The University of Southern MIssissippi
Deckhand - R/V Tommy Munro
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Deckhand - R/V Tommy Munro.
Position Details
Location
Gulf Coast Research Laboratory
703 East Beach Drive
Ocean Springs, Mississippi, 39564
United States
Division
GCRL Boat Operations
Position Type
Staff
Employment Status
Full Time
Grant Funded
No
Salary Range
12.31 - 13.98
Pay Grade
N03
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Preference given to local applicants that apply within the first two weeks.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Job Summary
Under the supervision and direction of the Vessel Captain, this position will perform deckhand duties onboard the R/V Tommy Munro, a 98-foot offshore oceanographic research vessel homeported in Biloxi, MS. Deckhands are responsible for operating and maintaining the vessel’s mechanical deck equipment, as well as the general maintenance, upkeep, and cleanliness of the vessel while at sea and in port.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent. Must be at least 18 years old. Valid Driver’s License.
First Aid, CPR/AED Certification, or ability to attain within first 3 months of employment.
Mississippi Boater Education Certification, or ability to attain within first 3 months of employment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
3-6 months of related experience working onboard vessels.
Welding experience.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.