ALASKA OCEAN RANGER PROGRAM

NOW HIRING for 2011 Summer Season!

Crowley Marine Services, Inc. and the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation are seeking qualified Alaskans to take part in the Alaska Ocean Ranger program during the summer of 2011. Alaska Ocean Rangers are U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Marine Engineers or individuals with a degree in marine safety and environmental protection, or an equivalent degree approved by the DEC, who travel on cruise ships throughout the summer and act as independent observers monitoring State environmental and marine discharge requirements. They also check that passengers and crew are protected from improper sanitation, health and safety practices.

For more info about the program visit: http://www.dec.state.ak.us/water/cruise_ships/ocean_ranger_info.html

Employment Requirements

1. Current Designated Duty Engineer (DDE) or Third Assistant Engineer (3 A/E) Unlimited Horsepower or higher license issued by US Coast Guard OR an individual with a degree in marine safety and environmental protection from accredited maritime educational institution.

2. For 3 A/E and higher license holders only, membership in the American Maritime Officers (AMO) Union.*

3. Clean criminal background check with no offenses that prevent entry into Canada.

4. Sound physical condition and completion of a post-offer physical examination, including drug test.

5. Successful completion of the Alaska Ocean Rangers training class.

Hiring Information

Crowley Marine Services, Inc. is the contractor for the Alaska DEC. Screening and selection of all Ocean Rangers is done directly by Crowley Marine and NOT Alaska Employment Group or Alaska DEC. Please apply directly to Crowley (info below) and NOT to AEG or ADEC.

To apply contact:

Lester Williams, Manager, Marine Personnel, 9487 Regency Square Blvd., Jacksonville, FL  32277, (907) 777-5900, lester.williams@crowley.com

Deadline to apply 2/28/11. Position includes $10,000 monthly salary, benefits and reimbursable expenses. Alaskan hiring preference.

For more hiring info visit: http://www.dec.state.ak.us/water/cruise_ships/ocean_ranger.htm

*AMO has agreed to accept into membership any Alaska resident holding a 3 A/E Unlimited HP license or higher, and who meets the other requirements above.