The California State University · 2 months ago
MLML Dive MOU Program Assistant (Temp)
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$4,799/mo - $6,992/moThe California State University is seeking a temporary MLML Dive MOU Program Assistant to provide administrative and logistical support to the Moss Landing Marine Laboratories’ Scientific Diving Program. The role involves organizing dive plans, managing diver certifications and training, and facilitating communication between research divers and the Diving Safety Officer.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Review and process scientific diving documentation, including Webdiver records, certification materials, dive plans, and dive logs
Communicate clearly and consistently with divers, the Diving Safety Officer, and Marine Operations regarding dive schedules, plans, and documentation
Track the status and condition of diving equipment and provide timely updates to the Diving Safety Officer for assessment and maintenance needs
Conduct scientific diving activities, observing divers in refresher sessions, classes, research dives, and certification coursework, and provide detailed performance observations to the Diving Safety Officer
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training
Administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs
Preferred
Masters of Science, Marine Biology, Scientific Diving Certification from an AAUS accredited Scientific Diving Program, current SCUBA dive instructor with nationally recognized dive agency
Current AAUS Certification, experience with small boat and diving operations
Practical knowledge of the operation and handling of small boats as related to diving and diving safety procedures. Working knowledge of small boat navigational principles and related operation skills are desirable. Knowledge of environmental conditions off California as it relates to safe diving and boating
SCUBA diving from the shore or from a boat at sea. Work may occur in the early mornings, evenings and weekends depending on the department's research diving needs, weather and sea conditions
Benefits
San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary.
Company
The California State University
The California State University is the largest system of four-year higher education in the country, with 22 campuses, 56,000 faculty and staff and more than 450,000 students.
Founded in 1947
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$8.85MKey Investors
DensoNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)Dale Carlsen
2024-10-30Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
2018-10-26Grant· $2.7M
Leadership Team
Steve Relyea
Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer
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