Waterfront Staff Assistant

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 Waterfront Staff Assistant will provide the office support necessary to continue the growth and enhancement of SUNY Maritime College's Waterfront activities and Community Programs. The Waterfront Staff Assistant will directly support the four full-time Waterfront staff and assist sailing and rowing coaches as well as Community Programs staff.

Responsibilities:

Office Administration (40%)

• Order supplies and course materials
• Manage accounts payable/receivables
• Maintain accurate records (i.e., orders, expenses, calendars, boat, trailer, sail inventories)
• Manage staff onboarding

Coordinate Community Programs (40%)

• Manage promotion, registration, and fulfillment for community programs (i.e. summer camp, swimming lessons, first aid classes, sailing and powerboat classes)
• Provide outstanding customer service in-person, on the phone, and online
• Arrange program logistics and scheduling assets and instructors/coaches
• Assist with execution of programs and special events

Support the success of colleagues and other duties as assigned (20%)

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree
• 2-3 years of experience working in an office environment
• Organized, attention to details, enthusiastic, willing to continually learn and grow
• Competent in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Experience with Slate or other database/CRM systems
• Experience with Coursestorm, Marketplace or other program registration software
• Experience with collegiate student activities and/or community programs, particularly summer camps, sailing or water related activities
• Experience administering community programs and/or special events
• Experience with social media and digital media

Additional Information:

Classification/Salary Range: The Staff Assistant is a UUP position. The anticipated salary range is $60,000 - $70,000. Salary will be commensurate with experience with an outstanding benefits package (for more information please see the UUP-FT-Benefits-at-a-Glance.pdf). Review of applications to commence immediately and conclude when the position is filled.

Special Notes: This is a full-time calendar year appointment UUP Position. Fair Labor Standard Acts (FLSA) Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously.

Budget Title: Staff Assistant
Local Title: Waterfront Staff Assistant
Line #: 00047

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. Please submit:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume/CV
3. Statement addressing how past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion will advance Maritime's commitment to inclusive excellence
4. Names and contact information of three professional references

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/7083249

About the Company:
Proceanic is committed to delivering high-quality ROV services and solutions, ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations. Our mission is to provide innovative, reliable robotic inspection and asset integrity services while fostering a culture of teamwork and operational excellence.
About the Role:
A ROV Assistant Operator serves as an important team member of ROV teams and plays a supporting role in offshore ROV inspections and other robotic inspections. The primary objective of this position is to support day-today logistical, technical, and operational aspects of ROV operations to ensure the smooth running of Company and Client ROV projects in accordance with project requirements, safety standards, and quality expectations.
Responsibilities
• Working in accordance with corporate technical, quality, and HSE policies and strategies
• Develop and maintain high-quality working relationships within Proceanic and Client teams
• Support ROV Operations Coordinator, ROV Supervisors, and Operators with inspection-specific technical needs
• Assist in training and on-the-job development of junior team members as appropriate. In the Office:
• Support the ROV Operations Coordinator with maintenance, repair, tooling, and integration of mini-ROV systems
• Assist with and learn to produce detailed multimedia inspection reports in accordance with client and Company standards.
• Assist with training and mentoring junior staff under supervision.
• Provide engineering and technical input into ROV system modifications, tooling, and integration activities.
• Assist with equipment preparation, mobilization, demobilization, and inventory tracking In the Field:
• Support ROV teams performing inspections of offshore, maritime, and other subsea assets using ROV systems.
• Provide professional input, as appropriate, to team members and client representatives based on inspection findings.
• Perform underwater hull inspections using mini-ROV systems and associated tooling.
• Perform tank, confined space, and internal structural inspections using mini-ROV systems
• Participate in risk management activities (risk assessments, JSA’s, toolbox talks, etc.)
• Perform physically demanding offshore tasks, including handling ROVs, tethers, tooling, and equipment cases; climbing ladders and stairs; and working in confined or elevated spaces
• Implement and comply with company safety procedures
• Follow company systems for quality, safety, environmental, and technical operations
• Extensive travel (up to 50% of the year), including offshore and remote locations, as required
• Perform other duties as assigned by the ROV Operations Coordinator or ROV Supervisors at client locations
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Marine, Ocean, or related engineering / technical discipline (or equivalent practical experience)
Other Requirements:
Valid Driver’s License Ability to pass Drug & Alcohol screening

Do you want to be a part of the clean energy movement? Are you passionate about improving our environment for this generation and those to follow? Are you ready to take on new challenges and collaborate with a future-focused team leading the way into new markets? Join Nexamp!

This is where you can learn from industry leaders and become one yourself. It's fast-paced, mission-based work that challenges the status quo. Be on the team that's changing the world.

What we’re looking for:

As a Control Room Operator at Nexamp, you’ll work with cutting edge and emerging technologies, and play a critical leadership role in overseeing 24/7 real-time operations of a rapidly expanding fleet of distributed and utility-scale renewable energy assets.

Nexamp is seeking motivated and diligent individuals to serve as Control Room Operators at its 24-hour Operations Center in Lawrence, Mass. You will be responsible for the 24x7x365 real-time remote monitoring and operation of Nexamp’s Solar and Energy Storage assets. You will help to evolve Nexamp’s Operations Center as the portfolio grows and will participate in scheduled shiftwork operations. You will also mentor and train a team of Distributed Generation Operators (DGOs) in the monitoring, remote troubleshooting and operation of Nexamp and third-party owned assets. You will report to the Manager, Nexamp Operations Center. This role will be an in-person, rotating shift-based role out of our Lawrence, MA, Operations Center.

What you’ll do:

Operate Nexamp solar, storage, and future utility scale generation assets through safe and effective remote monitoring and control of the managed portfolio, including ancillary and balance of plant equipment, by detecting alarms, parameter changes, outages, and abnormal conditions to maintain stable, efficient, and compliant operations.
Identify and respond to abnormal operating conditions, including undocumented scenarios,
Perform remote troubleshooting using monitoring platforms to diagnose and resolve common issues, escalating to on-site personnel when necessary.
Optimize system performance in accordance with established procedures to maximize revenue while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements and achieving defined KPIs.
Coordinate with regional transmission operators, local ISOs, and site operations & maintenance (O&M) personnel to receive and execute operational directives, including scheduled maintenance and real-time response to abnormal conditions or unexpected disruptions, in accordance with Nexamp processes and SOPs.
Record operational data, maintain logs, and compile and distribute reports as required.
Provide guidance, training, and day-to-day support to Distributed Generation Operators on operating procedures, customer and utility interactions, and emergency response, while contributing to team development.
Complete all required internal and external training, including NERC and ISO/RTO certifications as applicable.
Collaborate cross-functionally across business units to share operational insights, contribute lessons learned, and support lifecycle decision-making for current and future assets.
Support the development and continuous improvement of standard operating procedures, including creating SOPs for future utility scale assets and reviewing and enhancing existing DGO SOPs.
What you’ll bring:

At least 2 years of relevant operational experience, such as military watch standing, maritime roles on merchant vessels or oil rigs (engineering or non engineering), or watch standing in a traditional thermal power plant. Experience in control room operation within power generation is preferred.
A 2-year degree in Electrical Technology/Engineering or the ability to demonstrate equivalent knowledge through related course work and/or experience.
Advanced computer skills including experience in SCADA system operations, MS Office Suite, familiar with Remote Desktop.
Basic knowledge of the Bulk Electric System including AC electrical generation and high voltage transmission processes, with the ability to remotely troubleshoot plant equipment
Availability to work rotating shift work, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays.
Availability to fill scheduled and unscheduled job vacancies is required.
Willingness and ability to develop and complete an extensive in-house training program as well as NERC or ISO equivalent certification programs in order to pass a certification exam and/or meet industry requirements and subsequently maintain these qualifications, as required.
Commitment to Nexamp's mission and a desire to build a smarter, stronger energy future.
Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization.
Experience in taking initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across an organization. We value accountability and an ownership mentality.
Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify the root causes of problems, and present creative solutions.
Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust and loyalty across the industry.
Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and then apply that knowledge effectively to inform business decisions.
If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please apply.

At Nexamp, our mission is to build the future of energy so it is clean, simple, and accessible for all. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. By encouraging a culture where ideas and decisions come from all people, we believe it will help us grow, innovate, and be a part of environmental and social change.

You’ll love working here because:

Not only will you get to take part in meaningful work and have the chance to change the world alongside innovative, dedicated, and motivated peers, but you will also have access to all the benefits that Nexamp offers! This includes our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one; flexible paid time off and holiday PTO; commuter benefits, and cell phone reimbursement. We have headquarters in Boston, MA and Chicago, IL, in addition to growing offices nationwide. We provide healthy snacks, coffee, service days and other volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more!

Compensation

The reasonably estimated salary for this role at Nexamp ranges from $39/hour - $42/hour. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual bonus programs based on individual and company performance, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans). Additionally, you may be eligible to participate in the Company’s stock option plan. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but is not limited to, skills and qualifications, internal equity, performance, and geographic location.

Nexamp's People team manages all aspects of recruitment and hiring within our organization. We want to inform third-party recruiters, staffing firms, and related agencies that Nexamp does not accept unsolicited resumes. Resumes will only be considered from these entities if a signed agreement is in place and the People team explicitly authorizes external recruiting assistance for a specific position. Any unsolicited resumes received will be deemed the property of Nexamp. We want to emphasize that Nexamp is not liable for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.

The Hope Group, A SunSource Company, is New England’s leading provider of fluid power and motion control solutions for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and MROs. The Hope Group has over 100,000 square feet of warehousing, fabrication, and administration facilities to complement its manufacturing capacity. We’re more than a parts distributor. Our customers rely on us to help identify and solve the efficiency and productivity challenges they face. www.thehopegroup.com

If you enjoy being in front of customers, working through applications, and turning technical expertise into long-term partnerships, this role is built for you.
Essential Functions
• Own and grow your territory by managing existing accounts and developing new OEM and end-user relationships
• Plan and execute weekly sales calls using CRM to prioritize opportunities and drive results
• Sell solutions, not just components — design and propose fluid connector solutions including hoses, tube fittings, quick couplings, and instrumentation
• Be the technical expert — apply your motion control knowledge to identify, specify, and close opportunities
• Collaborate internally with inside sales, application engineers, marketing, and management to deliver best-in-class customer support
• Run product demos and Lunch-and-Learns at customer sites with factory and THG resources
• Stay sharp by attending product training, factory schools, and sales meetings
• Work with vendor partners through joint sales calls and networking opportunities
• Create cross-selling opportunities by promoting other Hope Group divisions and services
• Resolve issues proactively — investigate concerns and ensure customer satisfaction
Experience, Education and Skills
• 2+ years of industrial field sales experience
• Background in mechanical seals a huge plus
• Hands-on experience with hoses, tube fittings, quick couplings, and instrumentation preferred
• Ability to identify, select, and specify components based on customer applications
• Comfortable working independently in the field and collaborating with internal teams
• Strong communication, organization, and follow-up skills
• Technically proficient with MS Office products and ability to learn and effectively use a CRM system
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (mechanical, electrical, or engineering disciplines a plus)
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within the territory
Why The Hope Group?
• Market leader in fluid power and motion control
• Deep engineering, fabrication, and manufacturer support
• Diverse customer base across OEM and MRO markets
• Autonomy to manage your territory like a business
• Backed by SunSource — a stable, growth-focused organization
• If you’re a technically minded sales professional who wants to be valued for what you know, not just what you sell
• The Hope Group offers the platform to grow.