The average work week is five days on, two days off. An HMO medical insurance policy is included with employment. ISEA is an equal opportunity employer. This is a seasonal position from April 5 to October 31, 2000. Inland Seas' mission is to provide hands-on environmental and heritage education to youth and adults with the goal of long term stewardship of the Great Lakes ecosystem.
ISEA classes are a mix of half-day and overnight programs.
The usual schedule will be five days on, two days off. The deckhand will be involved in all facets of deck seamanship and evolutions under sail, as well as maintenance, safety and sanitation of the vessel. The deckhand will also assist with teaching of seamanship and aquatic ecology to students. This position requires a combination of sailing, teaching and interpersonal relations skills. The ability to work as a team member, both with the other crew and the volunteer teaching staff, is paramount.