What are the responsibilities and job description for the Second Mate, Training Ship Patriot State II (Staff Associate) position at Massachusetts Maritime Academy?
Posting
September 2026
Start Date
ASAP
Division
Academic Affairs
Union Affiliation
Association of Professional Administrators (APA)
Position Number
FY27-09
Supervision Received
Reports to the Chief Mate
Supervision Exercised
Supervises personnel in areas of responsibility
General Responsibilities
- Serves as the primary Navigation Officer onboard, which include responsibilities for vessel movement, message traffic, maneuvering and port planning.
- Support maintenance and reporting related to the safety management system.
- Supervise, train and coordinate deck operations and assist with the pilotage, navigation and safety of the vessel.
- Ensure all bridge watches complete standard navigation day work, including clock synchronization, weather recording and ship’s log maintenance.
- Effectively use the shipboard navigation software including Electronic Display, Global Marine Distress Signaling System, (GMDSS)
- Participate in all movements of the training ship, such as transits to shipyards, sea trials and sea terms.
- Instruct cadets in Vessel Familiarization.
- All selected candidates must comply with Mass. Maritime Academy military customs, uniforms and ranks and participate in random drug screening.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in recognized academic discipline.
- Hold valid USCG License as Second Mate Oceans Unlimited with STCW endorsements
- Two (2) years sea experience as Second Mate on ocean going vessels or training vessels of approximate size or larger than the training vessel.
- Exhibit excellent computer, oral and written communication skills.
- Experience with computerized maintenance management systems.
- Understand the unique mission of the university as a maritime academy.
Preferred Qualifications
- Hold valid USCG License – Chief Mate Unlimited with STCW endorsements
- Knowledge or experience in higher education
Salary
$95,000 to $100,000, based on education, qualifications and experience.
How to Apply
Please submit the following documents: cover letter, resume, MMA application, and contact information of five (5) professional references. The MMA application is located on the employment opportunities under Human Resources on the MMA website: www.maritime.edu. Application materials may be saved, attached, and sent electronically to hr@maritime.edu. Alternatively, submit application materials by USPS to: Human Resources Department, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 101 Academy Drive, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532. Finalist must complete background check, physical, and pre-employment drug testing.
Massachusetts Maritime Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $95,000 - $100,000