Captain

Come join our Seldovia Bay Ferry team! This position is located in Seldovia, Alaska.

Ferry Season/Work Schedule: This position is contracted for the entire season, including season prep and season close out weeks occurring before and after the passenger season. Only applicants who can work for the entire season will be considered. Exact dates for 2026 will be determined. In general, our season is typically from Memorial Weekend through mid-September. Our ferry runs between Homer and Seldovia, Alaska.

Position Overview : The Captain of the M/V Kachemak Voyager is responsible for the safety and well-being of both the crew and passengers, and the safe and efficient operation and management of the vessel. The captain is the ultimate authority on the vessel, commanding respect and attention from all crew and passengers at all times. The Captain is responsible for operating in accordance with US Coast Guard Regulations, Rules of the Road, and applicable laws.

Salary Range: TBD, depending on experience

Type of Employment: In-person, not a remote position

What You'll Do:

• Administration duties include:
  • • Ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local safety regulations with special regard to the US Coast Guard.
    • Participation in personnel hiring process with interviews and selection of crew members in conjunction with SVT management team.
    • Planning and implementing maintenance work
    • Research and purchase of maintenance supplies
    • Regular and timely communication with Seldovia Bay Ferry Manager
    • Complete routine reports

• Duties on the Vessel include:
  • • Safe operation of the vessel
    • Decision making in all aspects of the operation
    • Training and orienting crew in all aspects of vessel operations including safety, public relations, customer service, and the communities we serve.
    • Familiarity with the Bridge’s navigational equipment, engine alarms/indicators, controls, gauges, and communication procedures
    • Engineering familiarity to include main and auxiliary machinery, steering systems, refueling techniques, and emergency procedures
    • Vessel assistance to include search and rescue techniques, towing, and superior ship handling skills
    • Conduct and log safety drills to ensure crew proficiency in all Station Bill Duties
    • Managing the crew in such as way as to create a strong, professional, cohesive team.
    • Operate to maintain positive relationships among Seldovia Bay Ferry, harbor masters, and other vessels.
    • Prompt written and verbal incident reports to the Seldovia Bay Ferry Manager
    • Perform vessel maintenance such as fuel filter changes, adding oil and coolant, changing zincs, cleaning out sea chests minor sanding or painting.
    • Regular inspection of vessel for any safety or environmental deficiencies and immediate reporting of any findings to Seldovia Bay Ferry Manager
    • Familiarity with the Bridge’s navigational equipment, engine alarms/indicators, controls, gauges, and communication procedures 
    • Other duties as assigned

What You'll Need:

• USCG 100-Ton inland Master’s License
• TWIC Card
• Must submit to and pass all alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the USCG including but not limited to pre-employment, random, and post-accident/incident testing.
• Completion of Positions qualification - Captain
• CPR/First Aid- renewals offered at no cost by Seldovia Village Tribe
• General knowledge of COLREGS and Inland Rules of the Road
• A strong understanding of Seldovia Village Tribe’s mission, vision, and core values
• Must be able to conduct crowd control measures and casualty control measures
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Reliability and trustworthiness
• Must be able to perform basic arithmetic
• Must be familiar with characteristics unique to each dock/port, vessel, and conditions routinely encountered (i.e. fog, fishing areas, driftwood, etc.)
• Tourism and/or customer service experience a plus
  

What You'll Get:

• Shared housing in Seldovia, AK is provided for the individual.

About Us: Seldovia Bay Ferry is owned and operated by Seldovia Village Tribe (SVT). SVT is a federally recognized Tribe that serves everyone - both Native and non-Native - in the communities of the South Kenai Peninsula, from Seldovia and beyond, including Homer and Anchor Point.