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Paid Positions
TICKET SALES AND OUTREACH ASSOCIATE
JOB DESCRIPTION
Gundalow Company seeks a self-motivated, organized, and enthusiastic individual to join our team of 3-4 ticket sales associates. This is a part-time seasonal position with around 20 hours a week available on a very flexible schedule, typically from around noon to 6pm throughout the week. Ideal candidates would be available 2-3 days a week (including Saturdays) through September, and 12-5pm on weekend days through the end of October.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Process ticket sales using a tablet and phone at the “podium” by the dock in Prescott Park
• Answer the phone, take care of passengers’ questions
• Facilitate the boarding process, check-in passengers, coordinate boarding time with crew
• Keep track of daily passerby statistics, weather, etc.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Outgoing, and eager to talk to people by the dock, especially leading to ticket sales
• Ability to “read your audience” – not everyone wants to go sailing!
• Ability to sell tickets on the phone and using the iPad – training provided
• Willingness to learn about the Gundalow Company’s mission and local history
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
The nonprofit Gundalow Company’s mission is to protect the Piscataqua region’s maritime heritage and environment through education and action. To fulfill our mission, we use a recently built, traditional, wooden gundalow as our floating/sailing classroom for school groups, River Rats Camp, Public sails and private charters.
12-30 hours per week. Must include one ‘weekend’ shift of Friday, Saturday, or Sunday each week.
TO APPLY:
Please contact Andy Goodell at operations@gundalow.org, with your interest. A cover letter & resume is ideal, otherwise please provide your recent work experience. Applications accepted until position is filled.
Requirements:
- A strong environmental ethic, plenty of enthusiasm, flexibility, skill in public speaking, and a positive attitude.
- Experience and willingness to work with youth.
- Must have or be willing to get CPR/first aid Certification.
- Ability to work as a member of a team and the ability to accomplish tasks with or without direct supervision.
- Must be available mid-June-August. Fall opportunities may be available.
- Good communication and organization skills.
- Bonuses provided for those willing to get a NH commercial boat license- cost will be covered by the Gundalow Company, and you will go through on the job training.
- Candidates must have reliable personal transportation, and no excessive conflicting commitments including travel, work at other jobs, or other non-emergency leave of absence.
- Marine education, local knowledge, or traditional sail experience is a bonus!
Responsibilities
- Help plan, manage and run our growing summer camp program for youth ages 5-13 onboard the Gundalow and on shore.
- Works closely with the Program Manager, Camp Manager, Captain and crew and to ensure a high quality camp program.
- Assist other camp staff, crew and counselors in training (CITs) during weekly camp program.
- Organize, plan, and lead a variety of small and large group activities each week. Activities may include crafts, songs, games, hikes, swimming, kayaking, etc.
- Ensure safety of all campers and staff. Ensure a clean and hazard-free camp site.
About the Gundalow Company:
The Gundalow Company’s mission is to Protect the Piscataqua region’s maritime heritage and environment through education and action. All people have the right to access, enjoy, and learn from the Piscataqua region’s heritage and ecology. We recognize that systemic inequality and exclusion have infringed upon this right.
The Gundalow Company is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy that employees and applicants will not be subjected to unlawful discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran’s status, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable state, federal or local laws.
Compensation:
From $16.50 per hour, commensurate with experience.
To apply:
Submit a short cover letter, resume, and three references to:
EDUCATOR/DECKHAND:
Gundalow Company, Portsmouth, NH
Must be available April 17th-October (end date flexes).
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Gundalow Company seeks a passionate, self-motivated, flexible, organized team-player to work onboard the Gundalow “PISCATAQUA,” and on shore in a variety of educational roles. This position collaborates with all staff and crew and helps to implement our school programs, camps, public sails, charters, and events. Educators work up to 5 days a week with varying hours (25-40). This is not a liveaboard position.
REQUIREMENTS:
- A strong environmental ethic, plenty of stamina, flexibility, skill in public speaking, positive attitude, and willingness to share our mission with the public.
- Must be willing to work some weekends and holidays.
- Marine education and traditional sail experience are preferred.
- Must have or be willing to get CPR/first aid Certification.
- Must be willing to train to Coastguard safety standards, including initial and random drug testing.
- Must be available the week of April 15th (may change) for essential crew training, and have limited external commitments through the season (April-October).
RESPONSIBILITIES: EDUCATION
- Execute daily school programs as simultaneous educator and deckhand. Involves teaching education stations related to history and marine science both onboard the Gundalow and on shore – will train.
- Promote public involvement with our organization. Encourage members of the public to- volunteer, become members, and come sail with us (through ticket sales and messaging).
- Work closely with the Captain and Program Manager to ensure a high-quality onboard education program.
RESPONSIBILITY: VESSEL
- Operate rigging, helm, and vessel mechanisms as needed.
- Assist Captain to ensure safety of vessel and passengers at all times.
- Supervise deck operations during day sails.
- Assist in training volunteer crewmembers.
- Support gundalow maintenance plan.
- Process ticket sales using a tablet and phone at the dock in Prescott Park as needed.
- Facilitate the boarding process, check-in passengers, coordinate boarding time with Captain.
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION
The nonprofit Gundalow Company’s mission is to protect the Piscataqua region’s maritime heritage and environment through education and action. To fulfill our mission, we use a recently built, traditional, wooden gundalow as our sailing classroom for school groups, River Rats Camp, public sails and private charters
TO APPLY
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis: Submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to: education@gundalow.org
Subject Line: Educator/Deckhand Position
Starting Pay for this position will range from $16.50 to $19.95/ hour plus any tips from public sails and charters.
Volunteer Opportunities
EDUCATION VOLUNTEER
Education volunteers present Piscataqua Maritime Region specific learning stations to students and the public as part of our shore-based programs and onboard programming. Volunteers may select to work with our school programs May, June, September and October, or as a communicator with the public on shore, onboard the Gundalow, or at events. This is an unpaid position.
Requirements:
- A strong environmental ethic, flexibility, skill in public speaking, and a positive attitude
- Marine education and traditional sail experience are preferred but not required
- Experience teaching and working with youth and/or the public
- Education Volunteers must commit to a minimum of 40 hours over the season from May-October according to an agreed-on schedule with the Program Manager
Education/Programs
- Run school programs and teach education stations related to history and marine science onboard the Gundalow and on shore and/or communicate the message of the Gundalow Company with the public in a variety of settings
- Work closely with the Program Manager and other educators to further the mission of the Gundalow Company
To apply:
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis: Submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to: education@gundalow.org
Youth Apprentice Program
Our Gundalow Apprentice program focuses on work aboard the Gundalow and communicating our message and mission to the public for youth ages 15-17. Our Camp Apprentice program provides training and guidance in running on the water and waterfront camp programs. For detailed descriptions of the different programs, please see below.
More information on the Apprentice Programs
The gundalow Piscataqua provides a unique platform for educating youth and adults, celebrating our rivers, and raising awareness of our unique maritime heritage. Our outreach is successful thanks to enthusiastic volunteers who teach, interpret, and promote our mission, as well as serving as deckhands to maintain and sail the boat.
Why Should I Volunteer for the Gundalow Company?
By becoming a Gundalow volunteer, you join over 140 community members who are helping protect the marine environment and maritime heritage of the Piscataqua Region by donating their skills, energy and time. Our program takes over 2,000 students and over 6,000 members of the public out on the water each year and we couldn’t do it without our volunteers. We provide each volunteer with training and support as well as host many social and educational events for volunteers throughout the year.
To learn more about becoming a volunteer, visit our Volunteer Pages
