Introduction
The Connecticut Department of Transportation has a Ferry Captain position available in the Bureau of Public Transportation, Rocky Hill/Glastonbury Ferry. The position is full time, 37.5 hours per week and open to eligible candidates. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays: A. Monday thru Friday, 7:00a.m. to 6:45p.m. (2 shifts) B. Saturday and Sunday, 10:30a.m to 5:00p.m.
Applicants are required to upload a resume and cover letter with their submission. (Note: In order to upload documents you must ensure that your internet browser's 'pop-up' blocker is off. Failure to do so may prevent you from being able to upload documentation and submit your application.)
At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which supports their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: performance evaluations, certifications, license, etc. Questions about these required documents should be directed to the hiring agency's human resources office: Maribel.Flores@ct.gov, (860) 594-3174.
Selection Plan
Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. The candidate pool resulting from this posting may be used to fill Ferry Captain vacancies that occur in the Rocky Hill/ Glastonbury Ferry in the next twelve (12) months).
Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Maribel Flores at Maribel.flores@ct.gov, (860) 594-3174.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Transportation, Bureau of Aviation and Ports State Maritime Office this class is accountable for acting as a working supervisor for a ferry crew engaged in the operation, repair and maintenance of a Connecticut State Ferry vessel.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Commands and operates a Connecticut State Ferry on a daily shift during seasonal operations; plans ferry crew workflow and determines priorities; schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work; establishes and maintains ferry crew procedures; provides staff training and assistance; conducts or assists in conducting performance evaluations; acts as liaison with operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures; oversees necessary operations in starting and operating heavy duty marine engines and transmissions; oversees loading and discharging of passengers and vehicles under mandated state and federal safety regulations; oversees collection of tolls and prepares bank deposits at end of shift; maintains daily logs of assigned shift for daily operations, engine room and radio operations including a record of unusual occurrences; oversees and performs preventative maintenance of and ensures necessary running repairs to engines, fire pumps, etc. takes place; maintains all fire fighting and life safety equipment; supervises and assists as necessary in cleaning of ferry vessel, ferry approaches and grounds; checks vessel gear and equipment and submits complete report of all needed repairs and replacements to Ferry Master Captain; oversees and assists crew in performing required repairs, replacements and maintenance to ferry vessel and equipment in order to put vessel in first class condition prior to United States Coast Guard inspections as required by federal regulations; may make recommendations on policies or standards; may prepare reports and correspondence; may be assigned other duties in regular or emergency and/or airport highway maintenance; performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of and skill in piloting a ferry and/or tug boat driven vessel in making landings into a ferry slip and river crossings; considerable knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; knowledge of marine, fire protection and life safety equipment; knowledge of operation and maintenance of marine engines, transmissions and propelling machinery; knowledge of first aid; some knowledge of splicing and tying lines; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to utilize computer software; some supervisory ability.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Three (3) years of experience in the operation of a ferry vessel or other motor driven vessel of the required tonnage.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferable to possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Incumbents in this class must possess and retain the appropriate federal license to operate or navigate type of passenger carrying vessel to be assigned as specified in USCG 46 CFR 15.160.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, and/or permits.
3. Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness in order to perform duties.
2. A physical examination may be required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and may be exposed to extreme weather conditions, noise and fumes and risk of injury from equipment.
Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
