Minimum
$79,437.00
2ⁿᵈ Quartile
$94,353.00
Midpoint
$109,269.00
4ᵗʰ Quartile
$124,185.00
Maximum
$139,101.00
Job Family
Maritime Operations
Level
PR06
Salary Grade
7
FLSA
NE
Profile Summary
Positions in this job profile manage the operational readiness of research vessels. Positions assist with the recruitment and selection of vessel and shore-based employees
Distinguishing Characteristics
specify major vessel equipment for purchase
Primary Position Responsibilities
assist in the preparation of budgets and proposals
Problem Solving and Decision Making
implement procedures and maintain documentation to meet a variety of regulatory requirements. Positions troubleshoot vessel-based issues and assist with logistics and maintenance during in-port and shipyard periods.
Accountability
The distinguishing characteristic of the Specialist 2-Port Captain profile is the specialized expertise required to assist in maintaining shipyard logistics and managing the operational readiness of the research vessel, including recruitment, budgeting and purchasing.
Relationship With Others
1. Recruits, interviews and selects vessel and shore personnel. 2. Prepares, maintains, and audits safety and security plans for OSU vessels and, when necessary, facility security plans for the Ship Operations facility. 3. Ensures compliance with University policies, state and federal laws and regulations, contractual agreements, industry and safety standards. 4. Assists in preparing annual operation schedules, developing operating budgets, writing proposals, and tracking expenditures. In the Marine Superintendent’s absence, act on his/her behalf within the limits of delegated authority. 5. Identifies need for new navigation, communications, science support, and safety equipment upgrades on OSU vessels and Ship Operations shore facility. 6. Assists with logistics and maintenance during inport and shipyard periods, including providing support for scientific operations.
Typical Requirements
Problems are highly varied, complex and often non-recurring; require novel and creative approaches to resolution. New concepts and approaches may have to be developed. Decisions have major implications on the management and operations of an area within a department; the job may contribute to important strategy, operations, and business decisions that affect the vessel. Decisions impact: • External agencies or institutions • Department • Direct team • Vendors/Suppliers/Contractors • Research Faculty and Students
Disclaimer
Results are defined by senior leadership, college and university mission, vision and strategies. Incumbent sets own goals and determines how to accomplish results with few or no guidelines to follow, although precedents may exist; supervisor/manager provides broad guidance and overall direction. Positions may have supervisory responsibilities.