Chief of Marine Operations, Palmyra Atoll

What We Can Achieve Together The staff and facilities on TNC’s Palmyra Preserve support scientific research by TNC, USFWS, and world‑renowned research institutions. Staff are hired seasonally for about 3 months to run operations, maintain facilities, and support visitor and research trips. Board and lodging are provided while on‑island. Overview Palmyra Atoll is one of the most spectacular wilderness areas on Earth, located 1,000 miles south of Hawai‘i. TNC’s Palmyra Preserve is within a USFWS Refuge and protected Marine National Monument, and the Preserve cares for this special place while developing innovations to improve ecosystem health and resilience. Responsibilities The Chief of Marine Operations executes all routine marine maintenance, oversees all marine operations, provides training, and assists with general facilities maintenance activities. We’re Looking For You We’re looking for an individual experienced in safe boating and diving operations with a strong maintenance background. Applicants must possess, or be able to obtain, a valid passport with an expiration date later than the term of employment, proof of a physical examination showing good health, and a current tetanus vaccination. What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s degree and 5 years relevant marine field experience, or equivalent combination. Current USCG Merchant Mariner Credential—Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel for master near coast, 720 sea time days. Current Rescue Diver certification from a qualified organization (NAUI, PADI, or equivalent) or comparable training. Certification for oxygen administration for SCUBA diving injuries. First Aid/CPR certification. Extensive experience operating vessels Experience maintaining diesel and gasoline engines, conducting preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and performing minor mechanical and electrical repairs out on the water. Experience troubleshooting and performing minor repairs on SCUBA gear and compressors. Experience operating skiffs and vessels with outboard motors up to 175 hp. Proficiency with MS Word and Excel for producing reports and maintaining inventories. Ability to perform physical work and lift 50 lb. Salary Information The starting pay for this position is $2,885.00 biweekly (gross). Returning Palmyra staff receive higher rates due to experience. Only applicants currently eligible to work in the United States will be considered. Applicants must confirm residency in a U.S. state or territory for tax withholding and workers' compensation reasons. All hires must verify identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. and complete the employment eligibility verification upon hire. Benefits TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8 % employer match, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and other life and work well‑being benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Nature Conservancy