Shoreside Laborer and Messenger
About the Organization
About Star Island:
Star Island is one of the nine Isles of Shoals located seven miles off the coast of New Hampshire and Maine. Our mission is to hold and administer a wide variety of themed conferences and personal retreats including educational, religious, and kindred purposes consistent with the principles of the Unitarian Universalist Association and the United Church of Christ. Star Island is a unique place. SIC is a place of natural and rugged beauty and each employee is able to share in the experience of Star Island’s location and its environment. At work, SIC promotes a culture that stimulates openness, interpersonal communication, professionalism and a high appreciation for process.
At Star Island Corporation, we appreciate the value and richness of different perspectives and experiences. We constantly strive to be a more diverse and inclusive workplace. We work to make you feel welcomed and engaged as a valued member of the team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Star Island will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
About the Job
The Star Island Corporation, a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization based in Portsmouth, NH seeks qualified candidates for the position of full-time, seasonal Shoreside Laborer and Messenger.
The Shoreside Laborer and Messenger is a full-time, mainland-based position serving to assist with logistics coordination at the dock during the conference season and run errands on behalf of the staff and guests. This position is largely based outdoors and is physically demanding with considerable lifting, including transport of luggage, trash, recycling, freight, and equipment.
Listed below are the specific duties and responsibilities of the Shoreside Laborer and Messenger. This list is not comprehensive, and other duties may be assigned as needed.
- Meet food and freight deliveries at the dock, help load and unload boat, and ensure proper handling.
- Help facilitate removal of trash and recycling from boat in town, as needed.
- General sweep and cleaning of boat after unloading and keeping the mainland dock area and sheds tidy.
- Transport packages and mail to and from mainland office and dock.
- Facilitate parking of guest cars or moving cars, as needed.
- Greet guests, staff, deliveries, and volunteers and assist with questions and concerns.
- Maintain inventory of mainland sheds and help facilitate transportation of lost & found luggage and items, and other transport during the conference season.
- Run various errands, including purchasing items that cannot be otherwise ordered for guests and staff and deliver to the dock.
- Maintain collaborative relationships and good communications with vendors, guests, boat captains, deck hands, and other staff.
- Adhere to and promote relevant health and safety protocols.
Qualifications: Responsible, friendly, professional, flexible, organized, and tactful; must possess a valid driver’s license and have experience operating vehicles, preferably in a professional environment; must have experience providing quality customer service; must have ability to work independently and ability to solve problems creatively.
Compensation: This is a seasonal (approximately May to September) opportunity. The pay range is $15.00-17.00/hour, depending on experience.
Application consisting of a cover letter and resume should be sent to office@starisland.org.