FWBC - Sailing Director

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Reporting relationships, work assignments, and work schedule may be subject to change in order to meet club needs. While other duties may be assigned, the essential duties and responsibilities include the following: • Coaching Junior Sailing Programs, developing to potential. • Manage on-the-water safety and safety equipment. • Manage daily on-the water operations associated with Junior Sailing Programs. • Responsible for coordinating travel events with Race programs. • Coordinate parent volunteers. • Determine appropriate placement of summer instructors based on their knowledge, experience, and abilities. • Along with the Junior Sailing Committee, maintain success, excellence, and safety in our youth and summer programs. • Responsible for training club volunteers on the proper use and operation of safety boats. • Hire and train seasonal coaching staff. • Create, maintain and implement curriculum for Learn To Sail programs, including Adult programs. • Along with the Harbor Master, maintain Club owned sailboats and safety boats, keeping them looking good, safe, and in good working order at all times. • Plan, coordinate and run junior events at home. • Track Jr. program successes and present awards at annual awards dinner. • Attend Club functions and events as needed. • Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill. • Teamwork is required for proper job performance. • May be asked to perform unexpected and other duties as needed. • Implements standard front office operating procedures. • Responds to member’s inquiries professionally and courteously. • Resolves member problems quickly, efficiently and courteously. • Upholds the Club's commitment to hospitality. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. The Sailing Director & Head Coach must posses the following skills and qualifications: • Legally eligible for employment in the United States. • Cooperative people skills, ability to work as part of a team and independently. • Professional phone skills • Customer service orientated, aim to please • Analytical and problem solving skills • Handle multiple projects simultaneously • Proficient computer skills • Advanced understanding of outboard motor operations EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Must hold minimum Level One US Sailing Instructor Certificate, first aid, and CPR. Part time and seasonal coaching positions are also available. We look forward to receiving your cover letter, resume, and references. Please submit to membership@fwbc.com. Put your favorite class of sail boat in the subject line of your email so we know you pay attention to detail. ATTN: FWBC Hiring Committee