1999 ISAF Youth Worlds July 1-10, 1999, Finland  www.uib.es/universiada99

1999 World University Games July 1-14, 1999, Palma de Mallorca, Spain
  
1999 Pan Am Games July 18-31, 1999, Gimli, Canada  http://www.panamgames.org/

1999 World Team Racing Championship July 26-31, 1999, Dublin, Ireland
http://sailing.org/99teamworlds/

1.  A team leader and at least one coach will be chosen to lead the US Team to the 1999 ISAF Youth Worlds.  Classes are 420, Laser, Radial, and IMCO. Selection will be made by the US SAILING Youth Committee, chaired by James Appel, jappel@edgenet.net.  Expenses are typically covered.  

2.  Sailing is included in the World University Summer Games for the first time in 1999, and the US will enter a team.  Skip Whyte will be named Team Leader, and at least one additional coach will probably be named, depending on the size of the US Team.  Classes are Laser, Europe, 470 M&W, IMCO M&W. Selection of coach by the USOSC.  Expenses only may be covered.

3.  Pan Am Games, Hal Haenel (hal@hollywoodcenter.com) will be Team Leader, Gary Bodie (garybodie@aol.com) will be Head Coach, Carl Eichenlaub will be the boatwright, and one additional coach may be named.  Classes are Lightning, Laser, Europe, IMCO, Snipe, Finn, Sunfish, and Hobie16.  Selection of coach by USOSC.  Expenses only may be covered.

4.  A Team Leader may be chosen to lead the US Teams at the ISAF Team Race Worlds.  Team Leader to be selected by the US SAILING Team Racing Committee, Brad Dellenbaugh, Chair (dellenbaugh@compuserve.com)  Expenses only may be covered.  

To apply for any of these positions, please submit coaching resume and cover letter via e-mail to Gary Bodie (garybodie@aol.com).  Copies will be forwarded to the respective selection committees.  Alternatively, fax to 757-851-6544, or as last resort, mail to Gary Bodie, Hampton, VA  23669-2313. Deadline is March 15, 1999.  

Pleon Yacht Club (PYC, Marblehead, MA), the site of the 1998 OPTI NATIONALS and winner of the Mass Bay yacht club of the year award, is seeking a race oriented Head Instructor.  Pleon YC's Head Instructor responsibilities are to help hire racing coaches and oversee the instructors for a junior sailing program of 200 to 250 kids.  This position offers latitude to the
innovator who wants to make a good program into a great program for both beginners
and advanced racers.  This is a full time summer job.

 The 8-week summer program, on the ocean north of Boston, is taught in Opti's, Lasers, 420's and JY 15's by approximately 15 instructors (Advanced to Jr. Instructors).  Requires US SAILING certifications.  Managing and hiring experience is an asset we are looking for.  Contact:  Rob Gorman, 80 Jersey St., Marblehead, MA  01945, Tel 781-631-0037, Fax 781-639-1070, or email at rgorman@mediaone.net.

The school runs from June 14 to late August, although some of the positions are for eight weeks. Certified instructors are preferred, though we can arrange to send our instructors to school for certification. Please contact Scott Peters peters@charlie.cns.iit.edu or phone 847-492-1266

Please send resume to:
DBMS, P.O. Box 263A, Duxbury, MA. 02331, or E-Mail: DBMS@Goldtel.net Telephone: 781-934-7555 Fax: 781-934-7799

The Junior Program will run for nine-weeks, from 6/28/99 until 8/27/99, and involve about 500 children between the ages of 8 and 19. DBMS maintains a fleet of 20 420's, 20 Optis, 20 Vanguard Prams, and 7 Flying Scots. The School employs about 20 instructors for the Junior Program. The program includes beginners and advanced racers. DBMS is a member of the Southern Massachusetts Sailing Association, and participates in SMSA team racing. DBMS will provide housing and a competitive salary.

Please send resume to:
DBMS, P.O. Box 263A, Duxbury, MA. 02331, or E-Mail: DBMS@Goldtel.net Telephone: 781-934-7555
Fax: 781-934-7799

Compensation Range: $25,000 - $55,000 depending on experience of candidate.

Commitment by the GLSS Board:
* Minimum of three years.
* Fund Raising to Support Expansion of School Programs.

The Geneva Lake Area
* Beautiful environment with opportunities for many sporting activities.
* A great place to raise a family.
* Good Schools
* Good restaurants and shopping
* Easy access to major metropolitan areas.

The Successful Candidate:

As the first full time Director of the school, the successful candidate will be expected to achieve two specific goals: 1) to actively promote and develop new programs for the school; 2) to grow the school's enrollment so the program and all paid positions are fully funded. He/she will be expected to have the planning, leadership and training skills to achieve these objectives.  Solid experience managing collegiate or high school sailing programs is desirable.  US Sailing  Instructor/Coach Certification is also desirable.

Job Purpose:
* Upgrade current GLSS Programs.
* Supervise instructors and make hiring and firing recommendations to the GLSS Board.
* Expand, document and maintain curriculum.
* Prepare and manage the annual budget in support of the Board's goal of breaking even on operations, excluding capital purchases.
* Promote the school to Lake Geneva Yacht Club (LGYC) members and the local community to expand participation and attract new members to the LGYC.  This would include developing and implementing a marketing plan, creating promotional materials and managing the web site.
* Encourage young sailors to go beyond local racing and successfully compete in national and international events.
* Develop a high school (young adult) racing program with local high schools (both Spring and Fall).  Run regattas against Milwaukee and Chicago schools.  The goal is to emulate Minnetonka and Chicago yacht club programs.
* Make recommendations as to equipment needs to support programs.
* Develop a program to teach adults to sail and to support the growth of the LGYC.

GLSS Current Programs

The Geneva Lake Sailing School has taught sailing to youths on Geneva Lake for more than 68 years.  Currently the program attracts 100 to 125 students per year in a combination community sailing program and racing program.  The racing program is made up principally of children of members of the LGYC.  Classes are taught in X Boats and Optimist Dinghies.  The school also owns a 16' Zodiac, 4 small Whalers and 2 Sonars for adult lessons.  The school has a 65 year lease to run a sailing school on the grounds of the Lake Geneva Yacht Club. 

The Lake Geneva Yacht Club

The Lake Geneva Yacht Club is a founding member of the Inland Lake Yachting Association (ILYA).  It owns 400 feet of shorefront on Geneva Lake and has excellent boat storage and cranes for boat launching.  The Club has a long history of running excellent one design, competitive sailboat racing on Geneva Lake in Inland Lake Scows and keelboats and has a number sailors who have competed at both national and international levels.

Please make inquiries or send resumes to:
Mr. Charles L. Colman  (GLSS President)
3664 North Bay Dr.
Racing, WI  53402

Home Phone: 1-414-639-0267
Home Fax: 1-414-639-3001
Work Phone: 1-414-723-8481
Work Fax: 1-414-723-8469
e-mail  clc@thecolmangroup.com

JOB TITLE: Head Instructor, Junior Sailing Program

SUPERVISORS: Club Manager, Fleet Captain and Junior Sailing Committee Chairman.

GOALS: To raise the level of our Junior Sailing Program in all aspects of sailing: safety, seamanship, basic maintenance, rules-of-the-road, racing, etc.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Manage the program and manage the instructors. 2. Develop, set and follow curriculum for various levels. 3. Oversee club boats, equipment and routine maintenance.

SKILLS REQUIRED: 1. Excellent interpersonal skills, the position has a lot of interaction with parents, instructors and the kids. 2. Strong organizational skills. 3. Excellent ability to teach and work with beginners as well as experienced competitive sailors. 4. Extensive experience in handling and racing sailboats. 5. US Sailing Level II and CPR/First Aid preferred

Salary is negotiable for the right individual and housing with members is available. Resumes of interested persons should be sent to Bob Bayer, Stamford Yacht Club, 97 Ocean Drive West, Stamford, CT 06902

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Junior Sailing Program Director

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Report to Junior Fleet Chairman , Fleet Captain And General Manager

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Year-Round Coaches and Summer Staff

TIME REQUIREMENTS: 40 Hours/week plus weekends as required

BENEFITS: Medical/Dental and Life Insurance.

STATEMENTS OF DUTIES: Junior Program Director oversees operation of all aspects of the Junior Sailing Program including: development and maintenance of facilities, selecting and management of seasonal and year-round staff, accounting, budgeting, calendar scheduling and coordination, promotion and participation in-club events (sailing and fund-raising), promotion and coordination of all out-of-club events, preparation of material for club magazine, coach at events as required. This position also requires the knowledge and use of word processing equipment, data bases and spread sheets, copiers, etc. All duties associated with general office functions. This job also involves a high degree of contact with both adult and junior membership in a service, management, consulting, and disciplinarian format.

MAJOR DUTIES: · Selection, Orientation, and Supervision of staff. · Billing and collection of fees for programs and boat use. · Preparation, scheduling, distribution, and facilitation of annual calendar · Develop safe, relevant, and equitable policies and guidelines for the behavior and participation of member and non-member juniors, parent and seasonal staff. · Publication, promotion, and facilitation of participation in out-of-area Junior sailing events · Attend monthly meetings of the Junior Fleet Committee and report on recent and upcoming events. · Plan program material (capital) requirements for future · Organize, maintain, and improve program capital and operating equipment, grounds, storage facilities, in a safe manner. · Provide written material and photos for club newsletter. · Prepare budget for regular program operation · Develop safe, timely, and relevant material to be used as curriculum for sailing program.

EDUCATION: Bachelors Degree

CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED: First Aid, CPR, US Sailing Level One and Level Two Dinghy Instructor Certification. Lifeguard from the American Red Cross is optional but recommended.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum two years teaching sailing at a club with a recognized Junior Sailing Program preferred. Minimum two years experience directing similar programs or working in industry related field.

OTHER: Should have minimum basic knowledge of fiberglass hull and sail repair, power tool operation, outboard motor operation and trouble shooting. Should be familiar with chemicals, resins, and solvents relevant to the care and maintenance of boats and their safe application and storage. Should have a thorough knowledge of, and experience in dinghy sailing and racing. Should be able to operate a personal computer and have knowledge of various software programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Hire and manage a staff of 12-14 summer instructors and 3-5 off season coaches. Plan, develop and implement instructional programs for all ability levels year round. Coach on the water at selected regattas and clinics. Prepare monthly mailings that promote junior activities to the Membership. Prepare junior sailors for local, regional and national eventsn by planning practices, clinics and organizing trips. Write an edit “Non-Calm” section of monthly Club magazine. Actively participate on all SOuthern California youth sailing organizations. Organize and coach Newport Harbor High School Sailing Team practices and regattas (January-May)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants should possess the following: 4 year B.S. or B.A. degree. US Sailing Level 1 and Level 2 Certification. At least 2 years experience coaching and one year administrating a youth sailing program. Competitive junior and college sailing background.

SALARY: Competitive yearly salary reviewed annualy. Benefits (medical, dental, 401k) after 90 day probationary period.

Send resume and sailing history to:

Paul Stemler/Tim Hogan c/o Newport Harbor Yacht Club Non-Calm, 720 West Bay Avenue, Balboa, CA 92661

The Program Director manages all day to day aspects of the sailing program. He/she should currently be an experienced director or asst director. Strong organizational skills are paramount. The position requires lots of interaction with parents and committee members in planning and organizing a successful program. The Director should be a strong manager with the ability to lead a group of 9 instructors ranging in age from 17-20. He/she should also have curriculum setting skills and be goal orientated. Safety is of utmost importance in our program. The right Director will be allowed a great deal of autonomy in program structure and development. Salary is negotiable for the right individual and housing with members is available.

Scott Fox, Portland Yacht Club Theboathse@AOL.COM 207-781-0939

Mission Bay Yacht Club Youth Program
1215 El Carmel Place
San Diego, Ca 92109
(619) 488-0501 (ph)(619) 488-2442 (Fax)