Sailing Director

Job Description:

Directly responsible for the supervision, administration and coordination of all facets concerning the sailing program. 

Min. Education Required:

Completed 2 years of College

Min. Experience Required:

Leadership Skills, Sailing Experience

Min. Age Required:

21

Salary:  

$250-300 per week (based on experience)

Start Date:

June 3, 2007 (preferably earlier)

End Date:

August 19, 2007 (11 weeks)

 

Specific Responsibilities:

Supervise and train 17 sail staff members.  Ensure their proficiency with basic sailboat handling; tacking, jibing, upwind, off wind, etc.  Responsible for a fleet of 45 sailboats and their maintenance.  Create teaching curricula and develop lesson plans to fit each camper at his/her level of experience and skill.  Maintain the condition of all sailboats, and equipment.  Will also act as Regatta Chairman for bi-weekly regattas and the Annual Tockwogh Regatta

Required Skills and/or Certifications:

Ability to complete the following: Ellis Lifeguard, Maryland Boating Safety Education, US Merchant Mariners License (OUPV-Limited Deck License).  Proficiency in some of the following: Basic sailing, racing and running regattas.  Set a high example of the YMCA Character Values and extend experience as a leader to all others in program area.

 

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