Simulator Operations Manager

DP Operations Manager

New Orleans metro area

SCOPE OF DUTIES

The duties of the DP Specialist & Technical Instructor shall include, but are not necessarily limited to the following:

• Conducts analysis and confers with operations leadership, functional subject matter specialists and others to determine relevant training needs
• Reviews and keeps abreast of any DP related incidents; integrating “lessons learned” into DP training curricula
• Manages DP CAAP and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programs including maintaining curriculum and ensuring mariner completion compliance
• Operates and maintains all aspects of the Company’s DP simulator equipment, including troubleshooting, communicating with vendors, updating software as necessary, and configuring simulation of both Company and industry DP events
• Compiles data and analyzes previous and current year training requirements in order to prepare budgets and justify funds requested
• Selects appropriate instructional procedures or methods such as individual training, group instruction, self-study, lectures, demonstrations, simulation exercises, role play, and computer-based training
• Assists with obtaining and maintains the Simulator Training Program’s OSVDPA and Nautical Institute accreditations
• Organizes and develops relevant training manuals, reference library, testing and evaluation procedures, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Credentials: Bachelor’s degree in any maritime related or training related coursework preferred; credentialed mariner with DP certificate from the Nautical Institute or OSVDPA is required.
Experience: Five to seven years of experience sailing as an officer with at least one year of training and development experience.
Skills:
• Working knowledge of adult learning concepts is preferred.
• Multi-lingual capabilities are preferred (English, Spanish/Portuguese).

• Excellent presentation skills, including written and verbal communication skills, and experience building successful relationships and partnerships at all organizational levels.
• Ability to speak in front of a group and be easily understood.
• Must have proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, ensure confidentiality, and work with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention-to-detail, troubleshooting and critical thinking skills required.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations related to DP and training.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of mariners, managers, executives, clients, and customers as needed.
• Ability to proactively collaborate with others.
• Must be willing to board and ride vessels to increase understanding of how this role supports our business.

COMPETENCIES

Critical Thinking
• Thoroughly gathers information and facts before making decisions or recommendations
• Proactively identifies problems and solutions before they escalate
• Recognizes when advice and additional resources should be sought
• Demonstrates willingness to make decisions
Plan & Execute
• Quickly acts to bring closure to problems and issues
• Communicates clear goals, action steps and timelines to accomplish objectives
• Holds people accountable in a timely and consistent manner
Inspire Trust
• Takes personal responsibility for decisions and mistakes; does not shift blame
• Manages through influence and inspiration rather than intimidation or control
• Creates an environment where open-dialogue is encouraged and is an active listener
• Is approachable and accessible to people; deals with people in a professional and respectful manner
Collaborate
• Keeps all parties informed of problems and issues; regularly interacts with peers to share information
• Works collaboratively across departments, functions and business lines
• Builds personal relationships with people across the company

• Offers his/her time and support to help others accomplish their objectives

Manage Change
• Remains open-minded to others’ ideas and input
• Embraces rather than resists change; explains the reasons and benefits behind change
• Consistently seeks opportunities to improve processes and reduce costs
• Fully supports company decisions and initiatives; demonstrates flexibility when priorities shift
Business Judgment
• Aligns day-to-day activities with company priorities and needs
• Anticipates the implications of his/her decisions on the P&L
• Is a knowledgeable expert in his/her area of responsibility
• Demonstrates a full understanding of the company’s business model