Dock Manager - Living Classrooms Foundation

Living Classrooms Foundation

Dock Manager

LCF Paddleboat and Electric Boat Concessions

Job Description

The Living Classrooms Foundation is a tax-exempt, non-profit organization operated for the benefit of the community at-large, providing hands-on education and job training, with a special emphasis on at-risk youth and groups from diverse backgrounds.  Utilizing maritime settings and a 1:5 staff to student ratio, the Foundation provides experience-based educational programs emphasizing the applied learning of math, science, language arts, history, economics, and ecology.  Key objectives of all Living Classrooms Foundation programs are career development, cooperative learning, community service, elevating self-esteem, and fostering multi-cultural exchange.

The Dock Manager reports directly to the Seaport Director and is responsible for carrying out the mission and objectives of the President and Board of Directors of the Living Classrooms Foundation.  With Safe Operations as the number one priority, the Dock Manager is in charge of day-to-day management and implementation of operational activities of both the Paddle Boats and the Electric Boats and has substantial input regarding the long-term planning for the concessions.  The Dock Manager hires, trains and supervises staff, develops and manages the yearly budget, and maintains the boats.  The Dock Manager is responsible for all cash handling and sales reporting and coordinates these activities with the Accounting Department.  Clear communications skill, personnel management experience, customer service skills, and familiarity with on-water operations are critical to success in this position.  The Dock Manager must show proof of having completed the Maryland Boat Safety Course if born after July 1, 1972.  A cheerful demeanor and good people skills are necessary for success.

Direct Responsibilities of the Dock Manager include, but are not limited to:

• Safe Operation of both the Paddle Boats and Electric Boats and adherence to established safety procedures.
• Development and implementation of new safety procedures as regulations are promulgated.
• Hiring, Training and supervising Staff.
• Cash management and accurate record keeping
• Security on the docks.
• Maintenance and appearance of the boats, buildings and docks.
• Appearance and conduct of dock personnel.
• Operating in compliance with the respective City contracts.
• Ensuring a positive and safe experience for our customers.

Coordinated Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Working with the Seaport Director to create the annual budget.
• Working with the Seaport Director on contract and promenade issues.
• Working with the Seaport Director to develop the operations schedule.
• Working with the Accounting Department to implement cash handling and reporting procedures.
• Working with the Director, Human Resources, in the hiring and management of personnel.

General Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:      

• Providing for safe working conditions for staff.
• Promotion of safe work habits for staff.
• Working within the confines of the annual operating budget
• Being an effective leader who promotes a positive work ethic and good morale among staff.
• Being an effective spokesperson for the Paddle Boats, Electric Boats and the Living Classrooms Foundation.
• Such other duties assigned as by the Seaport Director.