Act as a Pilot Advisor to vessel Master, while ensuring cooperation of ship’s officers and crew throughout berthing and cargo transfer operations. Ensure the officers and crew follow OCIMF and company guidelines, while operations are completed safely and environmentally sound. Responsible for the safety of the operations during maneuvering into final position, monitoring the status of the moorings throughout the cargo transfer and maneuvering to separate after completion of the transfer operations. TPIC for offshore operations involving vessels ranging from VLCC’s to Handysize tankers. Pilotage of vessels including VLCC’s, LPG/C’s, container ships and large anchor handling/supply tug boats. Review nominated vessel to verify that they comply with all governmental and company requirements prior to approval for charter. Act as company regulatory representative to local citizen and government advisory groups.

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Serving as a federally appointed member, appointed by the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, to advise, consult with, and make recommendations to the Commandant of the United States Coast Guard on matters relating to personnel in the United States Merchant Marine including the training, qualifications, certification, documentation, and fitness of mariners.

Assistant Professor: Marine Transportation Department,Instructor in Advanced Tanker Operations, Stability, and Shiphandlingand Pilotage; using lecture, simulation, and practical training aboard the TV KINGS POINTER (USNS Contender (T-AGOS-2)), TV LIBERATOR (USN YP 676 class), and MV GROWLER (USCGC Catenary (WYTL-65606)).Responsible for new course development and implementation of STCW 2010 Manila Amendments. Management of simulator systems including installation, updating and maintenance.

Responsible for college, and advanced level industry training. Course development of various industry level training programs.Watch standing mate/instructor for TV Kings Pointer training cruises involving shiphandling and pilotage in New York Harbor and Long Island Sound.

Bulk liquid transportation of crude oil. US West Coast Trade.In charge of the ship's cargo and deck operations.Responsible to the captain for the safety and security of the ship.Responsibilities include the crew's welfare and training.Oversee the loading, and unloading of cargoes. Includes a general responsibility for the ship's stability and care for cargos that are dangerous, hazardous or harmful.

Bulk liquid transportation of crude oil and refined products. US East and West Coast TradeResponsible for the safe navigation of the vessel during assigned watch, safely avoid traffic, and respond to any emergencies that may arise.Responsible for cargo and deck operations that occur during assigned watch hours

Crushed stone transportation by barge. US NorthEast TradeSupervise and coordinate activities of crew aboard tugboat.Inspects towing gear and lifesaving equipment, and supervises repair or replacement of defective equipment.Directs activities of crew engaged in rigging towlines to barges.Steer tugboat, to push or pull barges to destination and to berth and unberth barges.

Bulk liquid transportation of chemical and refined products. US East Coast and Caribbean TradeResponsible for the safe navigation of the vessel during assigned watch, safely avoid traffic, and respond to any emergencies that may arise.Responsible for cargo and deck operations that occur during assigned watch hours