Race Coach | SBJSA

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Travel Race Coach

Department: Instruction

Reports To: Program Supervisor

Remote/Onsite: Onsite

Creation Date: January 14, 2024

Compensation: Hourly, Based On Experience & Other Relevant Factors

About the Organization:

Sodus Bay Junior Sailing Association (SBJSA) is a three-season sailing education facility in Sodus Point, NY. SBJSA offers summer youth instruction, community boating activities, spring and fall instructional programming for scholastic sailing teams, and various other instructional programs throughout the year.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Travel Race Coach works under the supervision of the Program Director. The Travel Race Coach is expected to provide teaching that emphasizes safety, proper handling of equipment, skill development, and provides an enjoyable experience for all participants in a manner consistent with the goals, values and mission of the SBJSA.

The candidate should be a leader who is highly organized and self-motivated with excellent communication skills. A large part of this position includes communicating with parents, members, sailors, community members and other staff respectfully and effectively. Travel Race Coaches must possess a desire to work with youth and share the skills of sailing, water safety and environmental awareness and stewardship.

This position requires regular travel to area regattas and interclubs. With this comes the responsibility of consistent communication to parents regarding travel to and from off-site locations, communication with area clubs and hosts, and exceptional care of equipment on and off campus.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plan, prepare and teach daily lessons in accordance with the TRT Curriculum in a safe and fun environment. To the best of your ability, adjust lesson plans to fit the needs and skill levels of enrolled TRT members.
Utilize the SBJSA TRT Curriculum Progression Diagram to ensure TRT members move through skill levels in a logical fashion and understand how they are advancing and learning through the curriculum.
Create and utilize effective “rainy day” programming pertinent for the TRT, when inclement weather prevents on-the-water activities.
Demonstrate proper handling, care and respect for all materials, boats, equipment and facilities to TRT members and, by example, through your own actions.
Be willing to carry out additional duties assigned by the Program Director (PD) and/or the SBJSA Board.
Supervise TRT members to ensure their safety at all times.
Regularly inspect physical areas and equipment used by TRT members to ensure proper care and storage of equipment.
Schedule and attend regular meetings with the PD and/or Board Racing Committee regarding the needs of the program, including the PD’s daily staff meetings.
If more than 1 race coach is on staff in a given year, those coaches must work together as a team to deliver the TRT curriculum and all other aspects of the job as defined in the manual.
Collaborate with the Program Supervisor and SBJSA Director of Administration in planning the SBJSA interclub & regional regatta schedule and transportation of TRT members (by parents) and all necessary equipment. Be sure travel trailers are properly hitched up before departure and that all boats and equipment on the trailers is secure and ready for transport.
Plan, prepare and lead the Parent Orientation meetings for TRT Sessions A & B.
Effectively and regularly communicate with parents in a timely fashion about the racing event schedule, as well as where volunteer assistance is needed or required in order for the team to travel (including transporting TRT members and towing boat trailers, etc), departure/arrival times, contact phone numbers at the destination yacht club, etc.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Strong leadership skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Positive attitude and approachable demeanor.
Strong knowledge of sailing and sailboat racing.
Strong customer service skills.
Strong time management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; appropriately communicates with all levels of customers from campers, to parents, to Board of Directors.

Sailing and powerboat operational skills and desire to share this knowledge with youth of all ages.
Ability to adapt to a changing environment and programmatic needs in order to support program needs.
Ability to critically think and take appropriate action. Particularly when safety is involved.
Possess knowledge and hands-on skills related to safety.
Ability to act as a team player and to step into leadership where and when required.
Strong organization skills, attention to detail, and follow through to resolve any outstanding issues.
Ability to work independently and apply critical thinking skills, particularly when off-site.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES (If Applicable):

Supervise and teach youth ages 6-18.
Assist in training and developing CITs to meet organizational needs.
Assist in developing CIT skills and performance through training and coaching.
Maintain confidential information of all program participants.
Travel Race Team Coaches are not allowed to transport any SBJSA program participants and are responsible for communicating to parents or volunteers the transportation requirements and needs in each session.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 18 years of age by June 15th.
All certifications are required prior to active employment but are not necessary at the time of hire.
Current CPR, First Aid, and AED Certificate
US Sailing Level 1 Instructor
Ability to swim at least at Red Cross Level 5 or equivalent
NYS Safe Boating Card with at least 3 years of experience successfully operating small powerboats in the 12-18 ft range.
USSA Safe Sport Certificate
Demonstrated experience leading small teams: setting expectations, monitoring performance, providing feedback, and administering both rewards and discipline.
Demonstrated organizational, record-keeping, and reporting skills.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills with all age groups and across all stakeholders (staff, students, parents, patrons, board members, and the local community).
Successfully pass a background check: Must have no felonious convictions, and no charges for child abuse or endangering the well being of a minor.

PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

At least three summers of experience teaching in a sailing program.
Current U.S. Sailing Level 2 Instructor and higher certifications are desirable (e.g., Instructor Trainer, Head Instructor, Coach).
Current American Red Cross lifeguarding certification with the waterfront module is desirable.
Ability to swim at least at Red Cross Level 5 or equivalent.
US Sailing REACH Certification.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Experience using Google Workspace
Experience with Laser’s, Opti’s and 420’s
Experience with PC with Windows 10 or Mac with Mac OS 10.15 or newer
Experience and necessary skills to helm and maneuver coach/safety powerboats in the 12-18 ft LOA range.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Required to travel with the Race Team to various Regattas.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance
This position requires the regular use of a computer screen and keyboard.
This position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position (standing and/or seated) the majority of the time.
Answering phone/making calls
Lifting Boats (carry up 45 pounds for 20 feet)
Being outside in variable weather conditions
Operating a powerboat

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary without notice. Offers of employment are contingent on passing a criminal background check.

Sodus Bay Junior Sailing Association Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.