We are currently in search of a reliable, experienced, and licensed Boat Captain for a seasonal position, starting mid-May of 2023 through the end of August 2023. The qualified candidate would be required to serve as the Captain of a 1997 Catalina Morgan 45, which has been genuinely maintained with recent and extensive updates. SV Mischief will be in the BSA Sea Base program in St. Thomas USVI.
Position: Directly responsible for a quality sailing, marine educational, safety-oriented
program for youth and adult leaders aboard a sailing vessel. Work schedule is 5 days on and 2 days off
Requirements : captain’s license, background check and BSA training
Responsibilities:
Ensure the safety of the vessel and participants at all times in accordance with maritime law and BSA standards.
Serve as Captain, sailing instructor, and program counselor for assigned youth and adults.
Create a positive learning environment utilizing the E.D.G.E.R. Method (Educate, Demonstrate, Guide, Enable, Repeat).
Orient crew regarding safety and operational aspects on board.
Serve as an instructor to the crew for such marine topics as knot tying, nautical terminology, charting, rules of the road, sailing, etc.
Serve as a marine educator by describing our various marine species.
Instruct crew regarding marine navigation.
Instruct crew in proper cooking and clean-up procedures.
Greet crew for program orientation.
Oversee the BSA Safe Swim Defense Plan and the Safety Afloat plan.
Ensure the completion of the requirements for the Snorkeling B.S.A. program.
Instruct crew members in the use and care of fishing equipment on board.
Stress the ideals of the BSA Mission throughout the program.
Oversee the maintenance and repair of vessel.
Provide a personal complete toolbox to have on hand for boat repairs.
Oversee proper cleaning of your vessel on final day with crew assistance to make vessel ready for the next trip.
Order food provisions from Sea Base Commissary.
Report significant damages or losses to the vessel made by the crew during the trip.
Serve as an integral team member with enthusiasm and scouting spirit.
Support other Sea Base chartered vessels when they are in need.
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