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Ocean Career: OSU Hatfield Marine Science Center Director of Marine Operations
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Ocean Career: OSU Hatfield Marine Science Center Director of Marine Operations
Oregon State University (OSU) is a world-class marine research and education institution with marine-related programs and facilities spread across six colleges and two campuses (Corvallis and Newport). OSU’s Hatfield Marine Science Center is looking to hire a Director of Marine Operations.Key Responsibilities
50%-Business Operations and Leadership:Manages the complex operation and activities of Marine Operations across OSU. Establishes the strategic direction and ensures the success of the Marine Operations organization by coordinating the development of goals and objectives that are consistent with and supportive of the mission of the university. Ensures prioritization, responsible management, and use of resources, including the oversight of all marine operations-related budgets. Oversees, authors, and approves preparation of proposals and administration of grants and other sources of funding for: the operations, maintenance, and replacement of OSU research vessels, the NSF West Coast Van Pool, marine technician program, scientific diving, scientific boating, and shore support facilities. Investigates and implements new areas of cooperation with NSF, NOAA, ONR, and other agencies, including facilitating use of ARF and charter vessels on behalf of OSU personnel and research programs such as NSF’s Ocean Observatories Initiative. Manages contracts, included but not limited to, naval architects and ship design firms for contracts related to OSU Marine Operations.Develops and continually refines strategic plans, operations, and staffing roles and responsibilities with an explicit focus on effective and efficient use of resources.Builds positive, productive, and collaborative relationships with OSU’s research community of users, partner agencies, funding agencies, and partner universities.Approves budgets; supports management team with setting funding priorities.Serves as PI, or CO-PI on federal grants and cooperative agreements.Reviews and approves marketing plans.Interfaces with relevant Advisory Boards.Provides leadership and insight to UNOLS committees and research vessel operators committee.Coordinates with HMSC Facilities and Operations for building maintenance, access control, and campus logistics.Identifies and prioritizes infrastructure needs and fundraising or grant opportunities to meet strategic goals and programmatic needs.Develops universal user pathway (roadmap) for all newly centralized Marine Operations facilities and services.Works in collaborative membership with Research Support network to provide service and access to researchers.Participates and coordinates the development of risk policies, chartering standards, and plans timelines for vessel and support facility improvements or replacements.Serves as top-level supervisor for all Marine Operations employees. Exercises hiring, performance, and disciplinary authority over direct reports. Provides leadership, supervision, and direction for assigned staff.15%-Stakeholder Management:Participates in UNOLS committees and leadership. Maintains liaisons with Federal and State regulatory agencies, keeping up to date on regulations and laws affecting marine operations. Sits on Yaquina Bay user group, HARBOR (Hatfield and Regional Boating Organization). Oversees the development and publishing of cruise planning manual and other related policies/procedures for vessel and shore operations.15%-Health, Safety, and Environment:Creates and maintains an overarching OSU Marine Operations safety and security policy. Develops, implements, and maintains mandated plans for vessel operations including the International Maritime Organization (IMO) mandated International Safety Management (ISM) plan, Oil Spill Response Plans, and other plans required by international and US regulations. Ensures the university’s vessel fleet is operated at the highest possible safety standards and in accordance with appropriate U.S. Coast Guard, Loadline, and vessel State Registration regulations at all times. Works with colleges and Environmental Health and Safety to develop universal field safety guidelines and relevant trainings including the prevention of harassment and discrimination.Establishes and maintains vessel chartering guidelines.Maintains risk and safety policy/services related to OSU marine operations.Oversees policies and operations ensuring security of all OSU vessel operations.What You Will Need
Advanced Degree in technical field such as Engineering, Oceanography, Business, Management, or related field or equivalent combination of education and training in a relevant professional industry or military service role.Demonstrated success in marine operations management in a complex scientific and technical organization.Extensive (5-7+ years) experience in a senior management role, preferably within a public institution or university.Professional experience or professional certification in two of the following areas: risk management planning, financial analysis, and capital planning.Experience in leading negotiations at university, state, national, and international levels.Experience in conflict management.Expert skills to work collaboratively and act persuasively in sensitive situations.Possess broad knowledge and awareness of science and scientific issues across the ocean sciences.Knowledge of the organization and operation of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet (ARF) and University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS).Advanced knowledge of technical support of marine operations and their critical application in science mission objectives.Professional knowledge and experience with research small boat safety, pier management, and complexities of research diving programs.Demonstrated sea-going experience on oceanographic research ships.Experience in the preparation and execution of technical contracts and/or proposals for federal grants in excess of $3M.Demonstrated experience with national oceanographic research programs being underwritten by Federal agencies.Demonstrated commitment to equity in a multicultural setting and to advancing the participation of diverse groups and supporting diverse perspectives.Strong presentation, oral, and written communication skills with ability to articulate and present complex issues to non-technical audiences.Must be able to pass a Federal background check and be issued a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).What We Would Like You to Have
Ph.D. in technical field such as Engineering, Oceanography, Business, Management, or related field.Experience with scientific or technical leadership at sea.Experience working on research vessels, and with small boats, scientific diving programs engaged in research activities.Experience managing a technical staff.Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the various requirements of applicable regulatory bodies concerned with research vessel operations.Knowledge of International Safety Management.Experience in the management of Federal Cooperative Agreements and Grants.Experience with Vessel Computer-based Maintenance Management Systems (i.e. NS5).Familiarity with small-boat operation and Scientific Boating Safety Association (SBSA) standards.Demonstrated knowledge and experience with scientific diving operations in accordance with American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) standards.CPR and First Aid certification.Knowledge of university priorities in student engagement and experiential learning.Proficiency in a variety of software applications, with demonstrated skills in Microsoft suites.
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Oregon State University (OSU) is a world-class marine research and education institution with marine-related programs and facilities spread across six colleges and two campuses (Corvallis and Newport). OSU’s Hatfield Marine Science Center is looking to hire a Director of Marine Operations.Key Responsibilities
50%-Business Operations and Leadership:Manages the complex operation and activities of Marine Operations across OSU. Establishes the strategic direction and ensures the success of the Marine Operations organization by coordinating the development of goals and objectives that are consistent with and supportive of the mission of the university. Ensures prioritization, responsible management, and use of resources, including the oversight of all marine operations-related budgets. Oversees, authors, and approves preparation of proposals and administration of grants and other sources of funding for: the operations, maintenance, and replacement of OSU research vessels, the NSF West Coast Van Pool, marine technician program, scientific diving, scientific boating, and shore support facilities. Investigates and implements new areas of cooperation with NSF, NOAA, ONR, and other agencies, including facilitating use of ARF and charter vessels on behalf of OSU personnel and research programs such as NSF’s Ocean Observatories Initiative. Manages contracts, included but not limited to, naval architects and ship design firms for contracts related to OSU Marine Operations.Develops and continually refines strategic plans, operations, and staffing roles and responsibilities with an explicit focus on effective and efficient use of resources.Builds positive, productive, and collaborative relationships with OSU’s research community of users, partner agencies, funding agencies, and partner universities.Approves budgets; supports management team with setting funding priorities.Serves as PI, or CO-PI on federal grants and cooperative agreements.Reviews and approves marketing plans.Interfaces with relevant Advisory Boards.Provides leadership and insight to UNOLS committees and research vessel operators committee.Coordinates with HMSC Facilities and Operations for building maintenance, access control, and campus logistics.Identifies and prioritizes infrastructure needs and fundraising or grant opportunities to meet strategic goals and programmatic needs.Develops universal user pathway (roadmap) for all newly centralized Marine Operations facilities and services.Works in collaborative membership with Research Support network to provide service and access to researchers.Participates and coordinates the development of risk policies, chartering standards, and plans timelines for vessel and support facility improvements or replacements.Serves as top-level supervisor for all Marine Operations employees. Exercises hiring, performance, and disciplinary authority over direct reports. Provides leadership, supervision, and direction for assigned staff.15%-Stakeholder Management:Participates in UNOLS committees and leadership. Maintains liaisons with Federal and State regulatory agencies, keeping up to date on regulations and laws affecting marine operations. Sits on Yaquina Bay user group, HARBOR (Hatfield and Regional Boating Organization). Oversees the development and publishing of cruise planning manual and other related policies/procedures for vessel and shore operations.15%-Health, Safety, and Environment:Creates and maintains an overarching OSU Marine Operations safety and security policy. Develops, implements, and maintains mandated plans for vessel operations including the International Maritime Organization (IMO) mandated International Safety Management (ISM) plan, Oil Spill Response Plans, and other plans required by international and US regulations. Ensures the university’s vessel fleet is operated at the highest possible safety standards and in accordance with appropriate U.S. Coast Guard, Loadline, and vessel State Registration regulations at all times. Works with colleges and Environmental Health and Safety to develop universal field safety guidelines and relevant trainings including the prevention of harassment and discrimination.Establishes and maintains vessel chartering guidelines.Maintains risk and safety policy/services related to OSU marine operations.Oversees policies and operations ensuring security of all OSU vessel operations.What You Will Need
Advanced Degree in technical field such as Engineering, Oceanography, Business, Management, or related field or equivalent combination of education and training in a relevant professional industry or military service role.Demonstrated success in marine operations management in a complex scientific and technical organization.Extensive (5-7+ years) experience in a senior management role, preferably within a public institution or university.Professional experience or professional certification in two of the following areas: risk management planning, financial analysis, and capital planning.Experience in leading negotiations at university, state, national, and international levels.Experience in conflict management.Expert skills to work collaboratively and act persuasively in sensitive situations.Possess broad knowledge and awareness of science and scientific issues across the ocean sciences.Knowledge of the organization and operation of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet (ARF) and University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS).Advanced knowledge of technical support of marine operations and their critical application in science mission objectives.Professional knowledge and experience with research small boat safety, pier management, and complexities of research diving programs.Demonstrated sea-going experience on oceanographic research ships.Experience in the preparation and execution of technical contracts and/or proposals for federal grants in excess of $3M.Demonstrated experience with national oceanographic research programs being underwritten by Federal agencies.Demonstrated commitment to equity in a multicultural setting and to advancing the participation of diverse groups and supporting diverse perspectives.Strong presentation, oral, and written communication skills with ability to articulate and present complex issues to non-technical audiences.Must be able to pass a Federal background check and be issued a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).What We Would Like You to Have
Ph.D. in technical field such as Engineering, Oceanography, Business, Management, or related field.Experience with scientific or technical leadership at sea.Experience working on research vessels, and with small boats, scientific diving programs engaged in research activities.Experience managing a technical staff.Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the various requirements of applicable regulatory bodies concerned with research vessel operations.Knowledge of International Safety Management.Experience in the management of Federal Cooperative Agreements and Grants.Experience with Vessel Computer-based Maintenance Management Systems (i.e. NS5).Familiarity with small-boat operation and Scientific Boating Safety Association (SBSA) standards.Demonstrated knowledge and experience with scientific diving operations in accordance with American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) standards.CPR and First Aid certification.Knowledge of university priorities in student engagement and experiential learning.Proficiency in a variety of software applications, with demonstrated skills in Microsoft suites.
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