Manager, Field Operations, Expeditions, Pristine Seas (Science & Innovation) at National Geographic

Responsibilities Include:

Operations Planning (50%)

• Lead all field gear, medical, supplies, and equipment shipping and movement to the Argo and across the Pacific for the Global Expedition
• Co-manage Pristine Seas warehouse space in collaboration with Nuvair;
• Lead “home” point-of-contact for expeditions communications from the field
• Proactively maintain and repair expedition equipment to ensure consistent usability in the field;
• Assist with all pre-planning activities for expeditions, including but not limited to:
• Coordinate field logistics, in collaboration with Expedition Leader;
• Act as main liaison between Field Operations and NG HQ team;
• Onboard new expedition members, including visiting scientists and policy personnel, to PS culture and expectations during the expedition.
• Work alongside Expeditions Manager on staffing, permitting, event logistics, and travel requirements for expeditions
• Certification and safety support 
• Maintain trainings and certifications, including but not limited to:
• Advanced First Aid;
• Dive Medic Technician
• Recompression Chamber Operator;
• Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping.

Expeditions Field Ops (30%)

• Drive and maintain rigid inflatable boats as needed;
• Oversee expedition safety and equipment
• All PS boat operations and maintenance 
• Procure materials and supplies to be used in the field,
• Support technology and communications in the field (Iridium and Starlink);
• Operate and maintain air compressor on expedition vessel;
• Supplemental communications and social media support in the field
• Participate in community support activities as needed under the direction of the Expedition Leader

Expeditions First Aid (20%)

• Provide medical/first-aid support in the field, and support of the onboard MD with Health and COVID treatment protocol and management
• Operate and maintain hyperbaric chamber on board expedition vessel;
• Telemedicine liaison and primary field point of contact for MSOS;

What You’ll Bring

Educational Background

• Bachelor's Degree required

Minimum Years and Type of Experience

• 5-7 years in marine science, professional diving, professional boating and/or or marine field science support.
• Necessary Knowledge and Skills
• Significant and relevant field experience.  Prior experience on expedition ships strongly preferred.
• PADI Advanced Open Water certification or equivalent
• Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communications skills
• Outboard Motor Operator training
• Dive compressor operations

Desired Qualifications

Certifications:

• Advanced First Aid
• Recompression Chamber Operator
• Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping.
• Understanding of and passion for natural history and/or history & culture
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
• Ability to successfully work within a highly collaborative team environment