Aquatic Center Sailing Instructor

Aquatic Center Sailing Instructor

1901 Hazel Ave, Gold River, CA 95670, USA Req #500 Thursday, January 26, 2023

The Aquatic Center's purpose is to provide high quality boating and safety programs through education, recreation and competition; and to bring regional and national recognition to Associated Students Inc., and Sacramento State, increasing the value of the students degree.

The Sacramento State Aquatic Center is a proud program of Associated Students, Inc. The Aquatic Center is a National Boating Instruction Safety Center located on beautiful Lake Natoma. The Aquatic Center offers a variety of classes, camps, facility reservations, team building, youth groups and equipment rentals. We are open to the general public.

The Aquatic Center offers the following activities:
Sailing, Windsurfing, Standup Paddling, Kayaking, Canoeing, Outrigger Canoeing, Rowing, Water Skiing, Wakeboarding, and Jet Skiing.

SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Aquatic Center Associate Director, the Sailing Instructor is primarily responsible for instructing sailing classes, clinics and camps.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Instruct sailing classes as assigned and perform rescue when needed.
• Perform safety inspection on sailing equipment. Perform minor repairs when needed. Notify facilities staff of major repairs as required.
• Enforce standard safety sailing procedures.
• If needed, provide support to Aquatic Center special events as required.
• May drive program vehicle for classes, trips or activities as needed.
• Other duties may be assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Exceptional customer service skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and adults
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with campus constituencies to serve a diverse customer population.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 years sailing experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• C.P.R., First Aid, California Boating Safety Certificate (must have within 30 days of hire)
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to drive a power boat
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and be prepared for both heat and cold

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic Keelboat Instructor Certification
• US Power Boating Certification
• Lifeguard Training or Equivalent Red Cross Water Safety Class
• US Sailing Certification

BACKGROUND CHECK: A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily after any candidate can be offered a position with Associated Students, Inc. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current Associated Students, Inc. employees who apply for the position.

All Aquatic Center Staff must sign a Code of Conduct and Dress Code Agreement.

EEO: Associated Student Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

Other details:

• Job Family:
  Sports and Recreation
• Pay Type:
  
  Hourly
• Employment Indicator:
  Seasonal
• Min Hiring Rate: $17.90
• Max Hiring Rate: $21.25

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