As assigned, performs duties of Purser and Deckhand for the County Ferry that transports passengers, vehicles, goods and services to and from Guemes Island.

This position is called upon to fill shifts that become available after the employee work schedule has been posted and cannot be filled by regular part-time and part-time employees. This classification has no guarantee of hours. Although this classification has no guarantee of hours, On-Call Purser/Deckhands will be called upon to fill in for day shifts, night shifts, weekends, and holidays; may work up to 176 hours per month if available.

Open and close gates, secure vessel at loading dock, raise and lower bridges and ramps, control and direct vehicles and passengers on and off the ferry. Minimum 2 years experience on vessels of similar tonnage is preferred.

Check oil and coolant levels in main engines and generator.

Assist mechanic or shift supervisor in diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical systems.

Ability to perform Crew drills as required per Coast Guard regulations.

Sell tickets and collect fare for passage of passengers and vehicles using the Ferry. Daily reconciliation of tickets sold and cash received. Make daily deposits; keep coast guard counts of vehicles and passengers.

Supervisory:
None.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
General maintenance on the vessel and at the terminals. This includes emptying trash receptacles, cleaning bathroom facilities, cleaning parking areas and painting.

Answers phone in office and provide information in a courteous and helpful manner to the public about Ferry service.

Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Passenger and vehicle ferry experience preferred or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the skills, knowledge, and ability necessary to perform the work.

Requires the knowledge of:

• Safety hazard procedures and safety standards for passenger carrying vessels and related facilities.
• General marine mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used on vessels of similar tonnage.

• Operate mechanical equipment and perform preventive or minor maintenance.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate courteously and clearly with the public and crew.
• Work accurately with numbers and money.
• Demonstrate basic seamanship skills such as knot tying and line handling.

SELECTION PROCESS:
Following review of applications and resumes, the highest qualified applicants will be interviewed and may be tested. After a selection is made, all applicants not selected will be notified in writing. Skagit County reserves the right to use applications received for this posting to fill any other positions within this classification which may open within six months following the closing of this position.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Skagit County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

It is the policy of Skagit County to follow all federal and state laws to ensure non-discrimination in its employment practices.

American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Notice: Individuals, who need an ADA accommodation to complete the application, test or interview process, please call: (360) 416-1380.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload. Changes to the position description may be made at the discretion of the employer.