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724 Wolcott Avenue, Beacon, Dutchess County, New York, 12508, USA
Listed on 2025-11-13
Listing for:
Hudson River Sloop Clearwater
Full Time
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Listed on 2025-11-13
Job specializations:
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Non-Profit & Social Impact
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Education / Teaching
Environmental Science, General Education
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Onboard Program Coordinator leads and facilitates educational programming both onboard the
sloop and onshore. The OPC recruits, trains, and manages onboard volunteers, maintains educational
supplies, liaises with teachers and volunteers, and acts as host on public and charter sails. This
position reports to Clearwater’s Director of Education and will alternate weekly between working and
living communally onboard the Clearwater (facilitating programs) and working on shore (volunteer
communications, planning, teaching). Competitive applicants will have a background in environmental
education and volunteer management, with a strong work ethic, organizational skills and be prepared to
work outdoors in all weather on the Hudson River.
Position:
Onboard Program Coordinator
Posting Closes:
Dec 5, 2025
Start Date:
February 2, 2026
Hours:
20 hrs/wk to start; increases to 40 hrs/wk on March 1; up to 50 hrs/wk between April 18-July
31st), 40 hrs/wk August-November
Compensation: $16.00 per hour (overtime at $24.00 per hour, max 10 OT hours per onboard week),
paid bi-weekly. Five paid personal days plus accrued sick time.
Location:
Live onboard the sloop Clearwater anywhere between Albany and Brooklyn during onboard
weeks; alternate weeks are off the sloop. Sailing season is April 18-July 31
Schedule:
Alternate one week onboard, one week onshore
Onboard Week:
Early Sunday morning through Saturday afternoon
Onshore Week: 4 of 7 days off; 3 days working (Tuesdays required in-person at Beacon, NY
office, other days can be flexible and remote with approval)
Important Notes:
The OPC is a drug-tested member of crew on the Coast Guard roster and must
pass an initial drug screening upon employment and as randomly requested by the Coast Guard
throughout the season.
The OPC is responsible for securing their own housing during their onshore weeks throughout the
season. We can assist in finding housing in the area.
The sloop will be sailing a shortened season from April through the end of July before coming
out for a ten-month restoration, at which point the OPC will transition to teaching onshore, in classrooms, and other areas where needed through the end of November.
Position Requirements
College,
1+ Years
work experience This position is required to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.
Desirable Qualifications
Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups often apply to jobs only if they
meet 100% of the qualifications. Please know that no one ever meets 100% of the qualifications. If
much of this describes you, we encourage you to apply.
● Background in education, environmental studies, public speaking, leadership, or related fields
● Experience teaching and managing volunteers
● Knowledge of the Hudson River (and/or estuary and environmental science more broadly)
● Public speaking and customer service skills
● Ability to think on one’s feet and adapt programming to changing conditions
● Curiosity and a desire to learn more about the environment and history of the Hudson River
Valley
● Sailing and/or musical experience not required but is a plus
● Ability to thrive in communal living environment
● Strong work ethic and organizational skills
● Enthusiasm for working outdoors in all weather conditions on the beautiful Hudson River
Clearwater acknowledges that the construct of race disproportionally affects Black, Indigenous, and
People of Color. Clearwater respects LGBTQIA+ people; we use language and actions that are
respectful of all gender identities and sexual orientations. Clearwater celebrates and welcomes
members of any race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or identity, physical or
mental ability, or age to apply.
To apply , please send a resume and list of three references to hr with the subject line
“Onboard Program Coordinator 2026.” The interview process includes an initial 30-minute introductory
interview with HR. Candidates who progress to a second interview will speak with the Education
Director and other staff members either in person or virtually. Depending on the candidate pool, a third
interview may also be scheduled. Candidates should be able to begin in-person at the beginning of
February and are expected to be available for the entire sailing season, through at least the second
week of November.
Desirable Qualifications
Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups often apply to jobs only if they
meet 100% of the qualifications. Please know that no one ever meets 100% of the qualifications. If
much of this describes you, we encourage you to apply.
● Background in education, environmental studies, public speaking, leadership, or related fields
● Experience teaching and managing volunteers
● Knowledge of the Hudson River (and/or estuary and environmental science more broadly)
● Public speaking and customer service skills
● Ability to think on one’s feet and adapt programming to changing conditions
● Curiosity and a desire to learn more about the environment and history of the Hudson River
Valley
● Sailing and/or musical experience not required but is a plus
● Ability to thrive in communal living environment
● Strong work ethic and organizational skills
● Enthusiasm for working outdoors in all weather conditions on the beautiful Hudson River
Clearwater acknowledges that the construct of race disproportionally affects Black, Indigenous, and
People of Color. Clearwater respects LGBTQIA+ people; we use language and actions that are
respectful of all gender identities and sexual orientations. Clearwater celebrates and welcomes
members of any race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or identity, physical or
mental ability, or age to apply.
To apply , please send a resume and list of three references to hr with the subject line
“Onboard Program Coordinator 2026.” The interview process includes an initial 30-minute introductory
interview with HR. Candidates who progress to a second interview will speak with the Education
Director and other staff members either in person or virtually. Depending on the candidate pool, a third
interview may also be scheduled. Candidates should be able to begin in-person at the beginning of
February and are expected to be available for the entire sailing season, through at least the second
week of November.
Additional Information / Benefits
Onboard Program Coordinators can expect to gain:
● Sea time (‘hours at sea’) that may count toward some marine certifications and licenses
● Teaching experience and knowledge of NYS standards, including newly adopted Portrait of a
Graduate
● Knowledge of sailing and sailing history; building sailing skills
● A greater familiarity with the ecology of and challenges facing the Hudson River
● An incredible onboard community
● A lasting relationship with one of the most prestigious environmental education organizations in
the Hudson Valley
● Room and board while living on the boat (April through July)
● Sea time (‘hours at sea’) that may count toward some marine certifications and licenses
● Teaching experience and knowledge of NYS standards, including newly adopted Portrait of a
Graduate
● Knowledge of sailing and sailing history; building sailing skills
● A greater familiarity with the ecology of and challenges facing the Hudson River
● An incredible onboard community
● A lasting relationship with one of the most prestigious environmental education organizations in
the Hudson Valley
● Room and board while living on the boat (April through July)
Contact Information
Contact Name: Hudson River Sloop Clearwater
Contact Phone: 8452658080
Preferred method of contact: Email with CV via Application Box below.
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