupational Summary

Oversee administration, management, scheduling, compliance, safe operation, and maintenance of DUML Marine Operations Small Boat Program (R/V Kirby-Smith, R/V Richard T. Barber, kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards), DUML Marine Operations building and shop space in support of scientific research, education and outreach while ensuring safety of vessels, crew, scientific parties, students, and visitors. Assist with the R/V Shearwater program, including shoreside support, vessel operations (relief captain or crew member), scheduling and contracting.

Work Performed                                                        

Oversee the management, operation of the R/V Kirby-Smith and R/V Richard T. Barber.

Coordinate boat scheduling, contracting and billing for the R/V Kirby-Smith and R/V Richard T. Barber.

Supervise, train and schedule vessel operators for Marine Operations Small Boat Program.  Ensure programmatic compliance.

Oversee Marine Operations Small Boat Program budget and rate review; develop budget with DUML Associate Director.

Serve as Marine Operations Small Boat Program contracting and procurement lead, ensuring compliance with Duke University policies and procedures.

Serve as Captain for R/V Kirby-Smith and R/V Richard T. Barber as needed.

Working with the DUML Associate Director assist with the R/V Shearwater program to include shoreside support, vessel operations (relief captain or crew member), scheduling and contracting of the R/V Shearwater.

First line of customer service for R/V Barber, R/V Kirby-Smith and DUML kayak, canoe, and paddleboard users.

Effective cruise planning for DUML Small Boat Program vessels to include float plan review and management, communications, record keeping, etc. while ensuring approved cruises align with vessel’s designated missions of research, education, and outreach.

Work with Student Services to manage the DUML Marine Operations Kayaks, Canoes, and Paddleboards, including student training, monitoring of weather and water temperatures, communication of policies and procedures and the storage locker all while ensuring safety and compliance.

Market vessels availability and capabilities via existing website, email list servs, etc. -Serve as Marine Operations representative on Duke Marine Lab Management Team and special marine related projects.

Serve as resource to Duke faculty on matters related to oceanographic field research and PI vessel operations.

Maintain vessel compliance with applicable federal, state, local and Duke University regulations and policies. For example, ensure compliance for all required Coast Guard documentation, oversee Coast Guard vessel inspections, and ensure crew members have required, up-to-date training/licensing as dictated by the Coast Guard.

Responsible for applying for and managing Oceanographic Research Vessel (ORV) designation on all Duke University owned vessels.

Responsible to ensure compliance with Chemical Testing Program as defined by 46 CFR parts 4 and 16, 33 CFR part 95 and 40 CFR part 40.

Responsible for managing Marine Operations severe weather/hurricane emergency management plan with support from vessel crew and DUML Management Team

Coordinate, perform or contract maintenance for Marine Operations Small Boat Program vessels to include shipyard periods.

Coordinate, perform or contract maintenance for Duke University Marine Lab docks (floating and fixed).  Maintain DUML Marine Operations building and shop space.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

Required Qualifications at this Level

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Essential Functions

• Live and work in cramped quarters, frequently in bad weather and with violent ship motion.

• Climb steep and vertical ladders, and enter and exit compartments through hatches, doors, and sills up to two feet high.

• Participate in training, emergency drills and in launching lifeboats and life rafts.

• Perform physical labor, climb and handle moderate weights and equipment requiring lifting up to 75 pounds and push/pull up to 100 pounds of force.

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