 Serving as the captain's right hand, the first officer is always on call, ready to support and lead. The first officer is responsible for the effective and efficient operation of the deck department. You will manage and supervise deck department resources, be proficient in the performance of handling various types of cargo and or navigational equipment, methods and techniques. You will serve as the training officer, damage control officer, security and safety officer aboard ship. Typically, this is not a position we recruit for externally. Military sea lift commands first officers by taking command of their careers have assumed ever increasing responsibilities as they moved up within the deck department officer ranks. They are an invaluable asset.