Rotational Captain Job in Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten

Seeking an experienced offshore Captain for rotational position on a 100’ school ship serving at-risk youth. $7,500 per month + Bonus based on program outcomes. The vessel operates primarily in the Caribbean between Trinidad and St. Maarten. Schedule: Rotational Captains work 1 to 3 Expeditions per year. Each Expedition is 9 weeks in length. (1) week for prep, (7) weeks with students, and (1) week for wrap-up and handoff. Vessel: The vessel is a 100’ Giorgetti & Magrini ketch-rigged sailing yacht with accommodations for 12 students and 6 staff. Staff quarters are separate from students and are in shared cabins with a shared bathroom. Responsibilities: - Overall management and upkeep of the vessel - Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance on all systems - Diagnose and repair all systems as needed - 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 - Hold all youth and rotating program staff to the highest levels of seamanship - Participate in service learning projects and all youth programming throughout the expedition - Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: - USCG 100-Ton Master, RYA Yachtmaster Offshore, or IYT Yachtmaster offshore - 5+ years as Captain / Master of a sailing vessel > 65’ LOA - Strong knowledge of all yacht systems - Valid driver’s license - Empathy to relate to the life experiences of the youth SailFuture serves - First Aid / CPR / Lifeguard certifications Compensation: - $7,500 per month - $2,500 bonus per term based on Impact Outcomes - Flights to and from the vessel (up to $750 round trip) - GeoBlue health insurance while on the vessel