Third Officer

Third OfficerJob Location
Military Sealift Command is hiring for seagoing positions. All seagoing positions depart from either or Norfolk, VA. or San Diego, CA CIVMAR's ARE NOT required to live in these cities. Applicants can not pick which coast he/she is initially assigned to, it depends on the needs of the fleet.This position works under the supervision of the Second Officer (Navigator) and Department Head, First Officer. Serves as a Deck Watch Officer and is responsible for the safe navigation of the vessel. Assists the Master and senior deck officers in carrying out their responsibilities. As directed/designated by the Chief Mate, makes timely and frequent inspection of all lifesaving equipment onboard the vessels, including lifeboats, life rafts and associated securing devices, and any other equipment. May be assigned collateral duties of Assistant Damage Control Officer, CBR-D Officer, or Special Services Officer.
REQUIREMENTS
Must be a United States citizenMinimum age of 18
Possess a current U.S. Passport within 7 months of expiration
Possess a current United States Coast Guard Merchant Mariner’s Document (USCG MMD) within 10 months of expiration with the endorsement(s) of “Any Unlicensed Rating in the Deck Department.”Licensing/Certifications Required:
USCG License for Third Mate or higher, Steam or Motor Vessels, Oceans, any Gross Tons. Note: Current Cadet MMD’s will be accepted until graduation in lieu of license.Must possess a valid ARPA and GMDSS certificate.Valid STCW certificate (including Basic Safety Training).
If you are 10-point preference, you must provide DD-214 Certificate of Discharge (Member Copy 4), the SF-15 Application for 10-Point preference and a copy of our VA letter.EvaluationApplicants who meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements described above will be further evaluated. Documented experience, education, training, and awards contained in the application package will be reviewed to determine the degree to which you possess the required knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) that are essential for successful job performance. A ranking determination will be conducted against the knowledge, skills, and abilities to determine your qualifications as reflected by your responses to the following job related factors:1.Ability to Plan, Organize, Interpret, and/or Analyze Information and Supervise the work of others.2.Knowledge of Cargo Loading and Discharge Operations.
3.Knowledge of Current Navigation Methods and Equipment.
4.Knowledge of Shipboard Safety, Lifesaving, CBR-D, and Firefighting Equipment, and Programs.To earn the highest rating possible, it is your responsibility to submit detailed information in response to KSAs listed above. Evaluations, ship assignments, awards, training, education, commercial experience, etc., will also be part of the rating and ranking process.
MSC Civilian Mariner positions are subject to drug urinalysis testing, participation in vaccine immunization programs, require the candidate to pass a physical exam and obtain a security clearance. In addition to successfully completing the medical examination (arranged by MSC), a tuberculosis (TB) screening test is also required. TB screening is not provided at the MSC-arranged medical examination, but can usually be obtained from your personal medical provider or free at any local Public Health Clinic. If you have previously had a positive TB skin test (i.e. a CONVERTER or REACTOR), another skin test is not required, but you must instead provide the Medical Department written proof that you have completed treatment with medicine (i.e. INH), or that you have started treatment with medicine, or that such treatment is not warranted as determined by Competency Test. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to report to any of the scheduled appointments, fails the physical examination, language competency test, drug test, lacks the certification requirements, or is unable to obtain a security clearance. MSC employees are required to participate in direct deposit/electronic funds transfer as the standard method of payroll payments. MSC employees are required to attend and successfully complete all mandatory training courses, including Personal Survival, which requires the ability to float in the water for a minimum of 60 seconds.
How to ApplyAll documents MUST be POSTMARKED by the cut-off or closing date of this announcement.
Candidates for this announcement must submit the following forms completed, signed and dated:
1.Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612) including social security number, US Citizenship, veteran’s preference and previous federal employment. For forms visit www.sealiftcommand.com.2.Responses to the job-related factors (KSAs) identified in Evaluation Criteria above
3.Declaration of Federal Employment (OF-306), including Applicant’s Statement of Selective Service Registration Status. For Selective Service information, visit www.sss.gov.4.A copy of the front and back of your current Merchants Marines Document (MMD) with a minimum of ten months of validity, US Passport with at least seven months of validity, and licenses, certificates, etc.5.If you are a current or prior federal government employee, you must include a Standard Form SF-50, Notice of Personnel Action that documents your government service.6.If claiming Veteran’s Preference, you must provide supporting documentation (SF-15 Application for Preference, (http://www.opg.gov/forms/pdf fill/sfl5pdf) DD-214’s Member Copy-4, or VA Certificate verifying disability). Additional information Veteran’s Preference is available at www.opm.gov/veteran.
Late and/or incomplete applications will not be processed. We will not return or copy applications and supporting documents once submitted. Applicants should make copies before submitting documents.
How to Contact Us:Please send completed packages to:
Military Sealift Command, CIVMAR Support Center,6353 Center Drive, Building #8, Suite 202
Norfolk, VA 23502If you have any questions, please email us at [Click here for email] or call our toll free Recruitment hotline at 877-JOBS-MSC (1-877-562-7672). Please also visit our website at www.sealfitcommand.com.
FAILURE TO PROVIDE REQUIRED INFORMATION REQUESTED FOR THIS POSITION WILL ADVERSELY AFFECT YOUR ELIGIBILITY.
Military Sealift Fleet Support Command is an Equal Opportunity Employer.