Marine Engineer (Assistant/Associate) Professor

This is a Full-Time Faculty Tenure-Track appointment in the Excepted Service, with an initial term not-to exceed two years. Reappointments to additional one- or two-year terms are possible. If Tenure is achieved (after four to six years), employment will be made permanent, provided a satisfactory performance appraisal is received annually.

Qualifications:

To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the education, licensing and specialized experience requirements.

To qualify for a Marine Engineer (Assistant/Associate Professor) you must possess:

• At least 1 academic year (5 years for Associate Professor) full time or equivalent experience teaching at a college or university in Marine or Mechanical Engineering or a related field. OR
• Sea service as a licensed engineer officer, relevant shipyard planning production, scheduling or business operation experience ashore, or power-plant operator related experience may be substituted for teaching experience on a one-for-one basis.

Assistant Professor: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Marine or Mechanical Engineering or a related field, including, but not limited to naval architecture, naval engineering, ocean engineering, electrical engineering or nuclear engineering.
Associate Professor: Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Marine or Mechanical Engineering or a related field, including, but not limited to naval architecture, naval engineering, ocean engineering, electrical engineering or nuclear engineering.
Licensure Requirement: Applicants must possess a current (not expired) U.S. Coast Guard License (or equivalent credential) valid for service on United States Flag Commercial Ships as a 2nd Assistant Engineer, Unlimited Horsepower. A valid Certificate under the provisions of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, as currently amended, is preferred.
License Substitution: Possession of a valid Professional Engineer’s license in Marine or Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, experience as a shipyard superintendent or project manager or shipping company (including US Navy) Port Engineer. Service in the U.S. Navy as an Engineering Duty officer (designator 144X), qualified as a U.S. Coast Guard Naval Engineer or Marine Inspector, or possession of a Master’s Degree (for Assistant Professor) in Marine or Mechanical Engineering or a related field may be considered as an equivalent qualification to a current U.S. Coast Guard License on a case-by-case basis.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

• Accountability - Hold self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for mistakes. Comply with established control systems and rules.
• Computer Skills - Use computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
• Customer Service - Work with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
• Developing Others - Develop the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing ongoing feedback and by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods.
• Education and Training - Knowledge of teaching, training, research, making presentations, lecturing, testing, and other instructional methods.

For all types of consideration, experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).  Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.  You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

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All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Responsibilities:

PLEASE NOTE: This announcement establishes an open continuous (12 month) vacancy announcement. Given our continuing need for top professionals in this field, we will review applications after the first 30 days of the vacancy opening for early consideration. Then after, applications will be reviewed on an as needed basis.

As a Marine Engineer (Assistant/Associate), you will:

• Be responsible for developing and conducting educational courses and programs within the Department of Marine Engineering at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy.
• Be responsible for academic counseling of midshipmen, actively pursue professional development, and assuming a share of the departmental and institutional service activities.

The ideal candidate for this position is highly motivated and experienced professional who possesses a Master's Degree and a valid (current) 2nd Assistant Engineer's U.S. Coast Guard License, or higher, who is interested in educating the next generation of Marine Engineers for the U.S. Maritime Industry.

Salary : $84,896