Board of Marine Pilots Attention: The division is recruiting for multiple positions across the state to fill vacancies in important roles. Most positions are telework-capable and could work outside our home office locations. Click here to review job descriptions and apply. Check back often as new recruitments are added. Questions? Send us an email. Customer Contact Form Do you have questions about your professional license? Please fill out our Customer Contact Form for the fastest response. Public Notice: Supplemental Notice of Proposed Regulations The Board of Marine Pilots proposes to update regulations regarding license renewal. Notice of Proposed Regulations Proposed Regulations Proposed Regulations FAQ Written comments deadline: 4:30 p.m. on September 29, 2022 The Board of Marine Pilots is staffed by the Division of Corporations, Business, and Professional Licensing. A representative for the Commissioner of the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development also serves on the Board. Board members, except the Commissioner's representative, are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Legislature. The Board adopts regulations to carry out its mission to provide efficient and competent pilotage service for the protection of shipping, the safety of human life and property, and the protection of the marine environment. It makes final licensing decisions and takes disciplinary action against people who violate the licensing laws. The Board meets three times a year and offers a public comment period at each meeting. Meeting agendas are available from the Marine Pilot Coordinator. Licensees must also obtain an Alaska Business License Regulated Professions Deputy Marine Pilot Marine Pilot Vessel Agent Recommended Reading: 10 steps to becoming a State of Alaska Licensed Marine Pilot. Sealife Awareness Vessel Disturbance Guidance: Alaska Harbor Seal Approach Guidelines Whale Avoidance: Five things you can do to reduce the risk of whale strikes Board of Marine Pilots Listserv Now Available! Subscribe to the Alaska Board of Marine Pilots electronic mailing list and receive: Meeting Notifications Board Meeting Agendas Notice of Proposed Changes to Regulations You may cancel your subscription at any time. You are subscribing to a group email for informal communications. Subscribe Now Contact Information Thomas Bay, Marine Pilot Coordinator Phone: (907) 465-2543 Email: BoardOfMarinePilots@Alaska.Gov PO Box 110806 Juneau, AK 99811-0806