Career Prep Program Coordinator

You will oversee and coordinate these programs under the direction of the School Programs Manager and members of the Blue Schools team. You will provide engaging program content and build strong relationships with the community and school partners. This role is perfect for someone who is detail oriented, values working directly with youth to support their growth and learning, and wants to make a lasting impact in their community — helping students chart a course toward exciting futures on the water.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Delivery & Oversight

• Plan annual Career Prep Program calendar and schedule fleet & facility use
• Provide direct instruction on the water including sailing, powerboat operations and small boat handling to support the delivery of transformative maritime experiences
• Direct instruction of Maritime Career Immersion cohorts; on-shore and on-water instruction using trauma informed practices with youth furthest from opportunity
• Follow best practices and support NWM’s Antiracism & Inclusion statement
• Assess, improve, and design Career Prep Programs to ensure alignment with Blue Schools framework
• Collaborate with Program division to implement program evaluation using data collection, logic models, and annual performance goals
• Follow risk management protocols, and collaborate with Programs Team to improve them further
• Collaborate with Registrar to facilitate program registration paperwork & database management
• Collaborate with Program Managers to support and train Career Prep Volunteers
• Work with School Programs Manager to ensure expenses stay within budget & timeline

Program Development & Outreach

• Work to expand marketplace for Career Prep Programs through regional outreach to industry partners, schools, teachers, communities, and program partners
• Work with Communications department to promote education programs through marketing materials and the website as needed
• Work collaboratively as a member of the Blue Schools team, utilizing your expertise to ensure program and content alignment
• Other duties as assigned

GENERAL OPERATIONS

While the primary focus of this position is coordinating transformative maritime experiences for youth, the Career Prep Program Coordinator works as part of the entire NWM team, ensuring smooth operations. As a growing non-profit, we all pitch in for the heavy lifting, whether it's participating in all-hands projects and events, assisting visitors, or occasionally doing some literal heavy lifting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• USCG 25 Ton Master’s License or higher
• Sailing experience
• Experience working with youth and delivering effective programs
• Strong communication skills with an ability to engage collaboratively with colleagues, and parents/teachers as needed
• Teaching experience, including experiential education and trauma-informed practices
• Experience coordinating programs, including scheduling, logistics, and gear management
• Ability to take initiative, solve problems, and adapt to dynamic situations
• Enthusiasm for working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift and carry gear up to 50 lbs
• Current First Aid/CPR certification and Anaphylaxis & Epinephrine Auto-Injector certification (or a plan to obtain)
• Valid driver’s license
• Professionalism, punctuality, and a positive attitude

HELPFUL QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong understanding of risk management principles and interest in contributing to our risk management team
• Connections to local maritime community and/or willingness to initiate these relationships
• Experience working with youth who are distanced from opportunity (ie experiencing homelessness, court involvement, etc)
• Boat maintenance and/or marine trades experience