Organization:The Nature Conservancy
Location:Palmyra Atoll
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ABOUT US
The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact
around the world in more than 30 countries, all 50 United States, and your backyard. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Visit www.nature.org/aboutus to learn more.
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Nature Conservancy is a leading conservation organization working globally to protect ecologically important lands and waters for people and nature. Located 1,000 miles south of Hawai'i, Palmyra Atoll is one of the most spectacular marine wilderness areas on Earth. Palmyra is a 680-acre atoll with 480,000 acres of lagoons, coral reefs, and submerged lands and is a US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Refuge out to 12 miles and a Marine National Monument out to 50 miles. The Nature Conservancy owns Cooper Island, and manages the atoll in partnership with the USFWS.
Palmyra's research station supports scientific research by the world renowned research institutions making up the Palmyra Atoll Research Consortium (PARC) (see www.palmyra-research.org). Staff is hired on a seasonal basis for approximately 3 months at a time to run the research station and camp facilities. Board and lodging are provided while on-island.
The Chief of Marine Operations is responsible for all marine operations on Palmyra Atoll. Primary responsibilities include:
Safe navigation and operation of a 25' Dive Boat, a 24' rescue boat, and three16' skiffs;
Coordination and oversight of marine activities for and with all visitors, including but not limited to offshore and lagoon boating, SCUBA diving, and fishing trips;
Safely deploying and retrieving SCUBA divers during drift dives;
Management and supervision of other Marine Department staff and equipment;
Other duties assigned by the Field Station Manager and Palmyra Program Director.
This is a seasonal assignment with the opportunity to return for future assignments based on performance. Assignments require residence on Palmyra Atoll with no option of leaving until season is complete.
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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree and 3 years relevant work experience in the marine field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 720 days documented record of underway boating service on USCG Small Vessel Sea Service Form or similar documentation.
- Current Rescue Diver certification from a qualified organization (NAUI, PADI or equivalent) or trainings, certificates and skills that match or supersede rescue diver training, as determined by the Conservancy's Dive Safety Officer.
- Extensive knowledge of and ability to trouble shoot and conduct minor repairs on SCUBA gear and compressors.
- Extensive current experience operating vessels less than 40ft while safely deploying and retrieving SCUBA divers during drift dives.
- Current experience operating skiffs with outboard motors of up to 150hp.
- Basic First Aid and CPR certification.
- Experience operating VHF radios, Sounders, Compass and GPS Chartplotter.
- Experience maintaining diesel and gasoline engines, conducting preventative maintenance, and trouble-shooting and performing minor mechanical and electrical repairs while out on the water.
- Experience providing education or interpretation about marine resources to a lay audience.
- Experience using common software applications such as Word, Excel, Web browsers, etc.
- Experience performing physical work and ability to lift 50lbs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years experience in the marine field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 720 days documented record of underway boating service on USCG Small Vessel Sea Service Form or similar documentation. Minimum one year as a licensed USCG captain (25 ton or higher) preferred.
- Ability and willingness to apply science to decision-making and guide activities.
- Ability to communicate and work closely with scientists.
- Experience working with media and influential officials, especially governmental, to improve Conservancy programs' outcomes.
- Current Rescue Diver certification from a qualified organization (NAUI, PADI or equivalent) or must possess trainings, certificates and skills that match or supersede rescue diver training, as determined by the Dive Safety Officer.
- Extensive knowledge of SCUBA gear and compressors.
- Extensive current experience operating vessels less than 40ft while deploying and retrieving SCUBA divers during drift divers.
- Current experience operating skills with outboard motors of up to 150hp.
- Basic First Aid and CPR certification required, Wilderness First Aid Training preferred.
- STCW certification preferred.
- Knowledge of marine management principles and fish and marine mammal species of the Pacific.
- Sport fishing skills, including rigging, filleting, and processing fish.
- Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, land management and/or natural resource preservation.
- Experience operating VHF radios, Sounders, Compass and GPS Chartplotter.
- Experience trouble shooting and maintaining diesel and gasoline engines, conducting preventative maintenance and performing minor mechanical and electrical repairs.
- Knowledge of American Boat and Yacht Council standards.
- Factory certifications, marine trade education certification or ABYC certification in gasoline & diesel marine engines preferred.
- Experience providing education or interpretation about marine resources to a lay audience.
- Experience communicating with the public and/or media both in writing and verbally.
- Experience performing physical work.
- Ability to complete tasks independently and on time.
- Ability to manage time and diverse activities under deadlines while delivering quality results.
- Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g.; Word, Excel, Web browsers).
- Excellent communication skills via written, spoken and graphical means.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT
The CMO will work 6 days per week, in variable weather conditions (hot, humid, wet), at a remote location, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. These conditions:
- require considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain
- present frequent possibility of injury
- require long hours in isolated settings
- require living on Palmyra Atoll for approximately 3 months at a time with no option to leave
- require living and working with a small community of people 24/7
- require employees to be on call on 48 hour shifts to allow for 24 hour a day emergency coverage
- require employees to assist with community chores even on days off
BENEFITS
The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.
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HOW TO APPLY
http://unjobs.org/vacancies/1375851112633