The Overnight Night Watchperson provides critical overnight safety and monitoring during Nauticus’ Overnight Programs. This position maintains a consistent overnight presence, conducts walkthroughs, monitors facilities, and supports the safety of participants, staff, and assets. The Night Watchperson does not lead educational activities; the focus is safety, vigilance, facility monitoring, and guest support during quiet hours.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Safety Monitoring
- Serve as the primary safety point of contact during overnight hours.
- Conduct hourly walkthroughs of assigned ship/museum areas.
- Monitor exits, emergency pathways, and sleeping areas for hazards or issues.
- Ensure guests comply with safety rules and remain in designated areas.
- Report facility concerns, unusual behavior, or maintenance issues promptly.
- Complete nightly logs, incident reports, and checklists as required.
2. Guest and Staff Support
- Respond professionally to nighttime questions, needs, or minor issues.
- Assist educators and the Overnight Manager when needed.
- Work with the Overnight Manager and team to ensure smooth and efficient program flow.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with group leaders.
- Provide on Maintain a positive, welcoming, and mission-focused environment.
- Maintain awareness of shipboard and museum hazards and report concerns promptly.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Strong situational awareness and reliability.
- Ability to remain alert and attentive throughout overnight shifts.
- Strong group facilitation and communication skills.
- Security, military, camp, or facilities experience preferred but not required.
- Comfortable navigating ladders, stairs, and tight passageways aboard the battleship.
- CPR/First Aid/AED preferred (or willingness to obtain.)
- Ability to manage groups in a dynamic environment.
- This position primarily requires availability on Friday and Saturday evenings, with occasional weeknight shifts as needed to support program operations
Hourly Rate Range:
$18 – $25 per hour
