Marina Dock Master

Overview

The Marina is a 24/7 operations schedule. The Marina Dockmaster supervises all field staff for 24-hour shifts, 365 days a year in and inclement weather. This position creates weekly schedules, keeps the Marina manager informed of overall Marina condition, and leads the team in preventative measures for bad weather events such as tropical storms, hurricanes, flooding, high winds, etc. The Marina Dockmaster researches the best practices, aids, and develops new marketing efforts and Marina growth and development as well as participates in new building and dock designs, sets goals for staff and is the public relations with tenants, general public, and other departments, identifies maintenance issues and coordinates work, tracks expenses, and provides staff training.

Responsibilities

• Supervises team, insuring they are completing all assigned tasks

• Trains team on proper use of equipment, tools, securing boats, identifying issues regarding vessels, tenants, and docks

• Schedules for repairs and work orders

• Creates weekly schedule

• Conducts employee performance evaluations

• Hires and trains team on first aid, blood borne pathogens, hazardous materials, lockout tagout procedures wearing proper PPE, confined and enclosed spaces, shipyard procedures, fire protection, material handling, safe boating techniques, mariner procedures and proper knot tying techniques

• Maintains all documentation

• Collects data for storm water pollution prevention monthly reports

• Responds to all environmental requests and reporting requirements

• Contacts and conducts all written reports for General Land Office, Texas Parks and Wildlife, and other agencies regarding such issues

• Maintains current spill prevention inventory, conducts trainings, meets regularly with local, state and federal agencies

• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by keeping current with industry

• Conducts periodic safety inspections of Marina complex: Peoples T-Head, Lawrence T-Head, and Coopers Alley L-Head. This includes infrastructure assets including docks, boat yard security of gates and Marina cameras

• Watches for occupational hazards, in compliance with safety regulations especially those related to boating, marina, navigation and water safety as well as other work-related precautions

• Informs the marina manager of all issues which could adversely impact the departments as well as positive impacts occurring

• Collaborates with vendors, contractors, other City departments such as Engineering Development Services, and Asset Management to coordinate work and complete projects and repairs

• Develops and maintains professional relationships with employees, other departments, and other outside agencies such as the Port of Corpus Christi

• Screens and responds to inquiries, issues, and complaints. Research additional information as needed

• Assists with planning of Marina infrastructure design and replacement

• Capital budgeting support and daily monitoring of maintenance purchases

• Provides administrative support if needed

• Develops, updates, and enforces standard operating procedures including rules regulations, and ordinances

• Maintains marina inventory including all assets such as boats, vehicles, life safety devices, golf carts, boat equipment and tools

• Performs other related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Exempt - Full-Time Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; required to be on call (Schedule could be subject to change)

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree (AA/AS) or 2-year technical certificate

• Four (4) years of related marina operations/boat operations experience and supervising personnel

or

• High school Diploma/GED

• Six (6) years of related marina operations/boat operations experience and supervising personnel

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

• General knowledge of marine electrical, plumbing, boat engines, vessels, and hydraulic systems

• Must be able to swim

Required within six (6) months of hire

• First Aid / CPR Certification

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: February 16, 2026

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• City of Corpus Christi

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