EDUCATOR/DECKHAND:
Must be available mid-April through mid-October.
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 mid-April 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 crew members.
- Support gundalow maintenance plan.
- Facilitate the boarding process, check-in passengers, coordinate boarding time with Captain.
TO APPLY
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to: [email protected]
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.