Boarding Officer (Ship's agent)

Starting rate:$20 per hourLong-term employment with opportunities for growthDiscover more about our organization, culture, and employee benefits by visiting this page.Explore life at Seaboard Marine: We offer excellent benefits from day one, including:

• 401(K) Retirement Saving Plan w/ Employer Match
• Low-Cost Health, Dental & Vision insurance (Starting DAY ONE)
• Tuition & Certification Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off – (15 Days; prorated before 1st year)
• Parental Leave
• Paid holidays

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for preparing the vessels and crew members for arrival and clearance to and from the Port of Miami. This role involves coordinating with port authorities, customs, immigration, and other stakeholders to facilitate all operational and regulatory requirements for the vessel and its crew.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. GEOGRAPHIC REGION:Applications out of the geographic region for this position will not be considered. QUALIFICATIONS:Required

• Marine industry-related experience.Strong knowledge of port procedures, maritime regulations, and documentation.
• Experience as a Ship’s Agent.
• Ability to communicate (read, write, and speak fluently) in English.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Organized individual; ability to prioritize.
• Must be able to accurately process alpha/numeric information.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, vendors, and fellow employees.
• Ability to work with limited supervision, multitask, and possess strong initiative.
• Must work flexible schedule, including irregular and extended hours, holidays, and weekends, as needed.
• Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC card within 30 days of employment.

Preferred

• Bilingual (English & Spanish).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Primary

• Clearing crew members with Federal authorities to enter and exit the vessels.
• Notifies all Federal Authorities (Coast Guard and CBP) of the vessels ninety-six (96) hours prior to vessel arrival into the ports.
• Reports if there are any stowaways or illegal contraband (i.e. drugs) to the Coast Guard.
• Notifies vessels prior to arrival into the ports of MARSEC (Marine Security) level in effect.
• Boards the vessels upon arrival and thereafter when needed.
• Clears the vessels with CBP and Agriculture authorities.
• Prepares lay orders and other related documents necessary for vessel entry into the port(s).
• Arranges for berth, pilotage, tugs, linesmen, surveyors and other related vendors.
• Arranges & performs crew off & on-signing and arranges medical services, delivery of spare parts, charts, shipyard services.
• Prepares POM vessel reports (detailed inbound and southbound cargo) on a weekly basis.
• Prepares statement of facts and other related documentation (Bs/L, Certs of Origin, NOR,etc.).
• Generates & responds to vessel, owner/operator/chartered and other parties before and during vessels stay via phone, e-mail, telex & fax.
• Keeps & reports daily labor working activities and cargo production operations of vessel during port stay.
• Travels to several different port facilities to attend vessels while in port.
• Develops a thorough and current knowledge of each port facility serviced (berth restrictions, cargo working equipment availability, labor, transport, security restrictions, etc).

Secondary

• Picking up crew members from the airport and taking them to the airport as needed.
• Reports all injuries/incidents to authorities and takes the crew members for medical attention (hospital or local clinic).
• Reports any oil or chemical spills on the vessels to the corresponding authorities.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The employee is continuously required to walk, talk and hear.
• The employee is continuously required to read and write.
• The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.
• The employee is frequently required to sit.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• The employee must continuously use hands to finger, handle, feel or operateobjects; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is frequently required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl or twist.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptionand ability to adjust focus.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Report safety hazards
• Immediately report incidents involving injury, illness, or property damage
• Wear protective PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as instructed or necessary
• Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and rules
• Refuse any unsafe task or operation
• Participate in safety meetings and training
• Be constantly aware of their personal safety and that of their coworkers

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives direct supervision from the Boarding/Ship’s AgentsManager and indirect supervision from the Fleet Operations Director. Does not exercises supervision over any other staff.CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed primarily in outdoors; exposed to changing weather (temperature & humidity) and outdoorenvironments, during day and night shifts.
• The employee continuously works near moving trucks.
• The employee is continuously exposed to dust, fumes, and airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to noisy.

Benefits of Seaboard Marine – USA

At Seaboard Marine, we take pride in providing our employees a healthy work environment that empowers them to stay inquisitive, be authentic, and balance work goals with life goals.

Prioritize your health. Our first-class benefits packages offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans and office ergonomic resources.

Achieve financial goals. Meet with investment advisers for a personal session to discuss your 401k, retirement plans, and other flexible spending accounts.

Rest and recharge. Enjoy access to responsible PTO effective the day you’re hired as well as flexible paid holidays throughout the year.

Join a family. We’ve accomplished amazing things in our over 40 year history through leveraging the diversity of skills, experiences and backgrounds of our employees. As a part of our family, you will be joining one of the most respected leaders in ocean transportation in the Western Hemisphere.