Boat Captain

School Boat Captain

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Salary: Daily rate

Terms of Employment: 180 days

Job Summary:

Qualifications:

Certifications: US Coast Guard Master's license or equivalent

Experience: Minimum of five years previous experience in boat operation and supervision, preferably in a school or youth program setting

Be able to pass a drug screen

Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills; ability to work with students of varying ages

Knowledge: Familiarity with local waterways, boating regulations, and safety protocols

Other responsibilities may include:

• Dock and undock the vessel
• Stand watch on the vessel
• Inspect the vessel for safety and efficiency
• Maintain the boat's systems, such as engines, winches, and fire extinguishers
• Assist with maritime rescue operations
• Report violations of pilotage laws
• Perform marine duties, such as checking for pollutants

Essential Duties:

Vessel Operation: Safely operate school boats for educational outings, regattas, and extracurricular activities

Safety Management: Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, including conducting safety briefings, maintaining life-saving equipment, and ensuring the crew and passengers wear life jackets

Navigation: Plan and execute navigation routes, accounting for weather conditions and tides

Crew Supervision: Train and supervise student crew members, promoting teamwork and skill development

Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance and cleanliness of the vessels, performing routine checks and coordinating repairs as needed

Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for parents, school administration, and regulatory bodies regarding boating activities

Emergency Preparedness: Develop and implement emergency procedures, ensuring all crew and participants are familiar with them

Event Coordination: Assist in organizing events and competitions, including scheduling and logistics

Performs additional related duties as required by the supervisor

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment: Typically outdoors, in varying weather conditions; may require physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy equipment

Pay Scale: Daily Rate

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator or supervisor. Georgetown County School District reserves the right to update, revise or change this job description and related duties at any time without prior notice. The deadline is for the convenience of the District. GCSD reserves the right at any time to extend the deadline date without notice and without final consideration of any pending applications. 10/2024