Senior Deck Officer

American Cruise Lines seeks a skilled Mate to oversee the safe operation of our fleet sailing along the East Coast, Pacific Northwest, Columbia-Snake Rivers, and Mississippi-Ohio-Cumberland Rivers. Our U.S. flag ships are state-of-the-art vessels designed for safe operation and five-star service to 100-200 guests.

The ideal candidate will have experience as a senior shipboard officer, responsible for adherence to company and regulatory standards, and representing the company as a professional leader and example. As a Mate, you will be an experienced mariner with piloting experience in challenging coastal and river waterways, skilled at team and time management, and a prudent decision-maker continually reducing risk by keeping crew tasks ahead of daily and weekly schedules. Additionally, you will be a people-oriented leader and meticulous professional, dedicated to providing excellent service to our guests and serving as a positive example to our crews.

American Cruise Lines offers competitive pay and benefits, including comprehensive professional development programs. Mates enjoy comfortable onboard stateroom accommodations and chef-prepared meals. Our company operates its own bridge simulator, enabling rigorous recurrent training and development focused on critical decision-making and advanced piloting skills.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced mariner to join our team and contribute to the success of American Cruise Lines. We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary: $60,000 - $80,000 per year.
• Health, dental, and vision plans available.
• Matching 401(k) plan available.
• World-class training in our own ship simulator facility.
• Covered expenses: travel to and from your assigned vessel, room and board, uniforms, and paid training from industry experts.

The responsibilities of this role include:Key Responsibilities:

• Safety and security of passengers, crew, and vessel.
• Prudent vessel watchkeeping and safe vessel operations, adhering to company and regulatory standards.
• Daily inspection of all vessel interior and exterior spaces.
• Supervision and development of third mates, engineers, and deckhands.
• Execution of vessel cleaning, sanitation, maintenance, and logistics.
• Execution of crew orientation, training, watch standing, and emergency drills.
• Teamwork with hotel officers and service crew ensuring five-star guest service.
• Administrative documentation of cleaning, sanitation, maintenance, and logistics.
• Leadership of a safe, secure, clean, and comfortable onboard environment for passengers and crew.

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