Director of Marine Operations at Oregon State University in newport, Oregon

Job Description:

The Hatfield Marine Science Center is seeking a Director of Marine Operations. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month professional faculty position located in Newport, Oregon. Under the leadership of the Director of Marine Operations, the Office of Marine Operations provides centralized, coordinated, and facilitated oversight of Oregon State University (OSU) owned and operated ships, mid-sized vessels, marine technician services, scientific boating, and scientific diving programs, including marine-related field and vessel operations safety policy, training, guidelines for chartering non-OSU vessels, vessel acquisition, and maintaining a full inventory of vessels and related equipment. The office of Marine Operations includes centralized support of scheduling, billing, communication, operation, researcher coordination, regulatory compliance, and maintenance, repair, and enhancement of the oceanographic research vessels and shore-side facilities.

Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience. Apply for this job online with OSU HR. A detailed description of the position and application is available at OSU HR Jobs, position number P08133UF. The closing date for this position is July 18, 2024.

This position requires the following:

• An Advanced Degree in a technical field such as Engineering, Oceanography, Business, Management, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and training in a relevant professional industry or military service role.
• Demonstrated success in marine operations management in a complex scientific and technical organization.
• Extensive (5-7+ years) experience in a senior management role, preferably within a public institution or university.
• Professional experience or professional certification in two of the following areas: risk management planning, financial analysis, and capital planning.
• Experience in leading negotiations at university, state, national and international levels.
• Experience in conflict management.
• Expert skills to work collaboratively and act persuasively in sensitive situations.
• Possess broad knowledge and awareness of science and scientific issues across the ocean sciences.
• Knowledge of the organization and operation of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet (ARF) and University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS).
• Advanced knowledge of technical support of marine operations and their critical application in science mission objectives.
• Professional knowledge and experience with research small boat safety, pier management, and complexities of research diving programs.
• Demonstrated sea-going experience on oceanographic research ships.
• Experience in the preparation and execution of technical contracts and/or proposals for federal grants in excess of $3M.
• Demonstrated experience with national oceanographic research programs being underwritten by Federal agencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity in a multicultural setting and to advancing the participation of diverse groups and supporting diverse perspectives.
• Strong presentation, oral and written communication skills with the ability to articulate and present complex issues to non-technical audiences.
• Must be able to pass a Federal background check and be issued a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC)

This position is designated as critical or security-sensitive; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions, and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. Additional qualifications we would like:

• Ph.D. in a technical field such as Engineering, Oceanography, Business, Management, or a related field.
• Experience with scientific or technical leadership at sea.
• Experience working on research vessels and with small boats, scientific diving programs engaged in research activities.
• Experience managing a technical staff.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the various requirements of applicable regulatory bodies concerned with research vessel operations.
• Knowledge of International Safety Management.
• Experience in the management of Federal Cooperative Agreements and Grants.
• Experience with Vessel Computer-based Maintenance Management Systems (i.e. NS5)
• Familiarity with small-boat operation and Scientific Boating Safety Association (SBSA) standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with scientific diving operations in accordance with American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) standards.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Knowledge of university priorities in student engagement and experiential learning
• Proficiency in a variety of software applications, with demonstrated skills in Microsoft suites.

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