Manager, Maritime Support Vessel (MSV) - Location: Norfolk, VA

Job Description Job Description U. S. Marine Management Position Description

A key player in the maritime industry, USMMI expertly manages a diverse fleet of ships. Our expertise implementing maritime contracts, makes us a pivotal force in global commerce and government operations, notably with the U.S. Military Sealift Command and the U.S. Maritime Administration’s Tanker Security Program (TSP).

As a Jones Act qualified company, we adhere to the highest U.S. shipping standards. USMMI also operate a variety of non-Jones Act qualified ships. Our specialized capabilities in ship design, project management, and conversion allow us to provide tailored and innovative solutions that address the dynamic needs of our clients with precision and efficiency.
Our Vision
To solve the worlds hardest maritime challenges for a better future

Our Mission
To provide excellence and reliability in all aspects of ship operations and management services; while affording our shipboard crews and shoreside colleagues a safe, secure, and rewarding work environment.

Disclaimer: - The purpose of this document is to provide a summary of the generic functions/tasks associated with this position. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible position responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the incumbent might differ from those outlined here and additional duties may be assigned at the manager’s discretion. The position description details as outlined below are also subject to change or reassigned at any time.

Business Title: Manager, Maritime Support Vessel (MSV)
Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes
Overtime Eligible: No
Supervisor: Director, Operations

Purpose/Summary :

The Manager, MSV is responsible for overseeing daily operations of the Maritime Support Vessel(s), including engineering and logistics support, regulatory compliance, safety, and budget. The Manager, MSV, will report to the Director, Operations. The Manager has budgetary/expense responsibility/approval for the program including ship maintenance, engineering, spare parts, repairs, and logistics costs.

The Manager, MSV, works from USMMI’s Norfolk VA office but will periodically travel to the ship and to meetings with the government and supporting contractors. Specific assignments may change periodically depending on the current needs of the company.
Key Responsibilities :

Responsible for day-to-day operations of MSV and MSV program performance metrics including safety, budget, operating costs, reliability, planning, regulatory and contract compliance.
Provide oversight for vessel Masters and Chief Engineers to ensure that missions/voyages are efficiently and safely performed in accordance with contract requirements.
Provide oversight for subordinate Port Captains/Port Coordinators and Port Engineers.
Oversee the planning and execution of maintenance, repairs, classification surveys, regulatory surveys, certifications and accreditations (USCG and USG), equipment upgrades and similar tasks.
Coordinate with the crewing department to facilitate crew selections, advancements, rotations, and disciplinary action when required.
Coordinate with the contracts department to ensure contract and FAR/DFAR compliance, develop consent requests, and work with the contracting officer to review contract modifications.
Act as the operations/maintenance/readiness point of contact with the customer/charterer.
Be an advocate for shipboard safety, the company safety culture and actively support timely attention to any safety issue.
Responsible for internal USMMI coordination of special projects, engineering and logistics matters to ensure contract or charter party compliance and customer satisfaction.
Review the vessel safety committee meeting minutes and oversee timely follow-up of issues identified.
Performs other position-related duties as specified by management.

Position Specifications :

Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree required (degree must be from an accredited institution).
5-10 years’ experience managing marine operation/technical personnel or
5-10 years’ experience in ship operations, repair and maintenance or
5-10 years’ experience with flag state, port state, and class society requirements.
Ability to travel extensively both domestically and internationally and to support assigned fleet.
Experience as a Captain or OIC of a naval auxiliary vessel preferred
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance from the Defense Security Service (DSS ).
Experience with maritime maintenance management applications and program management applications is required. Experience with Nautical Systems (NS) is desirable.
Supervisory experience required with demonstrated ability to lead and direct teams with differing backgrounds and skill sets.
Random drug testing required.
Technical Skills and Competencies Required Technical Skills and Competencies Desired
Advanced degree in Engineering, Marine Transportation or Business.
Experience operating U.S. Navy or U.S. Coast Guard aviation capable ships.
Ability to communicate effectively in variety of forums, internal and external.
Superior writing and documentation skills.
Advanced communication, negotiation, conflict resolution capabilities.
Must possess a working knowledge of key business financial measurements (ROI, NPV, RONA, etc.).
A decisive individual who possesses a "big picture" perspective and is well versed in systems.
Rely on considerable experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Good relationship building/interpersonal and influencing skills - ability to work with diverse groups and gain groups consensus.
Good working knowledge of MS Office Products (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Planner, Teams) and the ability to quickly grasp and work with new systems.
Strong tactical planning skills
Learning Description:
ISM / ISO Certifications – Trends & Requirements
USCG/IMO/IACS Regulatory requirements and trends
Networking and Collaboration
Analysis and Problem Solving
Influencing, conflict resolution and Negotiation
Team management
Change Management
Performance Assessment

Travel Requirements:
Extensive travel (including foreign travel and travel in cars, boats, ships, helicopters, and airplanes) will be required to attend to shipyard maintenance, to ride vessel or visit vessel for quality assurance and general management of vessel and crews, and on short notice for casualties, to conduct investigations and to protect the company’s reputation, as is required by the contract specifications, or as directed by management.
Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

General office setting , typically the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work, usually at a computer terminal with short breaks or lunch period. However, there may be some bending/stooping, reaching above shoulder level, walking; standing; carrying of light items such as papers, books, or packages of up to 25 pounds. You should be able to hear & speak clearly using phone / headset to communicate with customers; be able to navigate, view & enter information on the computer.

Operations Setting: typically, the employee must be able to Sit, Stand, Walk, Bend, Push/Pull, Kneel, Squat, Reaching and Twisting. Also need the ability to consistently be able to lift 10lb – 100lb utilizing Folding Hand Truck & Dolly, Rolling Utility Carts or Single Hand Trucks (70 – 100%) of time