Waterfront Program Assistant

The Waterfront Program Assistant is a full-time salaried position responsible for the development and execution of ongoing programs and special events. We currently operate an active community sailing program, educational boating courses/seminars, local/regional/national sailing regattas, and numerous special events each year. This role will participate in the planning, organization, and execution of these programs and events by performing the following tasks:

Supervisory

• Organize and operate existing waterfront programs while identifying new avenues for future development
• Operate all programs and events within specified budgets
• Manage waterfront instructors and program support staff, including training and scheduling
• Ensure policies are enforced while maintaining high customer satisfaction
• Develop and execute marketing campaigns to support organizational goals
• Manage online membership database
• Develop and maintain industry contacts
• Other tasks, as necessary

Administrative

• Act as primary point of contact for telephone, email, in-person visits, and social media
• Maintain waterfront calendars
• Develop processes to streamline communication and improve coordination between staff and departments
• Maintain detailed records system
• Prepare periodic financial reports and status updates
• Other tasks, as necessary

Ideal Candidate will possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, management, marketing, communications, or similar field
• 2 years of experience as a sailing instructor or sailing program coordinator
• A background in competitive sailboat racing
• US Sailing Level 1 Certification
• Digital Experience – Web design, database management, email marketing, social media, Google suite, Microsoft Office, etc.