Captain/Coral Restoration Technician
(Posted 04/26/2022)

Target Audience: Technician/Staff


Institution: Mote Marine Laboratory

Institutional Web Link: http://www.mote.org

Description of Internship or Research Opportunity: Location: Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research and Restoration (IC2R3), Summerland Key, Florida
Primary Function: Operate vessels and participate in field operations to support Mote’s coral restoration and research activities, assist with the husbandry and maintenance of in-situ (offshore) and ex-situ (land-based) coral nurseries, and assist with coral restoration fieldwork including outplanting and monitoring activities.

Primary Duties:
• Operate vessels up to 28’ LOA to support coral restoration and research related activities.
• In-situ (offshore) and ex-situ (land-based) nursery maintenance and coral husbandry.
• Outplant nursery-grown corals to various reef sites.
• Conduct routine monitoring and photo-documentation of outplanted corals.
• Construct and maintain nursery structures and field equipment.
• Assist with field activities associated with Mote-led & Mote-supported research projects
• Assist with data collection, data entry, and report writing.

Additional duties will include assisting with various tasks related to the daily operation of a full-service marine laboratory, assist with field and lab support to visiting scientists, and assist with outreach and education activities as needed including interviews, tours and workshops.

Minimum Qualifications or Requirements:
• B.S. degree in the marine or biological sciences from an accredited college or university.
• Experience operating vessels > 25ft in length.
• SCUBA certified (Rescue Diver certification required; divemaster or higher preferred).
• Meet and maintain standards for AAUS Scientific Diver rating, including medical requirements.
• Valid Florida driver's license.
• Ability to be an adaptable and collegial member of team, self-motivated, and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Prior experience operating vessels up to 28’ LOA (prior experience with dive operations preferred).
• Prior experience working in tropical marine ecosystems and identification of Caribbean corals.
• US Coast Guard Captains license preferred.
• Prior working experience with navigating coastal waters throughout the Florida Keys preferred.
• Previous research diving experience (coral restoration experience preferred).
• Ability to lift heavy objects or equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Working knowledge of basic computer software (Windows, Word, Excel) required.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment, work independently on certain tasks with minimal direct supervision, and good practical problem-solving abilities.
• Normal hours are 7:30 – 4:30 M-F; however, occasional weekend and evening hours will be required.


Funding Source: Other


How to Apply: Expected Start Date: early June 2022

Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing “2022 Captain/Coral Restoration Technician” at https://mote.smapply.org/prog/job_applicants or mail a single package including cover letter, resume or c.v. and the contact information for three references to Mote Marine Laboratory, Attn: Human Resources, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236 before 5pm May 20, 2022.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected category. Mote participates in E-Verify



Application Closing Date: 05/20/2022

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