We still have openings for our 2024 sailing season!
If you would like to apply, please email your resume and cover letter to captains@clearwater.org with the name of the role you are applying to in the subject line.
General information about all roles:
Vaccination for COVID-19 is required.
Applicants must enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds and be able to maintain a work environment that challenges gender stereotypes and is LGBTQ+ affirming. Applicants also must have experience working in, sensitivity to, and appreciation for ethnically diverse viewpoints and different communication styles.
Cook
Seasonal, starting July 2024 – Fall 2024
Category: Deck: Unlicensed
The Clearwater is now accepting applications for the position of Cook for the 2024 season. The Cook is responsible for planning and serving three well-balanced meals per day for all crew. Meals must be planned within budget limitations and time constraints, taking into account special dietary needs with a preference for local and sustainable food. The Cook maintains adequate provisions including propane supplies. They work closely with the Captain and Mate on meal scheduling and provisioning. The galley equipment and cooking utensils must be properly cleaned and maintained and the galley properly stowed. The Cook is expected to participate on deck when necessary. They are expected to train the crew in relief Cook duties. The Cook is expected to develop a working knowledge of the vessel and emergency procedures.
This is a live aboard position. Compensation is based on experience from $1000 to $1120 paid every other week.
Educator Deckhand Trainee
Seasonal, from 4 to 10 weeks, late August to end of October 2024
Category: Deck: Unlicensed
The Clearwater is now accepting applications for the position of Sailing Trainee during the 2024 season. Under the direction of the First Mate, Sailing Trainees carry out the daily operations of the vessel, both during maintenance periods and underway, education or otherwise. They work closely with the volunteers in this capacity. As an entry-level position, Sailing Trainees are expected to take initiative to educate themselves in all aspects of vessel operations, safety and seamanship. Trainees are encouraged, but not required, to advance their skills and learn the skills of the professional crew (Mates/ Engineer/ Bosun/ Deckhand).
This is a live aboard position. Compensation starts at $160 per five-day workweek.