MARINE DREDGE CAPTAIN

PNO-938-041726-LR

At the Port of New Orleans, our mission is to drive economic prosperity throughout our tri-parish jurisdiction: Jefferson, Orleans and St. Bernard. We collaborate with state and local partners to ensure that we can continue to be a vital link to the world for businesses and consumers throughout Louisiana and beyond. Port NOLA seeks a Marine Dredge Captain . This role supports and supervises dredge operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant performance of all activities related to vessel operation, maintenance, and personnel oversight. The position supervises dredge deckhands and operators, directs daily operations aboard the dredge and support vessels, and performs hands-on tasks involving mooring, anchor handling, equipment operation, routine maintenance, and material handling. The incumbent provides training on dredge operation, towing procedures, and deckhand skills, and manages gangway operations to ensure safe crew movement. They carry out full supervisory responsibilities including scheduling, performance evaluations, employee training, discipline, and leave approval, especially when acting in place of the Senior Dredge Captain. The role enforces all safety policies, conducts inspections, monitors work for hazards, and promotes a strong safety culture. Additionally, the incumbent performs other assigned tasks to support Port operations and serves as an essential emergency employee, remaining available to respond to urgent issues across Port facilities. Lead Critical Dredging Operations That Keep Our Port Moving - apply today to join the Port of New Orleans Team! Possession of a U.S. Coast Guard Master of 100T License with towing endorsement; OR Possession of a U.S. Coast Guard Engineer's License with at least Designated Duty Engineer authority; OR Four years of experience in dredging operations at the supervisory level or above.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION

Every three years of experience in general dredging operations will be credited as one year of supervisory-level dredging experience toward the required four years of supervisory-level experience. The maximum substitution allowed is three years of supervisory-level experience.

NOTE:

The hiring agency will ensure compliance with all applicable U.S. Coast Guard regulations. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties:

Leads and supervises daily dredge operations , including vessel positioning, deck activities, equipment handling, routine maintenance, and all dredge crew functions in support of safe, efficient operations. Provides training, oversight, and performance management for dredge personnel, including operation of the hydraulic cutter head dredge, towing vessels, and general deckhand skills. Enforces safety, compliance, and emergency readiness , fostering a strong safety culture, conducting inspections, addressing hazards, and serving as an essential employee during emergencies and disaster response.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment Career Progression:

This position may be filled as a Marine Dredge Captain.

Compensation:

This position is eligible for premium pay of up to $1.50 per hour. (For each hour actually worked)

Work Schedule:

The position currently consists of working forty (40) hour work week with overtime as necessary. This is not a live on Dredge. All employees return home each day.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. • Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. •

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact: Lynetta Robinson Port of New Orleans / Human Resources P.O. Box 60046 New Orleans, LA 70160 (504) 528-3226 Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.