Chief Richard B. Nighelli and the Marion Police Department welcome Cameron Wentworth as the Town of Marion’s new Harbormaster.
Following a unanimous vote Tuesday evening, May 12, by the Marion Select Board, Wentworth was selected to serve as Harbormaster pending successful contract negotiations.
“I am honored to be given the opportunity to serve as the Marion Harbormaster,” Wentworth said. “As someone who truly enjoys time on and around the water, I understand how important the harbor is to the residents, visitors, commercial industries and recreation. I look forward to working with all of the interested parties and partners in the harbor to continue to provide a safe, organized, and enjoyable environment for everyone.”
Harbormaster Wentworth has been splitting his time between three towns, working full-time as Assistant Harbormaster in Plymouth, and part-time as a Berkley Police officer and a Carver firefighter. He became a POST-Certified Officer in 2019 and graduated from the Massachusetts Maritime Academy in 2020.
“I have had the privilege to work as an Assistant Harbormaster for the Town of Plymouth for the past six years after graduating from the Massachusetts Maritime Academy,” Wentworth said. “I have also worked part time as a police officer for the Town of Berkley, and a Call Firefighter and Rescue Diver for the Carver Fire Department. I hope to bring a piece of each of these experiences to Marion to serve the Town to the best of my ability.”
The incoming Harbormaster has earned numerous certificates – 50-Ton Masters Captains License, National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) Officer Water Survival, MA Shellfish Constable, DEP Oil Spill Response, USCG Towing Endorsement, Marine Medical Emergencies, Boating Under the Influence Detection, FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot, NASBLA Boat Crew Member, NASBLA Pursuit and Stop, Open/Water Dry Suit SCUBA Diver and Police ATV Operations – satisfying Harbormaster Training Council Requirements.
The Town of Marion’s Harbormaster is the individual responsible for leading and safeguarding Marion’s harbor and waterways.
“On behalf of the Marine Resources Commission (MRC), I welcome Cam to Marion and look forward to a productive relationship,” said Marion Marine Resources Commission Chair Vin Malkoski. “The MRC is committed to working closely with the Harbormaster to manage the harbors and local waters, and we look forward to a productive relationship.”
As the primary authority on the water, the Harbormaster serves as a trusted liaison to the boating community, marine businesses, and residents, while overseeing the enforcement of all federal, state, and local maritime laws and regulations.
“Cameron is a very qualified professional, and I feel confident he will serve the Town of Marion well as Harbormaster,” said Marion Select Board Chair Randy L. Parker. “His application really checked all of the boxes for us. His wide-ranging experience in both the police and fire professions will be invaluable as he takes on this vital role.”
Working under the direction of the Chief of Police, this role partners closely with public safety agencies to ensure Marion’s harbor remains safe, well-managed, and respected throughout the region.
“I’d like to welcome our new Harbormaster to our department and to our community,” said Chief Nighelli. “I am confident he is well-prepared to take on this important public-facing role. I have conveyed to him that he will find strong community support here, and I look forward to him fostering positive relationships with the boating community and all harbor stakeholders as he works to ensure the safe and effective management of our waterways.”