Sailing Camp Director

SCOPE OF POSITION:

The job of the Sailing Camp Director is to see that all aspects of the Sailing Camp is running smoothly. The Sailing Camp Director will be responsible to the Corps Youth Officer and will have full authority to recommend hiring and firing of the camp staff, as well as serve as the general counsel for camper and/or staff disciplinary problems. The Sailing Camp Director supervises the sailing staff comprised of the sailing instructors and counseling staff.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma preferred
• Certified US Sailing Small Boat Level 1 Instructor or equivalent (including First Aid/CPR)
• Powerboat driving experience required with valid Washington or Oregon State boaters card
• Minimum two years sailing experience
• Excellent sailing skills with the ability to instruct sailing students
• Extensive technical knowledge of sailing
• Some prior teaching experience is preferred
• 2 years sailing and youth sailor coaching experience giving chalk-talks, on-the-water practices, etc.
• Past participation in youth, high school, and/or collegiate programs with a competitive focus
• Technical experience with 420 sailboats or other single/double-handed dinghies
• Responsible, reliable, and enthusiastic with good judgment and class leadership skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• First Aid and CPR
• Ability to follow oral and written directions
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Capable of maintaining positive working relationships with staff and customers
• Able to interact effectively with a diverse population

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the Summer Residential Sailing Camp program under the leadership and cooperation of the Corps Youth Officer
• Participate in the planning and implementation of creative programming that meets the mission of Camp Gifford and The Salvation Army
• Arrange and schedule programs with the key staff of the summer camping program
• Supervise program and counseling staff
• Create and maintain good staff morale and arrange scheduling to allow for appropriate personal time-and fellowship with other staff when allowed by camp schedule
• Responsible for camper disciplinary problems
• Create, implement and supervise Sailing program
• Ensure an outstanding safe, organized, and educational experience to campers on land and water
• Instruct youth sailors ranging from beginner to advanced (ages 10-17) on 420 sailboats or other single/double-handed dinghies
• Exhibit commitment to teamwork, strong working relationships, and supporting fellow instructors
• Assist sailors in setting goals with a focus on progress, improvement, and a winning tradition
• Encourage participation and motivate sailors to a high level of commitment at practices
• Develop constructive daily lesson plans using scheduled program times, combining classroom and on-the-water lessons or activities
• Set goals and objectives for camp season
• Set practice calendar; confirm schedule with Camp Director and Corps Officer
• Make appropriate decisions to ensure safety of students and boating staff
• Conduct pre-practice chalk-talk with instruction and plan-of the-day
• Explain and demonstrate proper sailing techniques
• Ensure all evolutions are safely executed
• Make sound weather decisions by monitoring weather and water traffic conditions
• Direct sailing instructors and safety boat officers during instruction
• De-brief staff and secure all boats and equipment daily
• Physically assist sailors in launching, rigging and storing boats
• Facilitate minor repairs and daily maintenance as needed
• Perform seamanship tasks; keep boats, equipment, and storage facility clean and organized
• Evaluate and document progress/improvement of sailing students' skills
• Maintain open communication with students, parents, staff, and supervisor
• Exhibit a sense of maturity and responsibility for the program
• Act as an appropriate role model encouraging the highest level of sportsmanlike behavior
• Conduct parent/sailor organizational meeting prior to summer
• Responsible for sail and power boat fleet readiness to get underway
• Instruct safety boat swimmer on responsibilities
• Inspect equipment before/after class and clean equipment after use
• Understand and enforce Camp Gifford and Washington State rules/regulations related to powered watercraft use as they pertain to staff and campers
• Operate Safety boat in accordance with US Sailing best practices
• Give spiritual direction to the staff by leadership and example. Be an example of Christ to staff, campers, and volunteers through your verbal and non-verbal interactions, by your lifestyle and by your presence
• Maintain a standard of cleanliness within the camp

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Exhibit effective Christ-like conduct and service as an appropriate example for campers and staff
• Give support to the total camping program performing all other duties required to provide a consistently excellent program
• Attend and participate in all camp programs as required including, but not limited to evening programs, chapel activities, and staff meetings
• Follow all policies and procedures
• Maintain cleanliness and order in your person and living quarters
• Assist with cleanup of the total camp at the end of each session and at the conclusion of the summer

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
• Grasp, push, pull objects, and reach overhead
• Operate a telephone and computer
• Lift up to 25 lbs.
• Understand verbal and written information
• Sweep, clean, and perform other janitorial tasks as needed

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

BENEFITS:

A generous benefits package is included with full-time positions: paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurance.

Health Insurance: Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered.

Life and Voluntary Options. An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available.

Retirement Plans: Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus, an employee-funded voluntary 403(b) option.

Parental Leave: The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events.

Sick Leave: 12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after three months' service time.

Paid Vacation:

• Two weeks annually, accruing from day one, for non-exempt positions
• Four weeks annually, accruing from day one, for exempt positions
• Accrued vacation is eligible for use after six months' service time

Paid Holidays: 13 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday per year

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.