Boat Captain

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:

The Atlantic White Shark Conservancy (AWSC), established in 2012, is a non-profit organization whose mission is to support scientific research, improve public safety, and educate the community to inspire shark conservation.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Atlantic White Shark Conservancy seeks a seasonal Boat Captain to run white shark ecotourism and research trips. This position requires a USCG licensed Captain with extensive knowledge of local waters and reports to the Ecotourism Coordinator.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Transport guests safely for shark ecotourism, research, and training trips.

Provide guests with safety briefing.

Maintaining overall appearance and cleanliness of the vessel.

Maintain vessel and equipment on board, such as engines, navigational systems, fire extinguishers, and life preservers. All passengers should wear PFDs at all times while on board (inflatables provided).

Coordinate with Fleet Captain for engines to be serviced every 100 hours of operation.

Keep accurate master's log which includes engine hours of operation, a daily summary of events, the number of people aboard, radio log, and the chronometer log.

Inspect vessel each day of operation to ensure efficient and safe operation of vessel and equipment, and conformance to regulations.

Steer and operate vessel, using radios, depth finders, radars, lights, buoys, and lighthouses.

Assume primary responsibility to ensure that vessel is moored securely & safely at all times.

Collaborate with the Fleet Captain and other team members to schedule vessel use and coordinate maintenance downtime.

Represent the organization within the maritime community, maintaining positive relationships with partners, vendors, regulatory agencies, and fellow mariners.

Purchase supplies and equipment as needed. Pre-approval required for purchases >$100.00.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

USCG Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel (OUPV) six passenger license required.

Weekends required.

Knowledge of area waters, specifically in and around Chatham, Provincetown, and Cape Cod Bay.

Solid understanding of the area’s tides and weather patterns.

Be able to safely navigate waterways.

Read gauges to verify sufficient levels of hydraulic fluid, air pressure, and oxygen.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Term:

June 29th – October 15th, 2026 (This is tentative)