Educator/Deckhand

EDUCATOR/DECKHAND

April 15th- October (Start and end date flex)

Educator/Deckhands present Piscataqua Maritime Region specific learning stations to
students and to the general public and assist with vessel operations. For June to October 2024, we are looking for four full time employees (4-5 days a week) as well as possible part time positions (2+ days a week). Must be available for essential training session in mid April.

Requirements:
 A strong environmental ethic, plenty of stamina, flexibility, skill in public speaking, and a
positive attitude.
 Marine education, local knowledge, and traditional sail experience are preferred.
 Experience and willingness to work with youth
 State background check, enrollment in a pre-employment and random drug testing program, and CPR/First Aid Certification (all provided by the Gundalow Company)

Candidates must have reliable personal transportation, and no excessive conflicting commitments including travel, work at other jobs, or other non-emergency leave of absence.

Education/Programs
 Lead school programs and teach education stations related to history and marine science
both onboard and onshore
 Give interpretive tours at dockside events and promote involvement through
volunteering and membership.
 Works closely with the Captain and Program Manager to ensure a high quality onboard
education program.
Vessel
 Assist Captain to ensure safety of vessel and passengers at all times, participating in emergency drills and training
 Supervise deck operations (including docking and sail handling) during day sails.
 Assist in training volunteer crewmembers.
 Support gundalow maintenance plan.

About the Gundalow Company:

The Gundalow Company’s mission is to Protect the Piscataqua region’s maritime heritage and environment through education and action. All people have the right to access, enjoy, and learn from the Piscataqua region’s heritage and ecology. We recognize that systemic inequality and exclusion have infringed upon this right.

The Gundalow Company is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy that employees and applicants will not be subjected to unlawful discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran’s status, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable state, federal or local laws.

To apply:

Submit a brief letter of interest, resume, and three references

Contract Length:

• 5 - 6 months

Contract Renewal:

• Likely

Full Time Opportunity:

• Potential

Hours per week:

• 25-35
• Flexible scheduling, weekend hours available and may be required.

Employment Length:

• 4 - 6 months

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
• A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)
• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
• A job for which people with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Contract

Pay: $17.00 - $19.50 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Referral program

Work Location: In person