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Mate, Brilliant

Mystic, CT · On-site

$44K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description Mystic Seaport Museum is hiring for a one-year Mate position with the possibility of extending for an additional year. The position will start in the Spring of 2026.

Mystic Seaport Museum

Mate, Brilliant

Mystic, CT · On-site

Mystic Seaport Museum is hiring for a one-year Mate position with the possibility of extending for an additional year. The position will start in the Spring of 2026. BRILLIANT is a classic sailing ...

Mystic Seaport Museum

Mate, Brilliant

Mystic, CT

Description Mystic Seaport Museum is hiring for a one-year Mate position with the possibility of extending for an additional year. The position will start in the Spring of 2026. BRILLIANT is a ...

Mystic Seaport Museum

Shipwright I

Mystic, CT

$28 - $30/hr

Occasional interaction with museum visitors about shipyard activities and at all times represent Mystic Seaport Museum in a professional manner. * Occasionally assist other museum departments with ...

Mystic Seaport Museum

Shipwright I

Mystic, CT · On-site

Occasional interaction with museum visitors about shipyard activities and at all times represent Mystic Seaport Museum in a professional manner. * Occasionally assist other museum departments with ...

Mystic Seaport Museum

Shipwright I

Mystic, CT · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

Occasional interaction with museum visitors about shipyard activities and at all times represent Mystic Seaport Museum in a professional manner. * Occasionally assist other museum departments with ...

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Anesthesiologist

Norwich, CT · On-site

$450K - $500K/yr

Join a small community hospital in Norwich, Connecticut, known for its beautiful upscale surroundings and proximity to world-class entertainment. This role offers an excellent work-life balance with ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for mystic seaport in the United States is $21.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Mystic Seaport job refers to employment at Mystic Seaport Museum, a maritime museum in Connecticut dedicated to preserving and celebrating America's seafaring history. Jobs range from museum educators and historians to shipwrights, retail staff, and administrative roles. Employees help engage visitors through exhibits, historical reenactments, and hands-on experiences. Positions may be seasonal or year-round depending on the museum's needs.

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Employees at Mystic Seaport may work in a variety of departments, such as admissions, guest services, museum education, exhibit interpretation, or maritime restoration. Daily tasks can include leading guided tours, assisting visitors, facilitating educational programs, handling merchandise in gift shops, or maintaining historic vessels. Teamwork is emphasized, as staff members often collaborate to host special events and support seasonal programming. Working at Mystic Seaport offers a dynamic environment with opportunities to develop specialized expertise in maritime history and museum operations while contributing to an engaging visitor experience.

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To succeed as a Mystic Seaport employee, you need strong customer service skills, knowledge of maritime history, and, for certain roles, educational or interpretive training. Familiarity with museum management systems, ticketing technology, and possibly CPR certification can be important depending on the position. Excellent communication, teamwork, and public speaking abilities set candidates apart in engaging with visitors of all ages. These skills help ensure guests enjoy an enriching, safe, and memorable experience at the maritime museum and historical site.

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At Mystic Seaport, employees can engage in roles such as guiding tours, maintaining historic ships and exhibits, and providing educational programs. The work environment often involves hands-on tasks, teamwork, and knowledge of maritime history and preservation techniques.
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Infographic showing various Mystic Seaport job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, 40% Part Time, and 20% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $45,749 per year, or $22 per hour.

Mate, Brilliant

Mystic Seaport Museum

Mystic, CT • On-site

$44K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 hours ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Mystic Seaport Museum is hiring for a one-year Mate position with the possibility of extending for an additional year. The position will start in the Spring of 2026. BRILLIANT is a classic sailing yacht built in 1932 and is home to one of the longest running youth sail training programs in the country. Onboard, teens and adults are introduced to life aboard a classic sail training vessel while sailing throughout New England and the Atlantic. Dual registered as a Sailing School Vessel and a Small Passenger Vessel, BRILLIANT sails on programs ranging from two- to five-day trips for adults and five- and ten-day training voyages for teenagers. In addition, BRILLIANT participates in classic yacht racing and occasional daysails, representing the Museum in all that she does. BRILLIANT sails with a Captain, a Mate, and a Cook/Deckhand, as well as up to 9 program participants.
The mate will assist the captain in all aspects of the vessel's operation ranging from teaching student and adult crew, vessel maneuvering, and vessel maintenance and upkeep. In the absence of the captain, the mate is responsible for all aspects of vessel operation and safety.
During the maintenance season, the mate works with the captain, staff, and volunteers to perform all needed maintenance on the vessel, including annual haul out, crew and volunteer management, interfacing with vendors, subcontractors, and other Museum Departments, as well as allocation of materials/resources. The mate is often responsible for day to day management of maintenance tasks and will work with the captain to plan long- and medium-term maintenance strategy.
The mate should enjoy working with teenagers and adult participants. Due to the nature of the work involved, the incumbent interacts with a broad range of individuals including fellow staff, visitors, volunteers, trustees, vendors, etc. In all of these interactions, the reputation of Mystic Seaport Museum and the Watercraft Area are at stake. It is essential therefore that a high degree of professionalism be exhibited at all times.
BRILLIANT has been described by WoodenBoat Magazine as one of the 100 most beautiful classic boats in existence and as "one of the best maintained and sailed classic yachts in the country - if not the world." We are really proud of our vessel and our program, and welcome qualified applicants to submit an application, resume, and cover letter.
Requirements
  • Candidate must hold, at minimum, a USCG 50 GRT NC Mate or Masters, with Auxiliary Sail.
  • Previous experience in sail training and on traditionally rigged sailing vessels.
  • First Aid knowledge, preferably with Red Cross certification. Advanced Medical training, e.g. Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness EMT desired.
  • Experience in wooden yacht vessel management and maintenance is required.
  • Experience with finish work, specifically experienced with varnish.
  • Strong attention to detail as it relates to safety at sea, sailing, and forward thinking wooden boat maintenance.
  • Experience in small vessel radar operation.
  • A strong teaching background along with the ability to work with young people. Experience working with, and managing, volunteers.
  • Willingness to work weekends, evenings, holidays as needed, and ability to be away for extended periods of time.
  • Ongoing clean Drug Test results required.

Physical and Mental Requirements and Environmental Conditions: The nature of the work involved requires extended periods of time outdoors in all weather conditions and all seasons. Must be able to access boats, floats, bilges, vehicles, etc in a variety of vessels.
Because of the broad interests and variety of work expected of the Watercraft Preservation and Program Staff, much work outside the parameter of this job description is desirable and expected. Within limits set by their supervisor, employees are encouraged to become involved in aspects of the Watercraft Area that are not normally within the scope of their job description. Furthermore, interests related to the Watercraft Preservation and Program Area but not currently being accomplished can be considered.
This is a high profile position for a very visible vessel and program at Mystic Seaport. The incumbent interacts with a broad range of individuals including fellow staff, visitors, volunteers, trustees, vendors, clients, donors, etc. In all of these interactions, the reputation of Mystic Seaport Museum and the Watercraft Area are at stake. It is essential therefore that a high degree of professionalism be exhibited at all times.
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$44,000 annually

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