Richmond Yacht Club
Position of Waterfront Director
On the San Francisco Bay
About the Richmond Yacht Club
Richmond Yacht Club was established in 1932 and has over 1200 members. It is located on the east side of the San Francisco Bay in an area known as the “Richmond Riviera,” which has the most consistent breeze on the bay with access to multiple teaching and racing venues, year-round. Our motto is “This club was built for fun,” we have the reputation of being the “Sailingest club on the Bay.” We share our enthusiasm and passion for sailing by providing programs, competitions, and events for the sailing local, national and international community. We promote excellence in sailing and boating through teaching and lifelong learning.
The core values of the Richmond Yacht Club are:
· Fun
o Enthusiasm, Passion
· Community
o Inclusion, teamwork, care for others, sharing, generosity of time and spirit, patience.
· Integrity
o Honesty, respect, sportsmanship, reliability, accountability
· Stewardship
o Longevity, tradition, hard work, enthusiasm, dedication
· Leadership by Example
Position Summary
The Waterfront Director is responsible for all aspects of the RYC waterfront, including instructional sailing programs, regatta support, and fleet management. The Waterfront Director will work closely with various committee chairs and their committees for program planning, scheduling, marketing, communications, asset management and capital planning. The Waterfront Director develops and grows our sailing programs, new sailing and racing offerings and helps promote volunteer participation.
This is a new year-round full-time position which includes weekends and some evenings, with days off Monday and Tuesday. This is a highly visible position with peak workload in the summer months. Broadly, the Waterfront Director will provide an environment that is conducive to being active on the water, a platform for learning, and serve as an informational contact for RYC membership and other sailing organizations.
Our sailing activities have included:
o Summer Staffed Sailing Program
o Junior Program, member volunteer run for over 75 years!
o Regattas and sailing events
o Skiff Sailing
o Racing Clinics
o Adult Training Programs
o Inclusive Sailing Programs
o High School Sailing
The starting salary range is $75,000 to $85,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position, after being awarded, will start September 5, 2023. A starting date prior to this date is negotiable and will be considered. Some limited assistance with temporary housing and moving expenses is possible.
This position will be open until it is filled.
Resumes should include three professional references, and two personal references nonfamily related.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Management and Support
· Execute a well-organized and successful series of sailing programs.
· Support Sailing Advisory, Standing Race and Harbor committee chairs and volunteers.
· Create an enjoyable, supportive, and safe experience for sailing program and regatta participants.
· Provide oversight of all related waterfront and instructional activities.
· Market, promote, and continuously improve quality of all programs, building participation among members and attracting prospective members.
· Ensure support boats are reserved and ready for programs and regattas and that they are cared for and stored properly afterwards.
· Oversee effective routine maintenance and upkeep of all club owned boats including sailboats and powered support boats.
Administration
· Calendar and facility coordination for all waterfront related activities.
· Prepare sailing program plans, materials, documentation, lesson plans, promotional materials.
· Assist General Manager in annual budget preparation for programs and waterfront assets.
· Coordinate administrative duties working with office staff and volunteers.
Staffing
· Interview, select, train, schedule and supervise qualified instructors and coaches for each program as required. Work with the General Manager and Board of Directors when hiring additional staff.
· Provide input and assist General Manager with performance evaluations of waterfront personnel and coaches.
· Provide volunteer training for sailing instruction, race management and safe powerboat handling.
Candidate Requirements
· Minimum three years as Sailing Director or Waterfront Director at a club with a recognized sailing program.
· Practical management and experience in waterfront operations
· Skilled in Sailing and Powerboat asset management
· Knowledge of and experience in dinghy sailing, racing and regatta management.
· Strong coaching and management communication skills.
· Ability to perform required roles in an emergency situation.
· Proficient in use of computer productivity tools
Certifications Required:
· Current First Aid, CPR & AED, CDC Concussion in Sports
· SafeSport and California AB506 Volunteer Training Certifications
· CA Safe Boating Certificate
· US Sailing Level 1 (Level 2 preferred) or international equivalent within 3 months of hire
· US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certificate or international equivalent within 3 months of hire