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Chautauqua Institution Director of Sailing (John R. Turney Sailing Center)/Career Opportunity in Chautauqua, New York
Description
The John R. Turney Sailing Center (https://www.chq.org/schedule/recreation-and-fitness/sailing/) offers guided sailing excursions, private and group lessons, sailing events and rents a variety of sailboats. It is operational during the nine-week summer assembly season. The hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays and noon to 4 p.m. on weekends.
About Your Compensation
In-Season: Compensation for this salaried position is $1,161.65/week for up to 9 weeks (June 21-August 24).
Pre/post-season: Part-time work onsite will commence pre-season (May 26-June 20) and again post-season (August 25-September 12.) Compensation for the pre/post-season work will be $29.04/Hour.
About Your Work Day
The John R. Turney Sailing Center provides a home base for the programs and services of Chautauqua's Sailing Department. The Center includes a classroom and administration building, docks and a storage facility. During the nine-week summer season, a comprehensive curriculum of one-week sailing courses are offered that have been carefully designed to advance the sailing skills of all -- youth to adult and novice to advanced sailors. In addition to our structured courses, the Sailing Department provides sailing experiences to Boys' & Girls' Club participants, offers guided sailing excursions for families and small groups, and provides staff for individualized private lessons. A variety of sailboats are also available for rent. Our fleet of boats include Optimist Dinghy, Vanguard 420, Sunfish, Laser, Flying Scot, and Precision 185 as well as three safety motorboats. The sailing center operates for the entire nine-week summer assembly season with daily opportunities to sail.
The Sailing Director is responsible for overseeing all operations pertaining to the Sailing Center.
Preseason duties include, but are not limited to screening, interviewing, hiring & training of seasonal staff; equipment purchases; and Sailing Center set-up & preparation.
In season duties include, but are not limited to, staff scheduling & supervision; assuring safety and satisfaction of guests who partake of Sailing Center services/amenities.
Maintaining accurate sales, inventory and attendance records for daily and/or weekly submission to appropriate operations staff.
General upkeep of equipment, facilities and grounds that encompass the Center.
Post season duties include, but are not limited to, timely storage of fleet and budgetary recommendations for following year.
About the Referral Program
Chautauqua Institution’s Referral Bonus Program (https://www.chq.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/CHQ_ReferralBonus_2024_final.pdf) is a talent solution to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce that encompasses all the skills and experience necessary to deliver on our goals and objectives. Chautauqua Institution will provide a $500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90-days from the first physical date of work. In the case of seasonal positions working less than 6-months, the new candidate must remain actively employed for at least 30-days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season. The closing date of the season is the last Sunday in August.
About Your Schedule
Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Hotel Company offer flexible schedules, full and part-time, for seasonal employment during summer operations starting annually each June and concluding in August. Seasonal employment may be available earlier (pre-season) and beyond season (post-season) based on business needs and candidate availability. Schedules typically include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as a requirement. While you will confirm your final schedule with management at the time of an interview and offer of employment, you should generally anticipate the following schedule options for this position:
Typically will work an eight-hour shift with a start time that varies between 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., for a total of 40 hours per week. Must be able to work one weekend shift each week. Part-time work is available pre/post season. The Director of Sailing may be called upon occasionally between the months of September to May.
About Living on the Grounds
Chautauqua Institution may provide limited housing options on our grounds or assist you with locating nearby housing arrangements for select opportunities based on business needs. Housing is not an option for many positions and may be of a cost to you. Candidates should assume there are no employer-provided or employer-assisted housing options available for this position unless it is otherwise stated.
About Chautauqua Institution
Chautauqua Institution (https://www.chq.org/) is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts, education, religion, and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship/programs, and recreational activities. Chautauqua Institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company (https://www.chq.org/discover-chautauqua/accommodations/athenaeum-hotel/) , a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conferencing, and events organization. The Institution’s office in Washington, DC is located strategically for an ongoing role in the cultural conversations of the nation.
Discovering Your Chautauqua Experience
There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission, vision, and diverse communities, and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater.
Our Commitment to IDEA
Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) (https://www.chq.org/about/idea/) as a priority in our strategic plan, 150 Forward (https://150fwd.chq.org/) . One of our five core values is “The dignity and contributions of all people.” We are committed to creating conditions where everyone can engage as complete and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate experience, engagement, and professional expertise in IDEA.
Joining Our Talent Community
Join our talent community online at CHQ.org/employment. You are encouraged to learn more about Chautauqua Institution at CHQ.org and view the 150 Forward Strategic Plan at 150fwd.CHQ.org.
Qualifications
Skills
Required
Sailing: Advanced
Budgeting: Some Knowledge
Preferred
Communication: Intermediate
Leadership: Some Knowledge
Behaviors
Required
- Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Preferred
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Motivations
Preferred
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Licenses & Certifications
Required
Boating Safety
First Aid
Small Boat Sailing (Lv1)
CPR/AED
Preferred
- Small Boat Sailing (Lv2)
Experience
Preferred
- 1-3 year: Sailing leadership experience.