Job Opportunities
Community Boating Inc. is the oldest public sailing facility in the country and regularly serves over 1,000 children, 6,000 adults and 300 people with disabilities each year. We have a variety of positions available in all departments for the 2025 season.
All staff at Community Boating are subject to a Criminal Background Check.
Adult Program
Community Boating’s Adult Program (AP) provides sailing and paddling opportunities for individuals of all skill levels, from beginner to professionals. Our dedicated staff are the face of CBI, providing outstanding customer service, instruction, and mentorship to our community members, including guests, renters, and volunteers.
Consider joining our industry leading sailing program in the heart of Boston. To apply for a position within our Adult Program, please submit your resume and a cover letter to Adult Program Director, Noah Stern. Training sessions are held in March, before the season begins, so we recommend submitting your application promptly to secure your opportunity.
Adult Program Staff are responsible for a multitude of tasks including but not limited to: customer service, general fleet and facilities care, maintaining a safe on the water atmosphere, and serving our Adult Program membership. The ideal candidate should be hard working, self-motivated, have the ability to complete tasks as assigned, plus have excellent customer service skills.
Positions are available for full season with staff training in March (April 1st through October 31st), and summer season (Late May/Early June through late August).
Junior Program
Teaching at CBI is unique within Junior Sailing – it’s not a camp, and certainly not your typical yacht club. CBI serves children ages 10+ from greater Boston, including those who might not otherwise have the opportunity to sail. CBI has fleets of Mercuries, 420s, Lasers, windsurfers, Ideal 18s, Sonars, kayaks, and stand-up paddle boards.
The 2025 season will run weekdays June 9 – August 22, which includes 10 weeks of programming plus a pre-season training week. Appropriate certifications required – see below. Submit applications, including resume to Junior Program Director Kate Myler There are opportunities for both full-time and part-time positions; please indicate which you prefer in your application.
Position Summary
Reports to CBI’s Director of Operations, and regularly collaborates with other Directors to deliver Sailing For All! Responsible for the design, management, and delivery of all Junior Program activities, including but not limited to the summer Junior Program, high school sailing, Instructor in Training (IIT), STEM programming, and year-round outreach initiatives. The Youth Programs Director fosters a safe, fun, and educational environment for staff and members, ensuring the highest standards in safety, instruction, and community building.
The Youth Programs Director hires, trains, and supervises a range of highly qualified staff to meet programmatic goals.
The Youth Programs Director plays an active role in curriculum development, staff training, and on-the-ground program management. The position also manages Junior Program finances, including tracking and reporting expenditures related to grants. The Youth Programs Director maintains open communication with junior members, parents & stakeholders, staff, CBI’s management team, and takes the lead in outreach, community engagement, and program marketing.
The Youth Programs Director assists all major organizational events throughout the year, including fundraising (Fourth of July), Adult Sailing, and special events This role also includes representing CBI at events hosted by partner organizations, strengthening relationships and raising visibility for CBI’s mission.
We encourage all applicants to visit our website to learn more about our mission of Sailing for All!
Responsibilities and Duties
Manage Programs
- Design, implement and oversee summer Junior Program including:
- Learn to Sail
- Volunteer Instructor In Training Program (IIT)
- Paid Instructor In Training Program
- Race Team
- STEM Programs (Environmental Science, RoboSub, and Water Quality Monitoring)
- Fall and spring classes
- High School Programs
- Create practice and race day schedule for High School teams
- Provide high schools with membership and registration information
- Score race series for high schools
- Coordinate with Mass Bay League for Championship regatta
- Manage day-to-day of programs including staff oversight and safety
- Monitor programs on an ongoing basis for quality and safety and make necessary adjustments; review each off-season
- Monitor the impact of youth programming on other programs at CBI and adjust as necessary
Staff, Curriculum and Class Management
- Advertise open positions and hire staff
- Conduct staff training and ongoing staff meetings
- Manage staff schedules and payroll budget
- Provide guidance and feedback to staff, including mid-season reviews
- Design CBI curriculum and course progression
- Design a weekly schedule of offerings, balancing available powerboats and classroom space
Communicate with membership/public
- Ensure that CBI website is up-to-date
- Write and send out frequent parent e-newsletters and social media posts
- Respond to phone and email communications in a timely and professional manner
- Promote to and manage the registration process with outreach organizations
- Promote CBI programs to the community through camp fairs, etc.
- Promote partnerships and organize activities in conjunction with other organizations
- Coordinate special Junior Program events such as Open Houses, Family Sails, and Kids Sail the Stars
Other tasks as assigned by the Operations Director
Qualifications
- US Sailing Level 1 Small Boat Instructor
- Experience managing sailing education programs
- Experience supervising employees
- Commitment to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all participants
- Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic collaborative team
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to obtain USCG Captain’s License, including the mandatory drug testing
- Willingness to work long days and weekends as necessary
- College degree preferred
To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to Sam Peirson, Director of Operations
Teaching at CBI is unique within Junior Sailing – it’s not a camp, and certainly not your typical yacht club. CBI serves children ages 10+ from greater Boston, including those who might not otherwise have the opportunity to sail. CBI has fleets of Mercuries, 420s, Lasers, Windsurfers, Ideal 18s, Sonars, kayaks, and stand-up paddle boards.
Submit applications, including resume to Junior Program Director Kate Myler
The Environmental Science instructor will run environmental science and/or marine bio activities. This instructor has the opportunity to develop their own environmental science material. As well they will work in our Cyanobacteria Lab as the primary lab technician, collecting water samples and running tests to better understand the cycle of cyanobacteria blooms in the Charles River Basin, and determine their threat to recreational sailors. Will compare cyanobacteria and chlorophyll-a and phycocyanin levels to significant rain events and combined sewage overflows. They will have a couple lab interns, who will aid them in both the environmental science class and in the cyanobacteria lab. An interest and excitement about the environment is required. Community Boating has many resources for STEM activities and curricula, including the US Sailing Reach program, but the instructor is encouraged to bring new ideas to the program.
Job Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in undergraduate program for biology or related field or has bachelor’s degree in biology or related field
- Safesport Certification
- CPR/First Aid Certification
Submit applications, including resume to Junior Program Director Kate Myler
In addition to JP instructor responsibilities, the Windsurf Instructor is responsible for teaching introductory and advanced windsurfing classes. US Sailing Windsurfing Instructor certification (or equivalent) preferred.
Submit applications, including resume to Junior Program Director Kate Myler
Junior Program Dock Staff are responsible for a multitude of tasks, including but not limited to: assisting dock traffic, general fleet and facility care, maintaining a safe on-the-water atmosphere, and administering on-the-water testing. The ideal candidate should be hard working, self-motivated, have the ability to complete tasks as assigned, and have excellent customer service skills.
Submit applications, including resume to Junior Program Director Kate Myler
Guest Services
Work in Guest Services — be the face of Community Boating! We are looking for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment and work to provide the highest level of customer service possible.
To apply please send your resume to Guest Services Manager, Chelsa Tifft.
Guest Services Representative Job Description
The Guest Services Representative is the liaison between the public and Community Boating. The position is responsible for welcoming guests to the facility, acting as the first point of contact for everyone who enjoys our programs. Incumbents will be responsible for greeting guests, processing transactions, and handling inquiries, requests, and complaints or escalating them to the appropriate person.
Ideal candidates should have a high attention for detail, excellent customer service skills, and should enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. Experience working retail and/or handling monetary transactions using a point-of-sale system a plus. Must be 18 or older with a high school diploma.
Our season runs from April 1 – October 31. Full season positions are available as well as summer only positions. Shifts typically are in the afternoon/evenings during the week, and morning and/or evening on the weekends. However, during our 10 week summer season we also have morning weekday shifts available. Full and part time positions available.
To apply, please email a resume to Guest Services Manager, Chelsa Tifft at [email protected].
Fleet & Facilities
CBI repairs most sailing and safety equipment in house. We are actively looking for qualified staff to repair fiberglass boats, outboard and inboard engines, weld, work with wood, aluminum, steel, plumbing, electrical, as well as building maintenance. Employment includes significant training and education, however prior experience with basic measuring, cutting and assembly is required.
Contact the Fleet Maintenance Department or apply using the form below.
