Ship Second Assistant Engineer

About SUNY Maritime College:

SUNY Maritime College located on a 55-acre scenic waterfront property on the outskirts of New York City on the Throggs Neck peninsula where the East River meets Long Island Sound. The campus blends the best of two worlds: a comfortable college-town feel with the greatest city in the world. An impressive view of the sound extends toward the North Atlantic, yet only a few miles away are Yankee Stadium and midtown Manhattan. SUNY Maritime offers an array of employment opportunities stemming from entry level to professional positions which encourage growth and development among its employees.

Job Description:

• Perform all required Watchstanding, maintenance and repair of ship's systems as assigned by the Chief Engineer.
• Participate in weekend work program with cadets on a rotating basis.
• Available for emergency call back to vessel on a rotating basis or as needed to support vessel safety.
• Operate and maintain High Voltage Systems and associated control and automation systems
• Familiarity with Planned Maintenance Systems - Currently NSE
• Work within the framework of the Safety Management System (SMS) - Foster a culture of safety and accountability
• Participation on Summer Sea Term would be required for at least one half of the SST (Cruise A or Cruise B) with duties to include training and development of cadets onboard the ship during SST by a subject matter expert capable of mentoring 600 cadets. Watch standing, day work or instruction will be at the needs of the training program and the Chief Engineer.
• A direct advisor and mentor to engineering cadets in the engine license program.
• Advise the Indoctrination Program and works with Cadet IDO leadership to develop MUG engineering training programs during the academic semesters.
• Model appropriate character and strong ethics through disciplined behavior and professional appearance, as a representative of SUNY Maritime College. The position entails the daily shaping of the future leaders of global industries and the military, including those specializing in the Maritime profession, and the transportation and business sectors. As such this position requires the individual to maintain the highest standards of conduct and appearance, as well as actively leading and managing the development and maturation of the license cadets
• Support the cooperation between the ship, the regiment, academia and professional development programs
• When necessary, assist the TSES Engine Dept with the Dean of Admissions to recruit potential students including Open Houses and other events to showcase the College and in particular the engine training program on the ship

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or 10 years of Industry Experience that includes High Voltage or HV Propulsion
• Active minimum grade USCG issued 2 A/E's MMC with STCW endorsement and at least 5 years sailing experience
• Transportation Worker's Identification (TWIC) and passport for international travel.
• Current STCW compliant MMC Medical Certificate.
• Valid driver license free of major or repeated violations.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Demonstrate organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong desire to work in a student-oriented environment in higher education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Diesel Electric Propulsion with Variable Frequence Drives
• High Voltage Safety Training - NFPA70E or equivalent
• Master's Degree
• Military Experience
• Experience in education, state, or large city system.

Additional Information:

Classification/Salary Range: The Second Assistant Engineer is a UUP position. The anticipated salary range for the position is $125,000 to $135,000 annually, with an outstanding benefits package. For more information please see the UUP Benefits Summary. Review of applications to commence immediately and conclude when the position is filled.

Special Notes: This is a full-time calendar year (12 month) appointment UUP Position. Fair Labor Standard Acts (FLSA) Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously.

Budget Title: Ship's Officer

Local Title: Ship Second Assistant Engineer

Line number: 00420

SUNY Maritime College is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled/Affirmative Action employer, committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For our full non-discrimination statement, see: http://www.sunymaritime.edu/affirmative-action.

SUNY Maritime College is committed to maintaining a safe environment for its students, faculty, staff, volunteers and the general public that use our facilities. Therefore, in order to ensure the hiring of employees of the highest integrity and to maintain a safe campus community, SUNY Maritime College will conduct pre-employment background investigations on all individuals for whom employment is to be offered.

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Application Instructions:

Persons interested in the above position should apply online. Please submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• Statement addressing how past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion will advance Maritime's commitment to inclusive excellence
• Names and contact information of three professional references

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