What are the responsibilities and job description for the Second Mate position at Hudson River Sloop Clearwater?
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Second Mate
Seasonal, Late March – Mid-November 2025
Category: Deck: Unlicensed
The Clearwater is now accepting applications for the position of Second Mate for the 2025 season (Late March – mid-November). Under the direction of the first mate, the second mate carries out daily operations of the vessel as a deckhand/educator, both during maintenance periods and underway, education or otherwise. In addition, the second mate assumes the duties of the first mate in their absence. This includes directing and supervising the crew in safe daily deck operations and maintenance, per orders of the captain. In the engineer’s absence, the second mate must also be prepared to act as the designated engineer. The second mate may act as a relief cook. Must have experience working on traditionally-rigged sailing vessels.
This is a live aboard position. Compensation starts at $560/week plus room and board. Partial season applications are accepted.
Salary : $560