The SSV Oliver Hazard Perry organization is looking for Licensed Mates.  The 200-foot square-rigged tall ship Oliver Hazard Perry  is Rhode Island’s official Sailing Education Vessel, the largest of its kind to have been built in this country in the last 100 years.  A great opportunity for those with the right experience and credentials.

Licensed Mates Job Description:

OHPRI is seeking First and Second Mates for the SSV Oliver Hazard Perry to join the crew for USCG testing and sea trials in the spring in preparation for our programs starting summer 2015. Our programs include 1-2 week voyages in partnership with academic institutions, as well as teen summer camps and adult voyages.

Applicants should have strong communication skills, an active interest in education and be capable of interacting positively with people of all ages.

The Mates are responsible for leading a safe navigational watch, supervising deck operations and assisting the Captain in vessel operations, maintenance and instructing students in sail operations. A Mate willmaintain the deck logbook and is responsible for keeping all the navigational and safety equipment in order.

Experience aboard square-rigged sailing vessels is required. A minimum license requirement for this position is 500-ton Oceans Auxiliary-Sail. Depending upon experience, command presence and ship handling skills, applicant may be considered for Relief Captain.

Crew positions on SSV Oliver Hazard Perry include all aspects of tall ship sailing and good seamanship as well as an ability and desire to educate students of all ages in day and overnight programs. All crew participate in daily housekeeping, routine maintenance, safety drills, and take an active educator role. All crew must be enthusiastic, flexible, and energetic leaders with experience in the industry.

Skills and Qualifications:
– Licensed and experienced in seamanship, being a watch officer, and running a deck
– A 500-ton Oceans Auxiliary-Sail license and experience on traditional substantially square-rigged vessels required
– Capable of taking direction from Captain as well as taking initiative as needed
– Responsible for leading a watch team, consisting of 2-3 other crew members and a group of trainee students
– Confident in seamanship and interpersonal skills and able to inspire confidence in others
– Commitment to execution and follow through
– Flexible and adaptable to changing environments and schedules
– An interest in furthering the educational mission of Oliver Hazard Perry Rhode Island
– Clear communication and modeling of appropriate behavior
– Willing to live by and enforce rules and regulations aboard the ship
– Must have situational awareness and focus on the mission at hand
– Able to include students in operation of vessel and serve as educator
– Must have command presence, be organized and decisive
– Must also work well as member of a team
– Mature well-grounded sense of personal ethics, evident in the individual’s integrity and responsibility—upholding the highest standards in public and personal relations

Positions are live aboard, room and board are provided. Pay is commensurate with experience. The position is full time, year round

SSV Oliver Hazard Perry crew are not permitted to consume alcohol during programs or smoke aboard the vessel at any times, and must be willing to undergo a criminal background check and drug-testing in compliance with U.S. Coast Guard regulations. All applicants will meet STCW requirements for their particular license or document, valid TWIC card & US Passport.

Apply by email cover letter and resume to info@ohpri.org or Crew Hiring, OHPRI, Inc., 29 Touro Street, Newport, RI 02840

For more information on SSV Oliver Hazard Perry and our Education at Sea mission, visit www.ohpri.org