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<p class="MsoNormal">JOB VACANCY<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">THE CENTRAL CARIBBEAN MARINE INSTITUTE <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">FIELD STATION MANAGER<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Reports to: Director of Operations<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Application Period: Open October 1<sup>st</sup>, 2017 - until filled<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Start Date: Immediately <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Summary<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The Field Station Manager is responsible for the effective day to day operations at the Central Caribbean Marine Institute (CCMI). The position is available for a seasoned professional with at least 10 years of professional experience in
marine operations. The successful candidate will manage and maintain the physical facilities, equipment (boats, SCUBA, vehicles, Coral Reef Early Warning System – CREWS), and renewable energy and composting systems (including passive and PV solar). The individual
will support field station personnel by providing logistical support for scientists and groups which use the research station including: Universities, local schools, and citizen science groups. The individual will facilitate programs and maintain excellent
working relationships with scientists and students of all ages while they are visiting the facility. He/she will improve the sustainable practices and will assure safe marine and dive operations. The Field Station Manager will help implement the organization’s
strategy to become the leading marine research institution in the Caribbean.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">We seek a strong operational leader who can assure safety, excellence, and who is capable of providing field support for leading marine scientists and universities. The individual should have experience working with various communities
at both the local and international government level, as well as sponsorship community relations.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">CCMI is an independent non-profit organization within the Cayman Islands with a scientific mission to make impactful discoveries that will lead to healthy oceans and vibrant coral reef ecosystems. We maintain a well-equipped marine field
station on Little Cayman, with year-round visiting and residential research and education programs. All Little Cayman employees work a 6-day week and as a professional employee you may be required to work long hours especially during the high season.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Responsibilities:<o:p></o:p></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Implement the annual maintenance plan for the facility and grounds, keeping boats, vehicles, and dive equipment renewable energy, and composting in excellent repair, conducting repairs and
maintenance in-house when possible<o:p></o:p> </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Implement the highest level of safety standards including all in-water activities, boat and dive operations, facilities and insurance<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Enforce Emergency Management program to minimize risk to staff and visitors including for all on water activities and for major storm and hurricane preparations<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Enforce and develop sustainable practices including reducing water/energy use and minimizing waste disposal and introducing new potential technologies<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade all utilities (e.g. phone, electricity, internet, water, sanitation)<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Responsible for station inventory (e.g. food, office supplies, kitchen and dorm supplies)<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Track activities and provide operational information and statistics to our development team<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Assure the CREWS buoy is maintained<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Provide logistical support for the educational and scientific groups<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Assist with scheduling facilities for annual visits<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Schedule vehicles and equipment for visiting groups<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Manage permitting as needed for seasonal, part-time, and full-time operational staff; resulting in complete time, effort, and management reports<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Assist with office administration personnel, management of interns, and operations personnel<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Provide Director with quarterly activity and budget reports<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Receive and ship supplies and equipment (e.g. barge, airport), including all customs, duty, permits, and fees<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">Ensure all insurance and licensing is up to date<o:p></o:p>
</li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Benefits and Salary:<o:p></o:p></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2">Competitive salary commensurate with experience<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2">Work permit fees covered<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2">Benefits include financial contribution to health insurance, and a 5% matching pension plan after a full-year of employment, vacation pay, and meals at the field station when present<o:p></o:p>
</li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Qualifications:<o:p></o:p></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Master’s degree or 10 years of equivalent experience in marine operations<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Capable of being a strong leader with excellent decision-making skills<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and maintain all systems at a remote field site, including boats, vehicle, dive compressor, solar, utilities, computers (IT systems), and other off-the-grid
systems<o:p></o:p> </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">SCUBA certified (Instructor or Divemaster level certification), extensive boat handling experience, and good working understanding of scientific research operations<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Ability to manage budgets, work on several projects simultaneously, and manage priorities accordingly<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Experience coordinating efforts and establishing excellent working relationships in a small community, with government agencies, and with board members<o:p></o:p>
</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">Familiarity with Microsoft Office; working knowledge of QuickBooks<o:p></o:p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">To Apply:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">For consideration, please forward resume and letter of interest along with salary requirements to:
<a href="mailto:jobs@reefresearch.org">jobs@reefresearch.org</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoPlainText">Carrie Manfrino, PhD<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoPlainText">President<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoPlainText">Central Caribbean Marine Institute<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoPlainText"><a href="http://reefresearch.org">http://reefresearch.org</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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