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Coxswain Instructor

Coronado, CA · On-site

Coxswain Instructor PWS Title: Coxswain Instructor Location: San Diego Clearance Type: Secret Roles and Responsibilities: * Deliver hands-on coxswain training in high-speed, low-visibility, and ...

Navstar

Coxswain Instructor

Coronado, CA · On-site

Coxswain Instructor PWS Title: Coxswain Instructor Location: San Diego Clearance Type: Secret Roles and Responsibilities: * Deliver hands-on coxswain training in high-speed, low-visibility, and ...

U.S. Navy

Military Security Officer

Hinesville, GA

... Coxswain and Patrol Leader, Corrections Specialist, Small Arms Instructor, Crew-Served Weapons Instructor, Protective Service Specialist, and Criminal Investigator; career-long development through ...

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Military Security Officer

Baltimore, MD

$16.50 - $21/hr

... Coxswain and Patrol Leader, Corrections Specialist, Small Arms Instructor, Crew-Served Weapons Instructor, Protective Service Specialist, and Criminal Investigator; career-long development through ...

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Military Security Officer

Bowling Green, MO

$15 - $19/hr

... Coxswain and Patrol Leader, Corrections Specialist, Small Arms Instructor, Crew-Served Weapons Instructor, Protective Service Specialist, and Criminal Investigator; career-long development through ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for coxswain instructor in the United States is $19.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Coxswain Instructor vs Boat Captain?

AspectCoxswain InstructorBoat Captain
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Coxswain certification, instructor credentialsCaptain's license, safety certifications, CPR
Work EnvironmentTraining facilities, watercraft, classroomsCommercial or recreational boats, water environments
Industry UsageMaritime training schools, rowing clubsMaritime, recreational, or commercial boating

The main difference is that a Coxswain Instructor focuses on teaching and certifying others in boat handling and safety, while a Boat Captain is responsible for operating and managing the vessel during trips. Both roles require safety certifications, but the Coxswain Instructor emphasizes training, whereas the Boat Captain emphasizes navigation and vessel management.

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Coxswain Instructor

Coronado, CA • On-site

Navstar
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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Job description

Job Title: Coxswain Instructor

PWS Title: Coxswain Instructor

Location: San Diego

Clearance Type: Secret

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Deliver hands-on coxswain training in high-speed, low-visibility, and tactical scenarios
  • Instruct on vessel control, evasive maneuvers, and small craft tactics
  • Conduct mission-based training, ensuring proficiency in execution and safety
  • Develop performance assessments and after-action reports
  • Participate in range training, maintenance coordination, and risk mitigation

Qualifications Required Qualifications:

  • Active state driver's license
  • Four (4) years of small boat/craft tactical experience in a maritime environment with proficiency in: Maritime Navigation, Tactical Boat Operations, and Military decision-making processes (Begin, Arrange, Make, Complete, Issue, Supervise (BAMCIS); Organizational and individual planning; Tactical Boat Patrol Coordination; Development and issuance of Concept of Operations, Warning Order, Patrol Order, and Mission Debriefing
  • Qualified Navy Second Class Swimmer or equivalent
  • Line Coach (LC)/Range Safety Officer (RSO) qualifications
  • Record of PQS qualifications in all CORIVFOR weapons and weapon systems
  • Must possess one of the following:
    • NEC 9502/805A Instructor
    • NEC 9518/A12A Professional Development Instructor
    • Completed Journeyman Instructor Training (JIT)
  • Physically capable of extended field operations
  • Physically fit to perform maritime instruction in austere environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and reading technical schematics

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