Lake Forest Sailing is a US Sailing Certified Community Sailing Center with a strong focus on youth racing and learn to sail. Our mission at LFS is to provide everything needed for a sailor to become the best they can be while growing the sport within our community.
LFS has 11 coach boats, 20 prams, 12 Optis, 5 ILCAs, 4 29ers and a fleet of brand new C420s. We also have several small keelboats and recreational watercraft in our inventory.
LFS is looking for a Sailing Assistant who will teach, support, and grow our community sailing programs.
Under the direct supervision of the Sailing Program Supervisor, a successful candidate will have the ability to:

• Lead & grow the summer “Learn to Sail” program, Little Luffers – Pram 2/ 420 Sailing
• Develop Adult Sailing programs & opportunities
• Administer watercraft permits
• Manage operations of Launch Basin, Boating Center, and Boat Storage Areas
• Recruit & manage summer learn to sail staff, dockhands, and race coaches
• Assist with planning of regatta, clinic hosting, marketing, & fundraising initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

Onsite Training is Mandatory- Dates and Times TBD

• US Sailing Level 2 Instructor (higher levels preferred)
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification, required
• One-design racing and coaching experience 
• Safe Sport certificate

The City of Lake Forest is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, disability, age, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, LGBTQ identification, family status, or military status.

Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.