Duty Harbormaster- Port Everglades Salary

$31.44 Hourly

Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

1413027

Department

Port Ops Duty Harbormaster

Opening Date

11/12/2024

Closing Date

11/29/2024 5:00 PM Eastern

Veterans' Preference Notice

Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

Description Benefits Questions REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Duty Harbormaster.Benefits of Broward County EmploymentEleven (11) paid holidays each yearVacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positionsPaid Parental LeaveHealth BenefitsHigh Deductible Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums: Single $10.39 / Family $76.94
 Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 AnnuallyConsumer Driven Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums: Single $78.64 / Family $273.13Florida Retirement System (FRS) – Pension or Investment Plan 457 Deferred Compensation county matches up to 2,600K a year.


General DescriptionPerforms responsible supervisory and administrative port harbormaster work.
Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires two (2) years of marine operations with regard to the movement of vessels or closely related experience. Ability to swim (successful candidate must pass a post-offer swim test)
Special Certifications and LicensesMust possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License for the duration of the appointment.
Ability to secure and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification card (TWIC) within 60 days of employment and for the duration of employment.
Ability to secure and maintain a valid Seaport Business Purpose Credential for the duration of employment.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance, with occasional requirements for work after regular business hours.
PreferencesAssociate Degree or higher
1 year of recent Seaport experience directly related to vessels.
1 year of oceangoing experience
2 years in the transportation industry scheduling resources
2 years of supervisory experience

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Coordinates, communicates, and supervises the onsite movement of all vessels using port facilities; records vessel locations and draft; records and calculates vessel fresh water consumption; supervises subordinate line handlers in the performance of their duties relating to the movement of all vessels using port facilities.

Confers with vessel agents, harbor pilots, towing companies, governmental agencies, departmental employees, and other maritime officials through radio, telephone, and/or e-mail; records and maintains arrival and departure information relating to the movement of all vessels using port facilities.

Confers with shipboard personnel in matters pertaining to movement and placement of vessels; maintains vessel daily log activity; inputs all computer data pertaining to vessel movements.

Conducts inspections of docks, transit sheds, and cargo yards; reports damages, obstructions and housekeeping deficiencies; prepares written reports as required.

Ensure proper use of Port facilities in accordance with Tariff

Assist in the scheduling of vessel traffic, dock allocation, gantry cranes, and the use of facilities

Conduct facilities inspections of docks, transit sheds, and cargo yards

Assist Linehander crew with docking/undocking vessels

Performs related work as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

County Core CompetenciesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceBroward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The ADA requires Broward County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with the Professional Standards/Human Rights Section.

Emergency Management Responsibilities Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

County-wide Employee ResponsibilitiesAll Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,600. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.

01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from the information included within your applications? Yes No 02 Will you possess a valid Florida Driver's License at the time the offer is extended if you are the successful candidate (Note: this does not include a "Learner's Permit") Yes No 03 Check the appropriate box below, as it relates to a Transportation Worker Identification card (TWIC) within 60 days of employment and for the duration of employment. Currently possess a TWIC. Do not currently have a TWIC but have the ability to obtain one within 60 days and maintain for the duration of employment at Port Everglades. Unable to meet the requirement of obtaining a TWIC within 60 days of employment at Port Everglades. 04 How many years of marine operations with regard to the movement of vessels or closely related experience do you have? 2 years Less than 2 years More than 2 years 05 Describe your transportation industry scheduling resources experience. 06 Describe your supervisory experience. 07 Describe your oceangoing experience. 08 The schedule for this position includes weekends and may also include working overtime and on holiday, especially during the cruise season. Are you willing and able to attend work as described? Yes No 09 This position requires manual labor, and it is essential to be able to carry/push/pull up to 50lbs, stand, sit, bend, climb, crouch, reach, and walk in a variety of environmental elements. Are you able to meet this physical requirement with or without assistance? Yes No

Required Question

Agency Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Duty Harbormaster.Benefits of Broward County EmploymentEleven (11) paid holidays each yearVacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positionsPaid Parental LeaveHealth BenefitsHigh Deductible Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums: Single $10.39 / Family $76.94
 Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 AnnuallyConsumer Driven Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums: Single $78.64 / Family $273.13Florida Retirement System (FRS) – Pension or Investment Plan 457 Deferred Compensation county matches up to 2,600K a year.


General DescriptionPerforms responsible supervisory and administrative port harbormaster work.
Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires two (2) years of marine operations with regard to the movement of vessels or closely related experience. Ability to swim (successful candidate must pass a post-offer swim test)
Special Certifications and LicensesMust possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License for the duration of the appointment.
Ability to secure and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification card (TWIC) within 60 days of employment and for the duration of employment.
Ability to secure and maintain a valid Seaport Business Purpose Credential for the duration of employment.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance, with occasional requirements for work after regular business hours.
PreferencesAssociate Degree or higher
1 year of recent Seaport experience directly related to vessels.
1 year of oceangoing experience
2 years in the transportation industry scheduling resources
2 years of supervisory experience

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Coordinates, communicates, and supervises the onsite movement of all vessels using port facilities; records vessel locations and draft; records and calculates vessel fresh water consumption; supervises subordinate line handlers in the performance of their duties relating to the movement of all vessels using port facilities.

Confers with vessel agents, harbor pilots, towing companies, governmental agencies, departmental employees, and other maritime officials through radio, telephone, and/or e-mail; records and maintains arrival and departure information relating to the movement of all vessels using port facilities.

Confers with shipboard personnel in matters pertaining to movement and placement of vessels; maintains vessel daily log activity; inputs all computer data pertaining to vessel movements.

Conducts inspections of docks, transit sheds, and cargo yards; reports damages, obstructions and housekeeping deficiencies; prepares written reports as required.

Ensure proper use of Port facilities in accordance with Tariff

Assist in the scheduling of vessel traffic, dock allocation, gantry cranes, and the use of facilities

Conduct facilities inspections of docks, transit sheds, and cargo yards

Assist Linehander crew with docking/undocking vessels

Performs related work as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

County Core CompetenciesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceBroward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The ADA requires Broward County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with the Professional Standards/Human Rights Section.

Emergency Management Responsibilities Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

County-wide Employee ResponsibilitiesAll Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,600. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.

01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from the information included within your applications? Yes No 02 Will you possess a valid Florida Driver's License at the time the offer is extended if you are the successful candidate (Note: this does not include a "Learner's Permit") Yes No 03 Check the appropriate box below, as it relates to a Transportation Worker Identification card (TWIC) within 60 days of employment and for the duration of employment. Currently possess a TWIC. Do not currently have a TWIC but have the ability to obtain one within 60 days and maintain for the duration of employment at Port Everglades. Unable to meet the requirement of obtaining a TWIC within 60 days of employment at Port Everglades. 04 How many years of marine operations with regard to the movement of vessels or closely related experience do you have? 2 years Less than 2 years More than 2 years 05 Describe your transportation industry scheduling resources experience. 06 Describe your supervisory experience. 07 Describe your oceangoing experience. 08 The schedule for this position includes weekends and may also include working overtime and on holiday, especially during the cruise season. Are you willing and able to attend work as described? Yes No 09 This position requires manual labor, and it is essential to be able to carry/push/pull up to 50lbs, stand, sit, bend, climb, crouch, reach, and walk in a variety of environmental elements. Are you able to meet this physical requirement with or without assistance? Yes No

Required Question

Agency Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers