Assistant Director of SailingSenior Instructor (John R. Turney Sailing Center)Seasonal Employment

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Chautauqua - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 2 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The John R. Turney Sailing Center offers guided sailing excursions private and group lessons sailing events and rents a variety of sailboats. It is operational during the nine-week summer assembly season. The hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays and noon to 4 p.m. on weekends.

About Your Compensationââ

Compensation for this position starts at $17.00/Hour and with demonstrated experience and qualifications candidates may earn up to $19.00/Hour.âââ

About Your Work Day

  • Coordinates instructor scheduling and class assignments.
  • Supervises staff and provides guidance on instruction customer service and fleet maintenance.
  • Oversees the administration of daily operations programs and special events.
  • Effectively instruct students; ages will vary from youth to adult. Lessons include safetyboat handling and sailing in a variety of classes of sailboats.
  • Assists with maintenance of the fleet and the facility; may include cleaning inspections and equipment upkeep.
  • Identify report and address any safety issues.
  • Know/review all emergency procedures; responds to emergency situations in accordance with policies and procedures.

About the Referral Program

Chautauqua Institutions Referral Bonus Program is a talent solution to recruit develop and retain a diverse workforce that encompasses all the skills and experience necessary to deliver on our goals and objectives. Chautauqua Institution will provide a $500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90-days from the first physical date of the case of seasonal positions working less than 6-months the new candidate must remain actively employed for at least 30-days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season. The closing date of the season is the last Sunday in August.

About Your Scheduleâ

Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Hotel Company offer flexible schedules full and part-time for seasonal employment during summer operations starting annually each June and concluding in August.â Seasonal employment may be available earlier (pre-season) and beyond season (post-season) based on business needs and candidate availability.â Schedules typically include evenings weekends and/or holidays as a requirement.âWhile you will confirm your final schedule with management at the time of an interview and offer of employment you should generally anticipate the following schedule options for this position:â

Typically will work an eight-hour shift with a start time that varies between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. for a total of 40 hours per week. Must be able to work one weekend shift each week. Part-time work is available pre/post the summer season.

About Living on the Groundsâ

Chautauqua Institution may provide limited housing options on our grounds or assist you with locating nearby housing arrangements for select opportunities based on business needs. Housing is not an option for many positions and may be of a cost to you. Candidates should assume there are no employer-provided or employer-assisted housing options available for this position unless it is otherwise stated.

Employer provided housing may be available with this position.

About Chautauqua Institution

Chautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts education religion and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts lectures interfaith worship/programs and recreational activities. Chautauqua Institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company a comprehensive hotel food & beverage conferencing and events organization.

Discovering Your Chautauqua Experience

There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission vision and diverse communities and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass free of cost which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater.

Our Commitment to IDEA

Chautauqua Institution valuesInclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)as a priority in our strategic plan150 Forward.âOne of our five core values is The dignity and contributions of all people. We are committed to creating conditionswhereeveryone can engage ascompleteand valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed toequitableand inclusive hiring practices. Applicantsand employeeswill not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal state or local especially welcome applications from those who candemonstrateexperience engagement and professionalexpertisein IDEA.

Joining Our Talent Community

Join our talent community online at You are encouraged to learn more about Chautauqua Institution at and view the 150 Forward Strategic Plan at .


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