American Sailing Careers

If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the sailing industry, look no further than American Sailing. We are the leading authority on sailing education and certification, with over 500,000 certified sailors and 400 schools across the globe. We are always looking for talented and motivated people who want to join our team. Whether you are a seasoned sailor or a beginner, we have a role for you. As an American Sailing employee, you’ll enjoy a variety of benefits and opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Don’t miss this chance to turn your passion into your profession. Apply now and start your adventure with American Sailing.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES

There are currently no opportunities available.

American Sailing is seeking a qualified, innovative, and organized Director of Educational Development. In this role, the Director of Educational Development will collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and other educational stakeholders to develop and oversee the creation of new textbooks, standards, exams, and study materials for our students. As a project manager for up to 10 projects simultaneously, the Director of Educational Development will also be responsible for fostering relationships with our authors, instructors, and school owners.

Key Responsibilities

Lead curriculum development and ensure the quality of education programs in line with ASA standards.
Manage relationships with SMEs, authors, instructors, and school owners.
Oversee the development and implementation of standards and exams.
Manage multiple education projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed in a timely manner and meet predefined standards.
Oversee the schedule of the graphic designer to align with education program timelines.

Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
Certification as an ASA sailor.
Proven experience in educational development and curriculum creation.
Demonstrated proficiency in project management.

Skills

Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
A deep understanding of sailing and experience as an ASA-certified sailor.
Experience in educational development and curriculum creation.
Proven ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

Personal Characteristics

Highly adaptable, able to work in a dynamic environment.
Deadline-focused, with the ability to ensure projects are completed on time.
Innovative, with a creative approach to curriculum and program development.
Organized, with a systematic approach to tasks and projects.

Reporting Structure

The Director of Educational Development will report directly to the Head of Field Operations.

Working Conditions

The Director of Educational Development will work remotely and may be required to travel 1-2 times per year to schools or boat shows.

Benefits

Salary - $65k per year
Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Leave

American Sailing is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

American Sailing is seeking a talented individual to join our Marketing team and help us create and maintain an engaging and user-friendly online experience. The person in this role will be responsible for updating our website, online store, and learning platform, in addition to providing first-class technical support to website visitors and customers.

Key Responsibilities

Build responsive landing pages in WordPress using a page builder such as Cornerstone or Elementor.
Collaborate with designers, marketing team, and CTO to ensure successful on-time project deliveries.
Analyze and optimize the user experience including the sales conversion and online checkout process.
Maintain WordPress/Themes/Plugins to ensure the best performance and user experience possible.
Apply brand guide principles to all landing pages and website content.
Provide concierge service answering questions from customers who have enrolled in online classes or seminars.
Communicate professionally and enthusiastically with customers via phone/email to provide technical support.

SKILLS / Qualifications

At least 3 years of experience working with WordPress, WordPress themes, and WordPress plugins.
Knowledge of responsive design and user experience principles.
Fundamental HTML/CSS/JS skills and a basic understanding of SEO.
Experience with Cornerstone, Elementor, Gravity Forms, LearnDash, ConstantContact, FileMaker, Teachable, Zoom, Zendesk, or Zapier would be advantageous.
Experience with sailing and American Sailing Certifications is a plus but not required.

Personal Characteristics

A keen eye for design and an attention to detail.
Ability to quickly adapt and learn new tools and technologies.
Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated, well organized, and able to function both independently and within a team structure.

Reporting Structure

The individual in this role would collaborate with multiple members of the Marketing team and report directly to the Chief Technology Officer.

Working Conditions

The position is full-time, i.e. 40 hours per week. It is a remote position so you must have a reliable, quiet work environment, and be capable of working without close supervision. At a minimum, we expect team members to be available for in-sync work between 9am – 2pm Pacific Time, Mondays through Fridays.

Benefits

Salary - $50k per year
Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Leave

American Sailing is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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