Community Boating Center (CBC) has the following open job opportunities for our spring (March - June), summer (June - Aug), and fall (Sept. - Nov.) 2010 seasons:

Responsibilities include preparation of daily lesson plans for classroom and on-the-water instruction following curriculum guidelines set by the Program Manager, and US Sailing. Must posses strong interpersonal skills to provide students and members with positive feedback to reinforce safe sailing procedures, hands-on instruction, and sailing fun.

Responsible for shoreside and on-the-water instruction, boat safety inspections, student evaluations, and daily program safety. Must posses current US Sailing Small Boat Sailing certificate, including current First-Aid certificates, and be proficient in chase boat operation.

Works with Jr. Sailing Instructors and volunteeres in training capacity to foster future Instructor candidates. Sailing Instructor candidates will perform on-the-water skipper's test evaluations for potential adult members at scheduled intervals. Sailing Instructor candidates may assume Dockmaster duties for scheduled adult open sailing hours and should be familiar with all Dockmaster responsibilities.

Works with Sailing Instructors to assist in shoreside and on-the-water drills. Acts as a positive role model for students, teaching basic sailing maneuvers and boat handling skills. Assists in boat maintenance and repair stressing the importance of equipment maintenance and general seamanship. The Jr. Sailing Instructor candidate will be given the opportunity to train in Instructor functions and activities, and will be provided with training and boat use membership privileges.

Responsibilities include boat maintenance and repair identifying potential repair needs and having the skill to affect them. Must maintain a boat sign out log for daily boat use by members and classes. Maintains control of time slots and boat use according to previously determined skill levels and membership status. Schedules skipper test evaluations for potential members with available instructors. Provides class availability schedules and information to all interested in joining Community Boating Center.

Must have experience in fiberglass repairs, working in wood, repairing aluminum rigging, and sanding and painting. Responsible for general on site maintenance of building and property. Must maintain current list of emergency contacts and procedures. Must be proficient in chase boat operation and rescue procedures set by the Program Manager. Responsible for weather evaluation and boat/ equipment allocation based on weather conditions and skill level.

Administrative Assistants ensure the efficient day-to-day operation of the office, and support the work of management and other staff.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Administrative Assistants perform a wide range of duties including some or all of the following:

Reception

• Answer general phone inquiries using a professional and courteous manner
• Direct phone inquires to the appropriate staff members
• Reply to general information requests with the accurate information
• Greet clients/suppliers/visitors to the organization in a professional and friendly manner

Office Administration

• Use word processing, spreadsheets, and databases to prepare reports, memos, documents
• Sort incoming mail, faxes, and courier deliveries for distribution
• Prepare and send outgoing faxes, mail, and courier parcels
• Forward incoming general e-mails to the appropriate staff member
• Forward voice mail from the general mailbox to the appropriate staff member
• Purchase, receive and store office supplies ensuring basic supplies are always available
• Code and file material according to the established procedures
• Update and ensure the accuracy of the organization’s databases
• Back-up electronic files using proper procedures
• Provide secretarial and administrative support to management and other staff
• Make travel, meeting and other arrangements for staff
• Coordinate the maintenance of office equipment

Assist with Financial Management

• Use computer software to prepare invoices and financial statements
• Code and file financial material according to established records management procedures
• Process accounts payable ensuring timeliness and accuracy of information
• Process accounts receivable ensuring timeliness, accuracy of codes and proper backup
• Prepare accurate bank reconciliations and deposits
• Administer petty cash according to established procedures
• Assist with financial reports as required
• Month end duties as required

Provide Board Support

• With the Executive Director, prepare meeting agendas and support material for distribution
• Ensure the timely distribution of material to the Board
• Support the Board with meeting, travel and other arrangements
• Draft minutes of Board meetings for review by the Executive Director
• Create action list for management staff from board meetings

Qualifications

Education - HS Diploma, Post secondary in businessor office management a plus
Professional Designation - None
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Proficiency in computers and office equipment

The Administrative Assitant will work a part-time workweek and provide an opportunity for volunteer and community service credit.

Community Boating Center
Attn: Hiring Committee
PO Box 5849
Providence, RI 02903
info@communityboating.com

Community Boating Center (CBC) is a non-profit, 501c3 recreational organization offering all members of the community an opportunity to sail. Located in India Point Park, CBC provides outreach, sailing lessons and affordable access to the Providence waterfront.