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Under the direct supervision of the vessel master, assist with the operation of the R/V Gulf Challenger, including all required deckhand and relief captain duties. Employee will be expected to assist with all aspects of the operation and maneuvering of the vessel as well as light dockside maintenance. Employee will be expected to abide by all USCG and UNH guidelines to ensure safe operation of the vessel as well as passenger comfort. Employee can expect to interface with a wide variety of passengers and vessel users, including researchers, students, and the general public, in varying sea and weather conditions. Employee can expect up to 20hrs/week for a period of 8-10 weeks in the summer and must be able to work many weekend days during said period. All work will take place out of the Judd Gregg Marine Research Complex located in New Castle NH.

Duties/Responsibilities

Act as mate/relief captain aboard R/V Gulf Challenger : • Under limited supervision, perform all duties necessary of mates and/or relief captain aboard the vessel, including rigging/lifting/towing operations, vessel handling, linehandling, watchstanding, etc • Perform routine maintenance and repairs aboard the vessel dockside as necessary • Operate deck and overboard handling equipment as needed while adhering to all applicable safety protocols • Lead and instruct other crew, passengers, and researchers aboard the vessel as necessary, including safety briefings, emergency operations, and scientific operations • Conduct vessel operations in a safe and efficient manner, adhering to all USCG and UNH policies regarding operation of vessels and conducting scientific research

Requirements

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience : • 2-4 years of experience in the marine industry, depending on qualifications

Required Licenses & Certifications : • Valid drivers license • CPR/First Aid- USCG accepted • NASBLA- approved safe boating certification

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities : • Familiarity with vessel operations, including twin screw and single screw vessel handling, close-quarters maneuvering, linehandling, heavy weather operations, and all related skills and knowledge commensurate with operating a small passenger vessel • Familiarity with passenger management procedures • Familiarity with basic hand and power tools, as well as proper PPE • Experience with rigging and marlinspike seamanship • Positive and enthusiastic attitude in public interactions • Proficiency with basic computing tasks • Leadership skills and the ability to motivate and instruct

Other Requirements : • Pre-employment drug test • Participation in random drug testing program

Preferred Qualifications : • USCG 100-ton license and medical certificate • FCC Marine Radio Operator Permit

Applicant Instructions:

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My Experience: Resume/CV section of the application: (Maximum of 5 Documents) • Resume/CV • Cover Letter • Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Compensation Pay Range:

$22-$30 depending on qualifications/experience

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

Location: Durham

Salary Grade: Adjunct Hourly Staff 00