Master

What you would do

• Supervise all vessel masters in the Wilmington District as Port Captain
• Schedule crews on floating plant to limit vessel downtime and overtime
• Coordinate shipyard work and schedules, with periodic inspections
• Compile yearly recommendations for vessel budgets, repairs, and overhauls
• Review dredge reports and propose ways to work more efficiently

Do you qualify for XH-16?

With experience: You must show you can do a Master's work without more than normal supervision. Show working knowledge of the deck department, the engine room, personnel practices, and technical specifications for the trade. The flyer does not state a number of years or a grade level.

With education: This job has no education requirement. Education cannot replace experience for this position.

Licenses and certifications you need:

• U.S. Coast Guard Master of Steam or Motor Vessels license, 1600 gross register tons or higher, Near Coastal Waters endorsement
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), must possess and maintain
• STCW certification from the U.S. Coast Guard (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers), must possess and maintain

How to apply well

What to send:

• Resume of two pages or less showing employer, job title, start and end dates by month and year, and hours per week
• Copy of your U.S. Coast Guard Master license
• Copy of your TWIC
• Copy of your STCW certification
• Proof of U.S. citizenship
• Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration, if applicable
• Optional cover letter

How you will be rated: Human Resources reviews your resume and supporting documents against the listed qualifications, and eligible applicants go to the hiring manager. The selecting official may interview applicants. You may lose consideration if the agency finds you have inflated your qualifications or experience, and errors or omissions can affect your eligibility.

Tips for this job:

• Your resume must be two pages or less and list hours per week for each job, or it may be marked incomplete.
• Include copies of your Coast Guard license, TWIC, and STCW certification with your packet, or you will be rated ineligible.
• Use plain language and avoid acronyms on your resume, since the agency will not assume what you mean.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time. Vessel tours vary, such as 7 days on and 7 off at 12 hours per day, 8 days on and 6 off at 10 hours per day, 4 days on and 3 off at 10 hours per day, or 14 days on and 14 off. Work at the District Office follows District Office policy. Travel of up to 95 percent temporary duty may be expected.

Incentives and relocation: Relocation expenses may be reimbursed, subject to budget and agency policy. Permanent Change of Station costs are not authorized. Incentives such as superior qualification pay for a higher step, student loan repayment, and credit for non-government or military work may be authorized.

Conditions of employment:

• Background investigation; a suitability or fitness determination may apply
• Supervisory probationary period may be required
• Sign DA Form 7412 and take drug and alcohol testing (safety-sensitive position)
• Pre-employment and periodic physical; must be able to lift 45 pounds
• Living aboard vessels is required, except for assignment to the Currituck or Murden
• Vessel tours vary, such as 7 days on and 7 off, or 14 days on and 14 off
• Male applicants born after 1959 must complete Selective Service registration statement
• Proof of U.S. citizenship required
• 1-year probationary period
• Direct deposit of pay required
• Selection may be restricted by the Department of Defense displaced employee referral system

Job details

Salary

$50.00 – $58.00 per hour

Pay scale and grade

XH-16 · XH

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina

Appointment

Permanent

Work schedule

Full-time

Service

Competitive

Openings

1

Security clearance

Other

Travel

76% or greater

Drug test

Not required

Supervisory

Yes

Occupation

Ship Operating (5782)

Announcement

CEDB-27-13105625-DHA-F