Boat Captain

Captain of St. Mary’s County passenger vessel; performs other duties as assigned.

1. Operates vessel in accordance with all rules and safety requirements of the United States Coast Guard as they pertain to the safe operation of a passenger vessel;
2. Supervises other personnel when assigned;
3. Oversees boat upkeep and maintenance; including supervising scheduled maintenance of engine, emergency equipment and first aid kit, appearance, and a structural inspection of the vessel before each trip;
4. Participates in all United States Coast Guard inspections and emergency drills on an annual basis;
5. Responsible for the location and safe keeping of all documents pertaining to the operation of the tour vessel.;
6. Reports to the St. Clement’s Island Museum Site Supervisor problems, concerns, maintenance requests, and incidence Reports pertaining to the operation of the tour vessel; 
7. Ensures licenses, and inspection certificates are current and in force;
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience: 

 

1. High school diploma or G.E.D;
2. Three years or more of related experience;
3. Or equivalent technical training, education, and/or experience.

 

Additional Requirements:

 

1. Must meet United States Coast Guard requirements pertaining to small passenger craft;
2. CPR Certification;
3. Must submit to random drug testing requirements;
4. Must have Coast Guard Master’s license; 
5. FCC valid Marine Radio Operator Permit (MP)

1.    Ability to gain thorough knowledge of St. Mary’s County Government policies and procedures;

2.    Ability to effectively communicate with other staff and especially members of the public;

3.    Knowledge of the geographical area that the vessel will serve;

4.    Ability to apply departmental policies and procedures to  work tasks;

5.    Ability to work independently on tasks and maintain accurate records;

6.    Knowledge of local history and natural history of the lower Potomac River;

7.    Ability to plan, organize, and execute complicated and continuing assignments accurately, with minimum instruction or review.