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Harbormaster wanted for the Town of Marion

Harbormaster wanted for the Town of Marion, Massachusetts.

Full-time, year-round Harbormaster, responsible for the safe and orderly use of Marion waters, including staff and budget management, environmental, search and rescue, mooring placement and assignment, shellfish management and enforcement. Independent and appropriate judgment essential. Reports to the Board of Selectmen under the direct supervision of the Town Administrator, with the advice of the Marine Resources Commission.

Certification as Mass. Harbormaster and/or Shellfish Officer desirable; required as part of ongoing training, along with CPR and first aid certification. Substantial boat-handling and seamanship experience and knowledge of personal computers, waterway operations, rescue techniques, local waters, applicable laws and regulations, boat maintenance and repair and harbor-planning principles. Ability to deal effectively and diplomatically with the public, government agencies and other Town employees and to enforce rules and regulations firmly and impartially. Ability to operate vessels in severe weather conditions and to respond promptly to emergency calls.

Letter of interest and résumé, which must be received by noon on September 7, 2005, to Town Administrator, Marion Town House, 2 Spring Street, Marion, MA 02738.

Posted on August 22nd, 2005 by Administrator in Uncategorized