Port Control Tower Watch at Amentum

Principal Accountabilities

(Typical duties include the following, although specific duties vary by assignment or contract.)


Assists in the enforcement of marine ordinances and studies
Operates the communication nets for all marine traffic
Ensures all logbooks and records are properly maintained
Prepares reports of harbor activities
Records movements of all vessels in and out of the harbor
Communicates times of departures
Arranges requests for emergency assistance
Maintains orderly and safe boating conditions and enforces local marine ordinances
Supervises the maintenance of markers, buoys, floats, etc., and submits requisitions for the purchase of harbor equipment
Assigns mooring spaces to power and sail boats
Surveys and records the number, size and types of boats using harbor facilities
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned


Knowledge & Skills


Thorough knowledge of the operational and maintenance requirements of harbor facilities and equipment
Possesses good knowledge of nautical calculations and terminology
Ability to plan and supervise the activities of personnel in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, boat operators, and passengers
Ability to enforce local marine ordinances with tact and firmness
Ability to work outdoors in warm and rainy environment


Experience & Education


Four (4) years of experience in law enforcement, marine conservation, marine construction, marine transportation, marine maintenance, commercial fishing or as a merchant or United States Navy seaman
High School Diploma or equivalent
Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Marine Conservation, Marine Transportation, Marine Maintenance or a related field from an accredited college or university preferred
Possession of a current United States Coast Guard Master's license preferred