Mate, Brilliant

BRILLIANT is a classic sailing yacht built in 1932 and is home to one of the longest running youth sail training programs in the country. Onboard teens and adults are introduced to life aboard a classic sail training vessel while sailing throughout New England and the Atlantic. Dual registered as a Sailing School Vessel and a Small Passenger Vessel BRILLIANT sails on programs ranging from two- to five-day trips for adults and five- and ten-day training voyages for teenagers. In addition BRILLIANT participates in classic yacht racing and occasional daysails representing the Museum in all that she does. BRILLIANT sails with a Captain a Mate and a Cook/Deckhand as well as up to 9 program participants.

The mate will assist the captain in all aspects of the vessels operation ranging from teaching student and adult crew vessel maneuvering and vessel maintenance and upkeep. In the absence of the captain the mate is responsible for all aspects of vessel operation and safety.

During the maintenance season the mate works with the captain staff and volunteers to perform all needed maintenance on the vessel including annual haul out crew and volunteer management interfacing with vendors subcontractors and other Museum Departments as well as allocation of materials/resources. The mate is often responsible for day to day management of maintenance tasks and will work with the captain to plan long- and medium-term maintenance strategy.

The mate should enjoy working with teenagers and adult participants. Due to the nature of the work involved the incumbent interacts with a broad range of individuals including fellow staff visitors volunteers trustees vendors etc. In all of these interactions the reputation of Mystic Seaport Museum and the Watercraft Area are at stake. It is essential therefore that a high degree of professionalism be exhibited at all times.

BRILLIANT has been described by WoodenBoat Magazine as one of the 100 most beautiful classic boats in existence and as one of the best maintained and sailed classic yachts in the country if not the world. We are really proud of our vessel and our program and welcome qualified applicants to submit an application resume and cover letter.

Requirements

• Candidate must hold at minimum a USCG 50 GRT NC Mate or Masters with Auxiliary Sail.
• Previous experience in sail training and on traditionally rigged sailing vessels.
• First Aid knowledge preferably with Red Cross certification. Advanced Medical training e.g. Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness EMT desired.
• Experience in wooden yacht vessel management and maintenance is required.
• Experience with finish work specifically experienced with varnish.
• Strong attention to detail as it relates to safety at sea sailing and forward thinking wooden boat maintenance.
• Experience in small vessel radar operation.
• A strong teaching background along with the ability to work with young people. Experience working with and managing volunteers.
• Willingness to work weekends evenings holidays as needed and ability to be away for extended periods of time.
• Ongoing clean Drug Test results required.

Physical and Mental Requirements and Environmental Conditions: The nature of the work involved requires extended periods of time outdoors in all weather conditions and all seasons. Must be able to access boats floats bilges vehicles etc in a variety of vessels.

Because of the broad interests and variety of work expected of the Watercraft Preservation and Program Staff much work outside the parameter of this job description is desirable and expected. Within limits set by their supervisor employees are encouraged to become involved in aspects of the Watercraft Area that are not normally within the scope of their job description. Furthermore interests related to the Watercraft Preservation and Program Area but not currently being accomplished can be considered.

This is a high profile position for a very visible vessel and program at Mystic Seaport. The incumbent interacts with a broad range of individuals including fellow staff visitors volunteers trustees vendors clients donors etc. In all of these interactions the reputation of Mystic Seaport Museum and the Watercraft Area are at stake. It is essential therefore that a high degree of professionalism be exhibited at all times.