Lake Clementine Marina, Part of California State Parks and Recreation Is Looking For Marina Host In California $$

Marina Host – Job Opening
About Lower Lake Clementine Marina & Auburn SRA
Nestled in the Northern California Sierra Foothills, Lower Lake Clementine Marina offers a peaceful, scenic waterfront oasis hidden within the rugged steep canyons of the American River Gorge. The marina operates inside the Auburn State Recreation Area (ASRA), which spans 40 miles along the dramatic North and Middle Forks of the American River. Renowned for its emerald-green waters, steep pine-covered slopes, world-class trail networks, and iconic geology, ASRA is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, boaters, kayakers, and hikers alike.

As the Marina Host, you will live and work right where the water meets the wilderness—serving as the welcoming face of this beloved foothill marina!

Overview of the Job
The Marina Host position is a seasonal waterfront role running from May 15th through October
15th. Working 36 hours per week (Tuesday through Sunday, plus national holidays), the
host ensures smooth day-to-day marina operations, oversees waterfront safety, delivers
outstanding customer service, and maintains a welcoming atmosphere for daily recreationists and slip renters.

• Position Type: Seasonal (May 15 – Oct 15) | 36 hrs/week
• Job Title: Marina Host
• Compensation: California Minimum Wage
• Location: Lower Lake Clementine Marina, Auburn State Recreation Area, Auburn, CA
• Reports To: Auburn Boat Club Port Captain
• Accommodations: RV Site with Hookups + 12’ Boat Slip Included

Main Responsibilities of the Job

Waterfront Operations & Tenant/Guest Service

• Retail & Rental Management: Oversee point-of-sale transactions for boat fuel, bagged ice, retail sundries, and overnight boat slip rentals with promptness, courtesy, and precision.
• Safety & Hospitality: Monitor the dock and marina basin to foster a safe, positive, and enjoyable environment for all boaters, tenants, and park visitors.
• On-Site Host Presence: Reside on-site at the designated host location during most evenings to maintain facility oversight, general security, and a reassuring presence.
• Light maintenance: tasks to maintain parking lot, marina, and camp host area including light weed eating, marina dock inspection and securing boards.
• Watercraft Operation: Competently operate marina utility watercraft (up to 26 feet) to assist with dock maintenance, tenant needs, or safety checks.
• Supply Transport: Utilize personal vehicle to shuttle marina merchandise,supplies, and goods as needed to keep inventory stocked

Detailed Requirements, Skills, & Desired Traits
Accommodations

• Personal RV & Vehicle: Host(s) must supply their own personal RV (maximum overall length of 34 feet) and personal vehicle for transportation.

Working Conditions & Environment

• Outdoor Environment: Position takes place primarily outdoors on waterfront docks and open-air host facilities, subject to varying foothill weather conditions.
  On-Site Residency: Host is required to reside on-site at the marina host site during assigned workdays and the majority of evenings to maintain security and oversight.
• Agility & Mobility:
  •  Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs (e.g., bags of ice, retail supply cases, dock equipment).
  •  Must be physically capable of regularly navigating 30+ steep outdoor stairs between the host residence site and the marina docks throughout the workday.
  • Requires frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, and maintaining balance while walking on floating docks and moving watercraft.
• Waterfront Capabilities: Must be comfortable working on and around water and have basic swimming ability.

Service Mindset & Aptitude

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a guest-focused, proactive attitude.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and solid hands-on experience managing cash and credit card sales transactions.

Certifications & Compliance

• Boating Competency: Hold a valid California Boater Card with proven experience operating vessels up to 26 feet.
  Safety Certification: Current CPR Certification.
  Background Check: Successful completion of a State of California Live Scan background check (employer-funded).

Compensation & Host Perks

• Wage: California Minimum Wage rate.
• Complimentary Campsite & Hookups: Free host site featuring electricity, septic, non-potable water, and designated personal vehicle parking in a beautiful foothill setting.
• Complimentary Boat Slip: Includes a reserved marina boat slip for your personal vessel (up to 12 feet).
• Personal Vehicle Compensation: Mileage reimbursement provided for authorized use of personal vehicle for marina errands upon expense submission.

Hours of Work & Holiday Schedule

• Regular Schedule: 36 hours per week, Tuesday through Sunday schedule.
• Holiday Requirements: Role includes working peak holiday weekends (Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Labor Day).
• Balanced Rest: Holidays that land on scheduled days off will be traded to ensure hosts receive alternative rest days, guaranteeing no more than 6 consecutive workdays.

EEO, Federal/California Compliance & Drug-Free Workplace Policy

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:
  Lake Clementine Marina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In full compliance with federal
  legislation and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), all qualified
  applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
• Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy:
  To safeguard our staff, park visitors, and marina community, Lake Clementine Marina
  maintains a strict Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy in accordance with Federal
  and State regulations. Candidates must remain free from the influence of drugs or alcohol
  while on duty or residing at the host site. Compliance with drug and alcohol policies is a condition of employment.

HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants please submit a your resume, photo and length of your RV, and boating experience, or inquire for further information by emailing: .