Asst. Chair Maritime Technology & Operations and/or Faculty Position -Towing Industry Focus - SUNY Maritime College
Location: Bronx, NY Category: Faculty Positions Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Wed Jun 17 2026 Job Description:
SUNY Maritime College is seeking experienced towing industry professionals to join the Marine Transportation Department in a full-time instructional role. This position is ideal for a licensed tugboat or towing vessel mariner including those currently sailing who is interested in transitioning ashore while remaining closely connected to the industry. The successful candidate will bring real-world towing experience into the classroom, simulator, and waterfront training environment, preparing students for careers in:
- Tug and barge operations
- Harbor assist and ship handling
- Coastal and inland towing
- Small vessel commercial operations
Two Career Paths Available
Candidates may be considered for one of the following roles based on experience and interest:
1. Assistant Chair (Leadership Track)
- Lead and manage the AAS Marine Technology (Limited License) program
- Oversee curriculum, student outcomes, and program development
- Work closely with faculty, administration, and industry partners
2. Faculty Member (Teaching Track)
- Focus primarily on instruction and student training
- Teach towing and small vessel operations courses
- Support hands-on and simulation-based learning
What You'll Do
- Teach courses such as:
- Advanced Towing Operations
- Business of Towing
- Bridge Resource Management (BRM)
- Deliver hands-on, practical instruction using:
- Real-world case studies
- Vessel operations scenarios
- Simulation and waterfront training
- Prepare students for U.S. Coast Guard limited license and towing careers
- Set up and prepare cadet shipping billets/apprentice mate billets with industry partners and
evaluate apprentice/cadet projects.
- Mentor and advise students pursuing careers in the towing industry
- Support and utilize:
- Simulation labs
- Waterfront training facilities
- Instructional vessels
- Build relationships with:
- Tug and towing companies
- Maritime employers
- Industry organizations
- Participate in:
- Recruitment and workforce pipeline development
- Program improvement and curriculum updates
- Department and college service activities
Summer Opportunities
During the summer, faculty may:
- Support industry outreach and recruiting initiatives
- Participate in Summer Sea Term aboard the Training Ship Empire State (for additional compensation)
Why This Role May Be a Good Fit
- Transition from sailing to a stable shoreside career
- Stay connected to the towing industry
- Share your experience with the next generation of mariners
- Work in a hands-on training environment, not just a classroom
- Opportunities for additional sea time through Summer Sea Term
Job Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
- U.S. Coast Guard Master of Towing Vessels (1600 GRT or greater)
- Valid Towing Officer Assessment Record (TOAR)
- Recent towing industry experience while actively sailing under license
- Strong knowledge of:
- Tug and barge operations
- Vessel handling and safety
- Regulatory requirements
- Ability to translate operational experience into practical instruction
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
(Exception: Highly qualified licensed mariners without a degree may be considered based on
experience)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Designated Duty Engineer (DDE) credential (or willingness to obtain)
- Teaching, training, or mentoring experience
- Experience with maritime simulators
- Industry engagement or workforce development experience
- Graduate degree (or willingness to pursue one)
- Additional endorsements such as:
- Tankerman PIC (DL/LG)
- Barge
- DP
- Other relevant towing or vessel endorsements
Additional Considerations
- Active licenses are preferred, but licenses in continuity will be considered
- Commercial towing experience is strongly preferred
- Relevant USN, USCG, or NOAA experience will be considered
- Hawsepipers are encouraged to apply
This role is built for experienced towing professionals who want to bring their knowledge ashore and make a
direct impact on the next generation of mariners. Practical experience is valued as highly as academic
credentials.
Additional Information:
Classification: This full-time faculty UUP position will be a 10-month academic appointment (August-May). Titles,
from Lecturer (non-tenure-track) to Assistant Professor (tenure-track), will be based on
qualifications and experience. The anticipated salary will be $68,000.00 to $90,000.00 for the contract and includes an outstanding benefits package (for more information, please see the ). Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Review of applications will commence immediately and conclude when the position is filled.
Special Notes: Fair Labor Standard Acts (FLSA) Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external searches to occur simultaneously.
Budget Title: Lecturer or Assistant Professor 10 Months
Local Title: Lecturer or Assistant Professor 10 Months
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