Job Description

Under general supervision, the Marina Assistant is responsible for patrolling and providing security for marina owned facilities and equipment including private boats berthed at the South Beach Harbor. The essential duties of this position include the following:

• Patrols the Marina and Yacht Harbor to prevent vandalism and damage to property; provides protection to yachtsmen; registers watchman's clock at established stations during each round.
• Inspects floats and berthing areas to prevent encroachments and obstructions that might endanger navigation.
• Checks boats in assigned berths for proper and adequate securing, and takes corrective action as required; may be required to operate the harbor patrol boat in support of other City departments.
• While patrolling harbor facilities, enforce City and County ordinances relating to the Marina.
• May assign berths to permanent and transient lessee.
• Inspects harbor facilities for damage or hazardous conditions and prepares work lists and work orders as required.
• Performs minor routine maintenance on facilities and related equipment; performs routine maintenance of plumbing, electrical and structural systems of wooden docks and related facilities.
• Provides a visible presence to prevent theft and acts of vandalism.
• Responds to presence of people who seem under the influence of narcotics or alcohol.
• Interacts with a variety of people on issues related to boating safety and law, marina rules and regulations, weather and tourist information.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification. Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.

1. One year (2000 hours) of verifiable experience in the operation of a marina yacht harbor, commercial fishing harbor, or equivalent. Such experience MUST have specifically included: patrolling and inspecting docks and facilities; performing routine electrical, plumbing and mechanical maintenance; general use of hand and power tools and pumps; routine report writing; operation of small sail, power/non-power driven craft; AND

2. Possession of a valid Standard First Aid Certificate (SFA) Certificates must be current (valid) as of the time of appointment. Maintaining the required certificates after appointment is a condition of employment.; AND

3. Possession of a valid California driver's license. Insurability under the Port’s automobile liability insurance must be maintained throughout employment.; AND

4. Possession of a valid Basic Water Rescue Certificate or Lifeguard Certificate. (POSSESSION OF EITHER A BASIC WATER RESCUE CERTIFICATE OR A LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED WITHIN FOUR MONTHS OF APPOINTMENT.).

NATURE OF WORK

• The nature of the work requires physical effort and dexterity in the use of the fingers, limbs and body; exposure to working conditions where moderately serious injuries may occur.
• Positions may periodically require being on call at all times and/or working on weekends and holidays.
• Incumbents may be required to work shifts, weekends and holidays; operate marina patrol boats while performing security maintenance or towing duties; swim in deep water; administer CPR and first aid; work in adverse weather conditions; and lift up to 50 lbs.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Possession of a valid Standard First Aid Certificate (SFA) and Basic Water Rescue Certificate or Lifeguard Certificate must be maintained throughout employment.
• Candidates for employment with the San Francisco Port Commission whose job duties require unescorted Maritime Transportation System (MTS) access will be required upon appointment to undergo a terrorist threat assessment including FBI fingerprints and immigration check in order to determine eligibility for security clearance. Per Civil Service Commission Rule 110.9.1, every applicant for an examination must possess and maintain the qualification required by law and by the examination announcement for the examination. Failure to obtain and maintain security clearance may be basis for termination from employment with the Port Commission.

TWIC CARD This position requires that the incumbent be qualified for unescorted access to the Port’s Maritime Transportation System (MTS). An application for a TWIC card may be submitted after employment has commenced. Employment in this position requires that the incumbent undergo a criminal history check, immigration check and terrorist threat assessment, including FBI fingerprints, in order to determine eligibility for security clearance. The incumbent must submit an application for, successfully acquire and maintain a TWIC card. Per Civil Service Rule 110.9.1, every applicant must possess and maintain the qualifications required by law and by the announcement for this examination. Failure to acquire or maintain a TWIC card, a requirement for this position, may be the basis for termination from employment with the Port Commission. Note: TWIC requirements and procedures are located in the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, 49 U.S.C. 114, 40113, and 49 U.S.C. 5103a.

Additional Information

SELECTION PROCEDURES 

After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following:

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE EVALUATION (WEIGHT: 100%) Candidates will be prompted to complete a supplemental questionnaire as part of the online employment application process. The Supplemental Questionnaire is designed to measure knowledge, skills, and/or abilities in job-related areas which have been identified as critical for this position. 

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE SENT NOTICES VIA EMAIL FOR COMPLETION PRIOR TO THE CREATION OF THE ELIGIBLE LIST.  EACH NOTICE WILL INCLUDE THE DATE BY WHICH RESPONSES MUST BE RECEIVED.  FAILURE TO COMPLETE THESE STEPS BY THE ESTABLISHED DEADLINES WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION.

ELIGIBLE LIST DURATION resulting from this examination process will be twelve (12) months.

THERE ARE TWO POSITIONS OPEN FOR THIS RECRUITMENT.

CERTIFICATION RULE: Rule of 7

SALARY RANGE: $63,466 to $77,142 annually

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, December 27, 2021

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING EMPLOYMENT WITH THE CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

• Information About The Hiring Process
• Position Based Testing Information
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview  
• Equal Employment Opportunity 
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Veterans Preference
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

Please contact Vitra Thai at (415) 274-0430, or by email at vitra.thai@sfport.com if you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:  All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.  For details on how it is applicable to your employment, please click here.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.