Ferry Operations Manager

North Carolina Department of Transportation

Hatteras, North Carolina, United States
Base: $57,983 to $101,470; bonus/equity: not speci...
Onsite (7 days on/7 days off)
Strong leadership skills for team management
Experience with ferry vessel operations
Knowledge of uscg rules and regulations
The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a Ferry Operations Manager for its Hatteras location. The role involves overseeing ferry operations, ensuring safety compliance, and managing personnel and budgets to maintain efficient service for coastal communities

Job Summary

  • The role involves supervising all vessel and shore personnel to ensure smooth coordination between ferry operations and support facilities.
  • The position requires enforcing safety standards set by OSHA, the U.S. Coast Guard, and other federal agencies while managing operating budgets.
  • This is a shift work position located in Hatteras with a 7 days on/7 days off schedule and potential dormitory housing availability.

Matching Summary

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The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a Ferry Operations Manager for its Hatteras location. The role involves overseeing ferry operations, ensuring safety compliance, and managing personnel and budgets to maintain efficient service for coastal communities.

Salary

Base: $57,983 to $101,470; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Dormitory housing may be available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong leadership skills for team management
  • Experience with ferry vessel operations
  • Knowledge of USCG rules and regulations
  • Ability to plan and schedule crews
  • Budget analysis and fiscal sustainability skills

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for service and coastal community
  • Adaptability to seasonal traffic changes
  • Commitment to environmental sensitivity

Key Requirements

  • Valid Ordinary Seaman (OS) Certificate from USCG within 90 days
  • Possession of Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
  • Associate's degree plus four years office management experience OR High school diploma plus six years experience
  • Working knowledge of ferry vessel operation and maintenance

Work Rights

Must have TWIC credential; OS certificate required

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