Summer Sea Term 2026 - Unlicensed positions (Stewards, Yeoman, Officer Manager, Regimental Officers)
Summer Sea Term 2026 - Unlicensed positions (Stewards, Yeoman, Officer Manager, Regimental Officers)
SUNY Maritime College
About SUNY Maritime College:
SUNY Maritime College located on a 55-acre scenic waterfront property on the outskirts of New York City on the Throggs Neck peninsula where the East River meets Long Island Sound. The campus blends the best of two worlds: a comfortable college-town feel with the greatest city in the world. An impressive view of the sound extends toward the North Atlantic, yet only a few miles away are Yankee Stadium and midtown Manhattan. SUNY Maritime offers an array of employment opportunities stemming from entry level to professional positions which encourage growth and development among its employees.
Job Description:
The State University of New York Maritime College is currently looking to employ temporary personnel for different positions for the various departments during this year's summer training aboard T. S. EMPIRE STATE. The various available positions are Yeoman, Office Manager, Stewards and Regimental Duty Officers.
Due to the unique nature of the training ship, incumbents may be assigned in different capacities as the needs of the ship dictate and their background allow.
The Empire State is a public vessel of the United States, solely operated for the training and licensure of the cadet midshipmen. While onboard, the cadets are engaged in classroom lecture, maintenance and repair. Additionally, cadets are involved in watch keeping, drills, and training exercises all in preparation for their eventual licensure. There will be over 500 cadets onboard to account with approximately 20% in ROTC (Reserve Officers' Training Corps) and preparing for commissioning in the Armed Services following graduation and licensure.
The training days are geared to maximize the experience of the cadets and flexibility is a requirement regarding daily scheduling of duties.
The Full Cruise appointment is anticipated to begin April 30, 2026 and ends July 20, 2026. However, you may apply and be considered for one of the following.
Cruise A Half: April 30, 2026 - June 09, 2026
Cruise B Half: June 10, 2026 - July 20, 2026
Full Cruise: April 30, 2026 - July 20, 2026
Please indicate clearly in your cover letter which cruise term you are interested in (A, B or FULL.) along with a statement addressing how your past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion will advance Maritime's commitment to inclusive excellence.
Stewards
Ship housekeepers are responsible for cleaning and sanitizing spaces and items aboard the ship.
Description of Duties:
• Meticulous clean and sanitize the staff and cadets cabins, public areas, and crew quarters. Effectively cleaning and sanitizing the vessel, ship housekeepers can help ensure the passengers' safety
• Ensure high standards of hygiene and guest comfort through tasks like vacuuming, sanitizing, restocking amenities, handling linens,
• Mopping floors throughout the ship
• Replenish toiletries, stationery and ensuring amenities are always stocked
• Handling soiled linens, towels, and bedding, sending them to laundry, and returning fresh supplies
• Identify and report maintenance problems or broken equipment to management
Regimental Duty Officer
Description of Duties:
• Serves as a mentor and training officer for the cadets completing sea term activities
• Various administrative duties that support the cadets and ship's officers training components
• Assisting in the development and completion of port-call activities (if applicable)
• Serves on watch for alcohol testing and gangway watches
• Completes daily health and safety inspections of cadet berthing/common areas
• Supervises various cleaning details (AM/PM)
• Participates in daily musters and accountability evolutions
• Assistance in the completion of the daily "plan of the day" information
• Support of the Senior Regimental Officer Afloat and other Regimental Officers in the completion of their daily duties both afloat and in Port
• Assistance in the determination of random alcohol testing procedures/listings and testing
• Participation on the Ship's Safety Committee
Yeoman or Office Manager
A yeoman job is essentially an office or administrative position. Duties might include filling out or transcribing reports, organizing and sorting files, handling phone and in person communications, keeping up records and performing other administrative and office functions. A yeoman must demonstrate computer fluency, strong communication skills and attention to detail. Data entry skills are a huge plus.
Description of Duties:
• Serves as the primary point of contact for cadets and ship's officers
• Clerical and administrative duties that support the cadets and ship's officers training components
• Assistance in the completion of customs documents, arrival and departure information, documentation processes and maintenance, and discharges
• Assisting in the development and completion of port-call activities (if applicable)
• Assistance in the completion of the daily "plan of the day" information
• Support Senior Officers or Departmental Heads in the completion of their daily duties both afloat and in Port
• Assistance in the determination of random alcohol testing procedures/listings
• Participation on the Ship's Safety Committee
Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
• Active Member or Former Member of the United States Military/Merchant Marine Duty/Reserve/Veteran) - For Regimental Duties Officer
• Recent sea experience
• US Passport
• Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC)
• Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)
• Valid Medical Certificate - Note: The Medical Certificate is issued with the original MMC; however, it must be renewed every 2-years
• DOT/USCG Periodic Drug Testing Documentation
1. Letter from employer indicating that you have been in a random testing program meeting the criteria of 46 CFR 16.230 for at least 60 days (from the first day on ship) during the previous 185 days, and have not failed nor refused to participate in a chemical test for
dangerous drugs.
OR
2. Passed a chemical test for dangerous drugs, required under Title 46 CFR 16.210 within the previous 185 days (from the first day on ship).
A COPY OF ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION MUST BE PROVIDED PRIOR TO THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF APPOINTMENT. IF THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION IS NOT PROVIDED BY THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF APPOINTMENT YOUR APPLICATION CAN NO LONGER BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT. ALL DATES FOR US PASSPORT, TWIC, MMC AND MEDICAL CERTIFICATE MUST BE VALID FOR THE ENTIRETY OF YOUR ANTICIPATED APPOINTMENT.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Military or Merchant Marine Service (documented) - for Regiment positions
• Undergraduate degree completion - Regiment positions and Yeoman
• Experience with clerical and administrative duties - Regiment positions and Yeoman
• Demonstrated communication skills
Additional Information:
Salary/Compensation: The salary is based on a daily rate of pay and will commensurate with license, certification and experience. Housing and all meals are included while aboard the Training Ship.
This is a temporary appointment. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously. Application review to commence immediately.
Incumbent will be required to pay out of pocket expenses for obtaining necessary government paperwork and clearance for position.
For those desiring additional information please contact:
• Ms. Joann Sprague, Office and SST Logistics Office Manager
sst.inquiry@sunymaritime.edu
(718)409-7286
• Ms. Zoey Zibor, Training Ship Logistic Coordinator
zzibor@sunymaritime.edu
(718)409-7352
SUNY Maritime College is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled/Affirmative Action employer, committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For our full non-discrimination statement, see: http://www.sunymaritime.edu/affirmative-action.
SUNY Maritime College is committed to maintaining a safe environment for its students, faculty, staff, volunteers and the general public that use our facilities. Therefore, in order to ensure the hiring of employees of the highest integrity and to maintain a safe campus community, SUNY Maritime College will conduct pre-employment background investigations on all individuals for whom employment is to be offered.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of our crime statistics is available upon request by calling (718) 409-7305. It can also be viewed online by selecting University Police > Safety Information > Clery Safety Report (Annual Security & File Safety).
Application Instructions:
Persons interested in the above position should apply online at https://apptrkr.com/6788024. Please submit:
• Resume
• Cover letter. Please indicate clearly in your cover letter which cruise term you are interested in (A, B or FULL.) along with a statement addressing how your past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion will advance Maritime's commitment to inclusive excellence.
• Three recent references
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6788024