Academic Wage-Hourly: 2025 Motorboat Operator Training Course Instructor Pool

Academic Wage-Hourly: 2025 Motorboat Operator Training Course Instructor Pool

Special Instructions: In order to maintain an active status within the pool, applicants will need to reapply annually. If you no longer wish to remain an applicant, you can withdraw your application. Note that you will not be able to reapply until the next year.

Applicants are contacted only when a temporary need arises for the Motorboat Operator Training Course Instructor position.

Application Requirements

• A resume/CV
• A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
• Upload License or Certifications:

• Completion of the Motorboat Operator Instructor Training Course (MOITC) or equivalent.
• Documented experience participating in the instruction of at least one MOTC or equivalent course within the past 3 years, and one within the past 5 years.

Required references: The names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers.

Contact: Taylor Eaton, Taylor.Eaton@oregonstate.edu or 541-698-8356.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Starting salary will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

Position Information

Department: Marine Operations (RMO)

Appointment Type: Academic Wage

Job Location: Newport

Job Summary

Oregon State University’s Ship Operations unit invites applications for future full‑time (1.00 FTE), 12‑month, hourly academic wage Motorboat Operator Training Course Instructor positions. Appointments will last up to one year from appointment date.

Key Responsibilities

Educational Delivery – 60%

• Deliver established curriculum for the Motorboat Operator Training Course in classroom, dockside, and on‑water environments.
• Tailor instructional approaches to meet the needs of adult learners and OSU‑affiliated research personnel.
• Reinforce key learning outcomes related to water safety, vessel handling, and environmental awareness.
• Assist with student assessment and skill demonstration requirements.
• Help create and revise teaching aids, checklists, and supplementary learning materials.

Program Coordination and Support – 20%

• Prepare training materials, equipment, and safety gear prior to each session.
• Conduct post‑course debriefs and recommend improvements to curriculum or delivery logistics.
• Collaborate with the Boating Safety Officer and other instructors to ensure consistency and alignment with university safety policies.
• Coordinate with faculty, staff, and field users to help schedule and accommodate training needs.
• Monitor participant engagement and training progress throughout each course session.

Outreach and Engagement – 10%

• Promote water safety education and the Small Boat Program through interactions with faculty, researchers, and students.
• Help orient new small boat users to MOTC course requirements and expectations.
• Represent the program during public education events, water safety drills, or other university outreach efforts.
• Contribute to building an inclusive and safety‑oriented learning environment for all participants.

Records and Evaluation – 10%

• Track course participation and training completion using standardized forms and online tools.
• Collect informal feedback from course participants and identify areas for improvement.
• Submit required documentation to maintain university compliance and instructor qualification standards.
• Assist in maintaining accurate instructional logs and compliance records for audit purposes.

What You Will Need

• Completion of the Motorboat Operator Instructor Training Course (MOITC) or equivalent.
• Documented experience participating in the instruction of at least one MOTC or equivalent course within the past 3 years, and one within the past 5 years.
• Demonstrated skill in teaching, training, or instructional delivery for adult learners.
• Demonstrated experience operating small boats in a range of environments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of learners and colleagues.
• Familiarity with the maintenance and safe operation of small boats and equipment (e.g., outboard motors, trailers).
• Competence in using computers for communication, recordkeeping, and data entry.
• Ability to foster an inclusive learning environment and embrace a diverse set of ideas, perspectives and backgrounds.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license, and be determined to be position qualified.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Certification as a “Lead Instructor” or “Course Administrator” from the Scientific Boating Safety Association (SBSA) or the U.S. Department of the Interior Watercraft Safety Program.
• Authorization to teach advanced MOTC modules (e.g., Open Water, River, or Non‑Motorized Modules).
• Experience coordinating instructional activities with multiple partners or stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive education and safety practices.
• Experience assisting with program evaluation, training material development, or peer instructional review.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

• Regular outdoor work in a variety of field settings including rivers, bays, and offshore marine environments.
• Exposure to inclement weather and cold‑water conditions.
• Frequent lifting, loading, and transport of equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Physical ability to assist in rescue simulations and extraction scenarios.
• Occasional weekend work and overnight travel may be required.
• Must be eligible to drive OSU Motor Pool vehicles, including full‑size pickups with trailers.

Pay Method

Hourly

Pay Period: 16th – 15th of the following month

Pay Date: Last working day of the month

Recommended Full‑Time Salary Range

Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.

Recruitment

Competitive / External – open to ALL qualified applicants.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• License or Certification – 1
• License or Certification – 2
• License or Certification – 3
• License or Certification – 4
• VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation).

Notice of Availability

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing Clery.Compliance@oregonstate.edu.