Youth Sailing Program Director

Youth Sailing Program Director Community Boating Program Port Angeles, WA Job Details Full-time $41,000 - $52,000 a year 10 hours ago Benefits Paid training Paid time off Qualifications CPR Certification Volunteer management Sports coaching First aid Working with children First Aid Certification Team management Personnel management in education Staffing management Staff development Full Job Description The Youth Sailing Program Director provides leadership, organization, and oversight for all CBP youth sailing programs. Serving as Head Instructor and Head Coach, this role is responsible for planning and delivering high-quality, safe, and well-coordinated youth sailing experiences, including summer camps and youth race teams. This position requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage staff, volunteers, parents, schedules, and equipment across multiple concurrent programs. The role works closely with the Sailing Program Director, CBP leadership, volunteers, and families to ensure programs align with CBP's mission, safety standards, and strategic priorities. Core Responsibilities Program Leadership & Delivery Plan, organize, and oversee youth summer sailing camps Oversee youth race team programs, which may include Opti, Middle School, High School, and Youth Keelboat teams Develop and clearly communicate training schedules, regatta plans, and expectations Annual Planning Develop and maintain the annual youth sailing calendar (camps, practices, regattas, clinics) Ensure alignment between schedules, staffing, equipment, and budget Staff & Volunteer Management Serve as Head Instructor and Head Coach Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate seasonal coaching staff Recruit, supervise, and support program volunteers Review and approve staff timesheets as directed Budget & Program Administration Provide input into annual youth program budget planning Manage programs within approved budget parameters Equipment & Fleet Management Oversee maintenance, safety, and readiness of youth boats and equipment Maintain inventory and recommend equipment purchases Board, Parent & Community Engagement Communicate regularly with the Sailing Program Director Provide quarterly written updates to the CBP Board Manage youth program registration processes Communicate clearly and professionally with parents Regional & Organizational Support Participate in regional sailing meetings Support fundraising, marketing, and grant identification efforts Required Qualifications Experience in youth sailing instruction and coaching Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills Proven ability to manage staff, volunteers, parents, and multiple programs Ability to work evenings and weekends during the sailing season Required Certifications (Current) US Sailing Level 1 Small Boat Instructor (Level 2/3 preferred) Current US Sailing membership Safe Sport certification Must be obtained prior to season start: Washington State Boater's Education Card CPR / First Aid certification Professional Development The Community Boating Program supports ongoing professional development aligned with US Sailing standards and program needs. As experience and certification levels increase, additional responsibilities may be assigned consistent with organizational priorities and Board-approved staffing plans.

Pay:

$41,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Paid time off Paid training

Work Location:

In person