We are hiring for our 2023 sailing season!

To apply for a role on the Clearwater crew, please send your resume to captains@clearwater.org with the role you are applying for in the subject line.

All crew will be required to follow COVID-19 health and safety guidelines as set by the CDC and USCG. Vaccination for COVID-19 is required.

Applicants must enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds and be able to maintain a work environment that challenges gender stereotypes and is LGBTQ affirming. Applicants also must have experience working in, sensitivity to, and appreciation for ethnically diverse viewpoints and different communication styles.

Bosun

Category: Deck: Unlicensed

The Sloop Clearwater sails on the Hudson River, between Albany and NYC, and works to provide innovative environmental education programs, advocacy, and celebrations designed to expand people’s experience, awareness, and stewardship of this magnificent natural resource.

The Clearwater is now accepting applications for the position of Bosun for August-November 2023. Under the direction of the first mate, the bosun is responsible for daily vessel operation as a deckhand and educator and is also responsible for deck maintenance. They maintain and monitor a list of maintenance projects and supplies. They maintain tools and equipment, keep the bosun’s locker properly stowed, and report inventory needs to the captain. They also work with the first mate in implementing and supervising crew in maintenance projects. At the end of their season, the bosun is expected to turn over a season’s end report. The bosun may act as relief engineer or relief cook.