ECO Magazine
Ocean Career: Oregon State University Director of Marine Operations
ECO Magazine, Corvallis, Oregon, United States, 97333
Ocean Career: Oregon State University 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 is currently seeking a Director of Marine Operations to join their growing team.Key Responsibilities
50%-Business Operations and LeadershipManages 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.Manages contracts, including 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.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.Develops universal user pathway 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 and chartering standards.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 ManagementParticipates in UNOLS committees and leadership.Maintains liaisons with Federal and State regulatory agencies.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 EnvironmentCreates and maintains an overarching OSU Marine Operations safety and security policy.Develops, implements, and maintains mandated plans for vessel operations.Ensures the university’s vessel fleet is operated at the highest possible safety standards.Works with colleges and Environmental Health and Safety to develop universal field safety guidelines and relevant trainings.What You Will NeedAdvanced Degree in technical field such as Engineering, Oceanography, Business, Management, or related field or equivalent combination of education and training.Demonstrated success in marine operations management in a complex scientific and technical organization.Extensive (5-7+ years) experience in a senior management role.Professional experience or certification in risk management planning, financial analysis, and capital planning.Experience in leading negotiations at various levels.Experience in conflict management.Expert skills to work collaboratively and act persuasively.Broad knowledge and awareness of science and scientific issues across the ocean sciences.Knowledge of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet (ARF) and University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS).Advanced knowledge of technical support of marine operations.Professional knowledge and experience with research small boat safety and pier management.Demonstrated sea-going experience on oceanographic research ships.Experience in the preparation and execution of federal grants in excess of $3M.Demonstrated experience with national oceanographic research programs.Demonstrated commitment to equity in a multicultural setting.Strong presentation, oral and written communication skills.Must be able to pass a Federal background check and be issued a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).Compensation:
Salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience.
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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 is currently seeking a Director of Marine Operations to join their growing team.Key Responsibilities
50%-Business Operations and LeadershipManages 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.Manages contracts, including 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.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.Develops universal user pathway 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 and chartering standards.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 ManagementParticipates in UNOLS committees and leadership.Maintains liaisons with Federal and State regulatory agencies.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 EnvironmentCreates and maintains an overarching OSU Marine Operations safety and security policy.Develops, implements, and maintains mandated plans for vessel operations.Ensures the university’s vessel fleet is operated at the highest possible safety standards.Works with colleges and Environmental Health and Safety to develop universal field safety guidelines and relevant trainings.What You Will NeedAdvanced Degree in technical field such as Engineering, Oceanography, Business, Management, or related field or equivalent combination of education and training.Demonstrated success in marine operations management in a complex scientific and technical organization.Extensive (5-7+ years) experience in a senior management role.Professional experience or certification in risk management planning, financial analysis, and capital planning.Experience in leading negotiations at various levels.Experience in conflict management.Expert skills to work collaboratively and act persuasively.Broad knowledge and awareness of science and scientific issues across the ocean sciences.Knowledge of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet (ARF) and University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS).Advanced knowledge of technical support of marine operations.Professional knowledge and experience with research small boat safety and pier management.Demonstrated sea-going experience on oceanographic research ships.Experience in the preparation and execution of federal grants in excess of $3M.Demonstrated experience with national oceanographic research programs.Demonstrated commitment to equity in a multicultural setting.Strong presentation, oral and written communication skills.Must be able to pass a Federal background check and be issued a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).Compensation:
Salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience.
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