PNW Port Captain - Tacoma/Portland

About the Role Responsible for supervising and coordinating all phases of operations related to the division tugs and barges. Includes direct supervision of Deck Officers and Deckhands. Involved in selection, promotion and training, crewing, governmental and state regulatory and safety compliance standards, budget development & management, casualty investigations, vessel repair, coordination of vessel schedules and operations, and developing and executing operating standards designed to ensure regulatory compliance of personnel and vessels consistent with company policies. Supervision Directs and supervises all offshore marine employees. Interfaces with customers, marine & shoreside employees, vendors, pilots, and regulatory officials. Develops, implements and enforces policies and procedures. Responsible for hiring, crewing, promotions, personnel placement. Directs training as pertains to marine personnel. Supervises responsibilities and performance of vessel personnel. Audits vessel logs and approves overtime. Assists with utilization and scheduling of tugs and barges in fleet. Initiates appropriate corrective and/or disciplinary action. Supervises personnel involved in field projects including special shipments and salvage operations. Responsible for vessel compliance with the pro-forma schedule, communication of schedule to appropriate parties. Compliance Ensures compliance with company SOP's, regulatory, licensing, and training requirements. Investigates and reports the causes and effects of marine incidents. Ensures compliance of company safety policies, maintenance and training programs. Conducts regular inspections of tugs and barges to ensure compliance with company SMS Complies with company Preventative Maintenance Program. Complies with applicable Federal, State and Local regulations, including, but not limited to: USCG, EPA, ISM, ABS, OSHA and OSPR. Administrative Prepares budgets and manages vessel's supply and crew costs. Prepares Towing and/or Operations Plans for ISO compliance. Supervises vessel modifications, rigging and supply. Interprets and administers government regulations. Assists in negotiation and implementation of labor contracts. Effectively communicates regional goals and objectives. Provides direction and leadership to achieve company Core Values, Mission and Safety Vision. Processes employee evaluations in a timely manner. Directs, motivates and develops employees for maximum performance. Performs special duties and other projects as assigned. Adheres to all company policies. Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested. Supervisory and Leadership of Direct Staff Be a leader for "SpeakUp", including encouraging peers and staff to exhibit a safe and ethical culture. Responsible for all matters of employment including recruiting, training, development, promotion, discipline and termination. Understands and complies with Foss' Affimative Action Plan, EEO, Non-Discrimination, Harassment, and all other HR policies and procedures. Effectively communicates regional goals and objectives. Provides direction and leadership to achieve company Core Values, Mission and Safety Vision. Processes employee evaluations in a timely manner. Directs, motivates and develops employees for maximum performance. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Technical: Must have a strong maritime background with a thorough understanding of the day-to-day operations of vessels. Legal: Ability to interpret, administer and ensure compliance with government regulations related to vessel manning, construction, maintenance & repair, safety, training, navigation, work rules, emergency response, licensing and towing operations. Financial: Should understand at a minimum, basic cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes to effectively manage multiple budgets on a routine basis. Good organizational and planning skills are essential. Communications: Must possess strong written and oral communicative skills to draft business letters, develop reports, present oral presentations, create policies & procedures and write repair specifications. Customer Relations: Should have good interpersonal skills to work well with customers, peers, superiors, subordinates, competitors and the general public. Human Relations: Must be a team player but at the same time be willing to exercise authority when required. A coach-type management style is most effective. Personal Traits: Must be flexible and receptive to change, able to deviate from established routines on short notice, prioritize tasks, delegate effectively, be accurate, dedicated and loyal. Sensory: Must have reasonable sensory skills to maintain USCG license including color vision, depth perception, hand/eye coordination and hearing. Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with dispatchers and all levels and personalities, work under stress, provide supervision in emergency response, negotiate with unions, customers and vendors. Equipment: Telephones, calculators, computers, copiers, fax machines, radios, navigation equipment including radar, GPS and autopilot. IT Proficiency: Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other enterprise business platforms. Technical Expertise: Extensive knowledge of offshore towing operations, harbor ship assist work, twin screw and tractor tugs. Planning and Forecasting: Skills related to business trends, vessel management, and cost projections. Ethics: Demonstrate high ethical standards of honesty and integrity. Leadership: Ability to delegate and empower employees to achieve business goals and operational standards. Management Knowledge: Knowledge of business management principles and practices. Cost Control: Knowledge of repair and replacement costs. Labor Law: Knowledge of labor law, contract negotiation, and implementation of labor contracts. Deck Officer Direction: Ability to coordinate and provide functional direction to Deck Officers. Customer Service: Provide direction to CSR in scheduling crews. Asset Management: Coordinate efficient use of vessel and shoreside assets between geographic areas and activities. Cost Reporting: Assist in cost planning, reporting, and operational expenditures in the region. Familiarity: Gain intimate familiarity with company lines of business, reporting and monitoring of financial performance. Regulatory Understanding: Understand and interpret laws and regulations applied to maritime business. Agency Relations: Build and maintain effective working relationships with regulatory agencies including USCG, ABS, OSHA, OSPR and others. What We’re Looking For Bachelor's degree from a four‑year college or university, preference given to those from a maritime academy, is required or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have five years as a tugboat captain or shoreside management experience. Ocean towing is preferred. Must possess a valid USCG Masters License or Mates License at a minimum. Compensation Pay for this position will be between $119,962 to $179,943 annually based on experience. This position is eligible to participate in our annual incentive compensation plan (ICP). The target bonus will be 20% of base salary, subject to company and individual performance and per company policy. Benefits The benefit program includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. This position will accrue 15 days of vacation a year. Accrued vacation will be vested and available for use after successfully completing six (6) months of service. Life insurance equal to two times annual base salary. Accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Long term disability insurance. 401k program with a 4% match, vested immediately. Employee Assistance Program. Flexible Spending Accounts. Business travel assistance program. Other voluntary benefits are available for purchase via payroll deduction at group rates. Nine (9) paid holidays with two (2) additional floating holidays available after six (6) months of service. Full time employees will accrue ninety-six (96) hours of sick leave per year, up to a maximum of 1,040 hours. Bereavement Leave - three (3) paid days off for a death in the immediate family, or five (5) days off if travel greater than 500 miles is required. Tuition reimbursement. All other benefits as required by law. Drug Free Workplace Foss Maritime Company LLC is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. Equal Opportunity Employer Foss Maritime Company LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr fossmaritime