Ferry Captain

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $36 / hour

Start Date : ASAP

Who are we?

Cathleen Stone Island Outward Bound School is a National and State Park located in the heart of the Boston Harbor Islands, With a 200-year legacy of serving children in Boston and a 48-year partnership with the Boston Public Schools (BPS), the Island is a beacon for experiential education, empowering young people through hands-on learning and skill building and outdoor adventure and exploration. We are a proud member of the network of 11 Outward Bound schools in the U.S., with a shared mission to change lives through challenge and discovery.

Education is at the forefront of our work. Funded by a combination of philanthropy and a robust private events business, our outdoor educational programs are offered at no cost to families.

What is our mission and how do we achieve it?

CSIOBSs core mission is to build stronger, more equitable school communities by delivering free experiential learning programs that boost academic success and foster personal growth. Our research-based programs blend STEM, social-emotional, and challenge-based learning, giving students a unique opportunity to build life skills alongside academic ones.

Whom do we serve (students, clients, customers)

We offer programs for Boston Public School middle school and high school students, fee-for-service programs for school and youth groups, and leadership development programs for professionals. We also fund our transformational programs by hosting private and corporate events and weddings.

What is the OPPORTUNITY?

The Ferry Captain is responsible for the safe transportation of all island visitors to and from Cathleen Stone Island on our 65 passenger ferry. In addition, the Ferry Captain may be responsible for operating a smaller vessel to support the Programs Department in student course evacuations. The Ferry Captain reports to the Director of Operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as Master of a 65 USCG inspected passenger vessel

Operates a variety of small, uninspected passenger vessels and work boats

Performs minor maintenance tasks as outlined in our Planned Maintenance Program

Occasional overnights may be required

Responsible for the safe navigation of all CSIOBS owned vessels

Responsible for the safe embarkation / disembarkation of passengers

Responsible for managing all vessel crew (typically consisting of one deckhand)

ACCOUNTABILITITES

Vessel crew directly reports to the Captain on duty

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of 5 years working onboard a vessels

Minimum of 3 years as Master of a vessel

Must currently hold a 100 Ton Masters license minimum

FCC Marine Radio Operators Permit required to be obtained within 3 months of start date

Must be comfortable making decisions that affect life and property, often in stressful conditions.

Desire to contribute, by way of fulfilling job duties, to the organizational mission of providing character development for Bostons young people.

WORK CONDITIONS

Must be comfortable working outside, on the water in a coastal environment.

Overtime hours are periodically required.

Weekend and evening work often required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to lift 70lbs unassisted

Must be able ride a ferry daily and traverse an island of varying terrains.

Must be able to stand for 5+ hours per day

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience. Employer sponsored health insurance with the option to select between two comprehensive plans. Premier dental plan. 401(k) retirement plan with competitive match. Paid time off (PTO) and paid sick days. Work that engages a diverse and dynamic community of educators and other professionals with the shared vision of shaping a better future for Bostons youth.

Cathleen Stone Island Outward Bound School is an equal-opportunity employer and actively seeks staff as diverse as the communities it serves. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Outward Bound has a zero-tolerance policy for incidents of child abuse and neglect. Protecting our minor students against abuse and neglect is of the highest priority.