Start Date: January 2012
The SFS Center for Marine Resource Studies in South Caicos, Turks & Caicos Islands – B.W.I seeks an enthusiastic, team-oriented individual to serve as part of a residential team of faculty and staff that delivers an interdisciplinary, hands-on learning experience to students spending a semester or summer abroad.
Position Summary:
Under the general direction of the Center Director, the Diving Safety Officer/Marine Operations Coordinator (DSO/MOC) is responsible for a variety of support duties associated with SFS/CMRS sponsored academic and scientific activities on and underwater in order to ensure these activities are carried out in an effective and safe manner in accordance with SFS and CMRS specific policies.
The DSO oversees the routine operational authority for the diving and waterfront programs, including conducting training, leading dives (and snorkels), certification, and skill assessment for activities based out of the waterfront including but not limited to swimming, snorkeling, boat driving, and SCUBA diving. This is a hands-on position and involves frequent SCUBA diving and boat driving.
Minimum Qualifications:
TCI work authorization required or ability to obtain
Active status SCUBA diving instructor’s certification from a nationally recognized agency (i.e., PADI, NAUI, and NOAA, CMAS)
First Aid/CPR instructor
Oxygen administration instructor
Extensive small boat handling experience
Experience in outboard engine troubleshooting and mechanics
Related experience with an academic institution
Experience with marine rescue and hazard identification
Apply at:
http://fieldstudies.catsone.com/careers/index.php?m=portal&a=details&jobOrderID=706841
