SECOND MATE

Seaward Services is currently seeking Second Mate candidates residing in the Norfolk VA area (within commuting distance).

Secret Security Clearance Required

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS 

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

•  Two primary responsibilities are vessel navigation and security
•  Assist Master by providing all relevant navigational information for the vessel to facilitate safe passage between ports
•  As Vessel Security Officer, implement Vessel Security Plan, promote security awareness, routinely review security vulnerability issues and provide subsequent recommendations for revisions to Vessel Security Plan
•  Designated GMDSS operator onboard

SECURITY CLEARANCE

SECRET security clearance required

REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION:  

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Acquire and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

U.S. COAST GUARD LICENSE/CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS

• 1600 G.T. Mate Oceans License issued by the U.S. Coast Guard • MMC/MMD Card: Endorsed with any unlicensed rating in the Deck Department, including Able Bodied Seaman • STCW 95 including BST and VPDSD • Global Marine Distress Safety System (GMDSS) • Radar Observer Unlimited/ARPA

WORKING CONDITIONS  

• Mental:  Ability to determine safe or unsafe conditions.  Process calculations occasionally.
• Physical: Ability to carry materials weighing upwards of 75 lbs.
• Use of Senses: Observe for safety. Vision correctible to 20/40. Full color vision, no night blindness.  Full range of all limbs
• Environmental:  Outside conditions, extreme temperatures.  Marine operation subject to varied wake and motion.

EEO/AAP

Required Skills Required Experience

• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimum supervision while performing a variety of complicated tasks related to software development.
• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.
• Exceptional organizational skills to prioritize work, with experience in project planning and coordination.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with internal customers, vendors, management and team members.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.