WLM-2026-9 Captain State Boat

Forked River, NJ Full Time Watershed & Land Management Experienced Open to:

Division-Wide Work Week:

40 (40-hour)

Work Week Salary:

(R17) $53,807.27 - $78,268.07

Opening Date:

5/8/2026

Closing Date:

5/22/2026

Existing Vacancies:

1 Program/Location Department of Environmental Protection Watershed & Land Management Resilience Engineering & Construction Aids To Navigation 302 Marine Road Forked River, NJ 08731 Scope of Eligibility Open to permanent employees in a competitive title who work for the Division of Resilience Engineering & Construction and meet the requirements below. Description Under direction of a supervisory official in the Department of Environmental Protection, operates, navigates, and maintains assigned boats, motors, and trailers; works to protect and conserve shellfish and marine finfish, and/or does work involved in marking channels, towing marine equipment, and enforcing applicable laws and regulations; does other related duties as required. Specific to the Position Assigns, instructs and supervises a crew engaged in the marking and maintenance of stakes, buoys, spars and lights. Operation and maintenance of the 70-foot Ocean Navigator, landing craft, and all other boats under ATON's responsibilities, including the loading, hauling, and deployment of such vessels. Preferred Skill Set Specific knowledge of the waterways of NJ as well as the vessels and equipment used to mark the channels including the ability observe, diagnose, and repair said equipment. Strong written and verbal skills required to confer with assigned staff, coordinate with office staff on procurement and installation schedules, and coordinate with outside agencies. Requirements Five (5) years of experience in navigation of coastal waters in boats operated by marine diesel, inboard, or outboard gasoline engines, including at least one (1) year of experience as captain, mate, or second-in-command in the navigation of small craft. License Applicants must possess a current Boat Safety Certificate.

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Possession of a current, valid United States Coast Guard Master License may be substituted for the indicated experience (100 ton, 200 ton, 500 ton, or unlimited).

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Possession of a current, valid United States Coast Guard Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (6-pack) license may be substituted for two (2) years of indicated experience.

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An Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels License or a Master's License issued by the United States Coast Guard, currently valid for the type and size vessel being operated, may be substituted for the Boating Safety Certificate. Applicants will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position. Appointees may be required to possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and applicable endorsements for the class and type of vehicle being operated. Benefits As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Paid Benefit Leave Holiday Pay Alternative Workweek Program

• Telework
• Pension Deferred Compensation Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA) Commuter Tax Savings Program Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Tuition Reimbursement
• Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.

Veteran's Preference To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/ Residency All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of

N.J.S.A. 52

14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act". Authorization to Work Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations.

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The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form. All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision. DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.