HUDSON RIVER MARITIME MUSEUM Wooden Boat School | Sailing & Rowing School | Home Port & Education Center 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY 12401 | 845 -338-0071 | www.hrmm.org Employment Opportunity: Dock Assistant Posting Date: March 3, 2021 HRMM is seeking a capable and energetic employee to assist in managing marina including taking reservations, docking boats, and maintaining the facility. Must be able to do physical work and be comfortable around the water. Part time and weekend hours. About the Position: The Dock Assistant will aid in the safe and efficient operation of the Hudson River Mariti me Museum’s waterfront, and provide high level customer service to both visitors and members while representing HRMM in a professional manner at all times. Position is either part or full -time. Flexible hours and weekend work is required. Employment begins in early April and extends into September. Pay is $15/hour. Job Requirements (preferred but not all are required): Be a team -player, able to take directi on and work independently Have knowledge and experience of vessel operation and maintenance Spend a good part of their work day outdoors and on the water in various conditions Able to bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms and hands above shoulder height fre quently Be able to work in wet and slippery conditions Have proficient computer skills and ability to work in web based systems Be able to read and write work -related documents in English Have NYS boating safety certificate or higher certification MUST be comfortable with walking on and jumping from boat decks to docks MUST be able to lift weights up to 50lbs Tasks Include: Take docking reservations using a computer app (Dockwa), phone or in person Monitor available space and determine availability Communicate with incoming boats via phone or marine radio Respo nd promptly to all boater needs Greet incoming vessels, t ake lines and secure vessels safely, including water and power Inform visitors of available facilities and maintain boater hand -outs Routinely operate and maintain fleet of vessels Monitor and maintain dock condition, perform simple repairs, cleaning tasks and upkeep associated with bulkhead, docks and campus Assist with museum programs, launching of vessels and moving vessels to remote moorings Participate in event prep and other misc tasks involving moving equipment and organizing spaces on campus To Ap ply: Please send cover letter and qualifications/resume to John Phelan at jphelan@hrmm.org or by mail to: Hudson River Maritime Museum 50 Rondout Landing Kingston, NY 12401 The Hudson River Maritime Museum is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the maritime history of the Hudson River, its tributaries and related communities. In addition to extensive collections documenting maritime transportation, industry, recreation, and natural science, the museum offers classes and programs at its Wooden Boat School, Sailing and Rowing School, and aboard its floating classroom, Solaris. The museum is located along the historic Rondout waterfront in downtown Kingston. HRMM is an equal opportunity employe r and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. Revised 3/11/2021
