JOB DESCRIPTION

SailFuture is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead rite of passage sailing expeditions with high school age students.
The Program Manager will oversee education, mental health, vocational training and service learning programming in addition to overall program logistics and administration.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years leadership experience
• 2+ years maritime experience
• 5+ years education or training experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Empathy to relate to the life experiences of the youth SailFuture serves
• A passion for mentoring and coaching
• First Aid / CPR
• Lifeguard certification

• Manage program budget, including fuel, food, supplies, flights & travel
• Orchestrate all logistics including flights, rental cars, service learning projects
• Develop educational, vocational, and mental health curriculum specific to the expedition experience
• Assist with the overall management and upkeep of the vessel
• Assist the Captain with daily, weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance on all systems
• Lead and design the pre-expedition and post-expedition experiences
• Manage the student recruitment and onboarding process
• Train and lead the team of rotating staff who join for each Expedition
• Ensure that program Standard Operating Procedures are followed at all times
• Build strong bonds with each youth through 1:1 and group time
• Build a strong sense of teamwork amongst youth and staff on the boat
• Participate in service learning projects and all youth programming throughout the expedition
• Other duties as assigned