Position Summary
The Manager of Shore-Based Maritime Training & Cadet Programming is responsible for overseeing and managing the development and implementation of shoreside training programs for shipboard positions. Additionally, this role will develop and implement a cadet training program that drives greater cadet development and ultimately drives higher cadet retention. This role requires collaboration with various departments and stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of training initiatives. The position is a member of the Safety & Marine Standards division within the Global Marine Operations department of Royal Caribbean Group.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Optimize training program budgets to ensure cost-effectiveness and efficient resource allocation.
2. Create and manage training schedules to ensure timely delivery of courses and programs.
3. Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate collaboration and support for training initiatives.
4. Conduct quality assurance assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and identify areas for improvement.
5. Oversee officer assessments to ensure compliance with corporate marine management training initiatives.
6. Develop and implement a comprehensive cadet training program that promotes greater retention and success.
7. Explore opportunities to create shore-based training courses to enhance the skills and knowledge and promote the continuous improvement of shore-based marine management positions (e.g., Port Captain, Ship Manager, DPA, Superintendent, Surveyor, etc.).
8. Collaborate with HR colleagues to support university relationships and recruit cadets for training programs.
9. Perform other duties as required. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management.
Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills:
10. Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., maritime studies, education, human resources).
11. Proven experience in developing and implementing training programs, preferably in the maritime industry.
12. Strong knowledge of shore-based management positions and cadet training requirements.
13. Excellent organizational and project management skills.
14. Effective communication and relationship management abilities.
15. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
16. Familiarity with marine operations and classification societies is a plus.
17. In-depth understanding of shore-based training methodologies and best practices.
18. Proficiency in budget management and optimization.
19. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
20. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
21. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those requirements employees must meet to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing job functions, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to move about the office complex or vessels. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations. The environment includes office locations, and/or moving inside/outside the office. A high noise level is possible if visiting shipboard, shipyard, dry dock, or offsite locations. Personal protective equipment will be provided as needed in these situations.