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Salary: $25.00 Hourly
Location : 5901 College Road Key West, FL
Job Type: Part Time Temporary
Job Number: 00878
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Marine & Applied Sciences
Opening Date: 05/23/2023
Description
The part-time boat captain prepares and operates The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) boats during college-sanctioned events. Hours will vary according to need and will be determined on a weekly basis. This position typically maintains a 5 to 25-hour work schedule and reports to the Director, Marine Science and Technology, or designee.
Examples of Duties
1. Prepares CFK vessel(s) for operation.
2. Maintains strict inventory and control of all equipment on the vessel.
3. Provides a safety briefing to passengers.
4. Refuels the vessel after use.
5. Ensures the college vessel has all necessary and required safety equipment as required by U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) regulations for safe vessel operations.
6. Works cooperatively with the deckhand to decide if the weather is reasonable for the planned dives or excursion.
7. Be familiar with risk management and can implement emergency action plans.
8. Logs incident/accident reports, as necessary.
9. Work in a supervisory capacity on an CFK vessel that conducts dive training.
10. Ensures that vessel is operational prior to college use.
11. Operates and navigates CFK vessel during college sanctioned events.
12. Provides other support services to Division of Marine Science and Technology, as needed.
13. Conducts safety drills (e.g. MOB, fire, abandon ship) in accordance with USCG requirements as assigned by the Director of Marine Science and Technology, or designee.
14. Works cooperatively with other captains, deckhands, faculty, lab technical advisors, and College staff.
15. Maintain the vessel's documentation according to the CFK procedure.
16. Other related duties as assigned.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related marginal duties as required.)
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of local water preferred.
• Knowledge of local diving environment including the underwater training area, reef, and wrecks.
• Knowledge and experience in monitoring the weather for approaching storms.
• Communication skills and working in a team environment.
• Ability to carry out clerical duties (e.g., collect, check and maintain required paperwork)
• Ability to carry out job duties with minimal or no direct supervision.
• Ability to communicate on a regular basis with the Director, Marine Science and Technology, Faculty, other Captains, deckhands, and the Dive Facilities Manager.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Possess strong critical thinking, decision making, and strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic vessel maintenance, especially outboard engine maintenance
• Possess interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body
• Understanding of, and commitment to, Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of College mission, policies, procedures, and services.
• Proficient in the use of technology.
Education and Qualifications:
• High School Degree or equivalent required.
• Experience supporting activities related to CFK preferred.
• Minimum one-year professional experience as a deckhand preferred.
• Must be a part of the Maritime Consortium and able to pass random drug testing or ability to pass a drug test at the time of employment required.
(A comparable amount of training, education or experience may be substituted for the above minimum qualifications.)
Licenses, Certifications or Registrations:
• USCG Merchant Mariner Credential - Master 25 Gross Tons or higher required
• Current (within 24 months) CPR/First Aid/AED certification.
• Open Water Scuba Instructor certification (PADI, NAUI, SDI, SSDI etc.) preferred.
• Current (within 24 months) Emergency Oxygen Provider certification preferred.
• State boater's safety course preferred.
Physical Skills:
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 70lbs.
Environmental Conditions:
• Works on a vessel.
• Works outside in various climate conditions.
(Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with a disability.)
Supplemental Information
Please Contact the Office of Talent Acquisition, Development, and Accountability at or (305) 809-3118 if you need assistance.
Employment Consideration Requirement: Completed CFK application, cover letter, resume, and post-secondary transcripts as applicable (unofficial and/or copies are acceptable, but must provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment).
Please note: Transcripts from non-U.S. colleges and universities will require a U.S. academic equivalency evaluation from a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please visit or for more information.
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Notice of Non-Discrimination: The College of the Florida Keys does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, religion, pregnancy, or disability in its programs, activities, or employment practices. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding the non-discrimination policies:

• Civil Rights Compliance Officer: Promise Clark-Kimbio, Manager, Office of Talent Acquisition, Development and Accountability, (305) 809-3151 or promise.clarkkimbio@cfk.edu
• Title IX Coordinator: Jessica Losardo, Director, Advancement, (305) 809-3198 or
• Disability Services: Nicole Gerrard, Executive Director, Student Success Services, (305) 809-3262 or

Mailing Address: The College of the Florida Keys, 5901 College Road, Key West, FL 33040
State Complaint Process: Federal regulations and State laws require that public colleges in The Florida College System have processes for students, employees, and applicants to file complaints against any respective college. In almost every situation, the college's process for resolving complaints must be followed first. Before contacting the State Division of Florida Colleges, please read CFK's policies and procedures for filing complaints. For more information on filing a complaint with the State Division of Florida Colleges, please visit
Adjunct Instructors are eligible to receive the CFK Employee Scholarship; may participate in the College's 403(b) plan; and are eligible to join the Association of Florida Colleges.