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BUSINESS ASSISTANT POSITION
May/June – SEPTEMBER
POSITION SUMMARY:
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being the “go-to” support person behind the scenes and helping keep a small business running smoothly day-to-day. The business assistant helps with communication, organization, guest support, and general operations. This position requires a high level of flexibility, strong attention to detail, and a positive, team-first attitude.
We are looking for someone who loves to take initiative, stay productive, and can juggle a variety of tasks with professionalism. If you love keeping things and people organized, and being part of a fun, fast-paced environment on the water, this role could be a great fit for you.
Schedule:
- 8-16 hrs/wk in early Spring
- Up to 40 hrs/wk in peak season (July-/Aug)
- Hiring for Daytime and Evening Shifts
- Weekends and Holidays are required
- Option to cross-train boat crew roles
Location:
- The Office is a floating dock structure and it can be wavy.
- Primary workplace – Office at Waverly Marina, Portland, OR
- Passenger Dock is near Riverplace Marina (Secondary location when boat support is needed)
Pay:
$16.30-$20 per hour based on experience (Pay increases may be given based on performance, reliability, and growth in responsibilities.)
Administrative support may include:
- Handling calls/emails, reservation support and answering guest questions
- Greeting visitors/vendors and general customer service
- Always maintaining a professional, polite and cheerful demeanor
- Assisting with scheduling, internal staff communication, and last-minute changes
- Preparing checklists, waivers, signage, and cruise-day paperwork
- Running business errands (supplies, ice, pickups/deliveries)
- Keeping the office (+kitchen area/dishes area) clean at all times & occasional boat cleaning
- Organizing / maintaining cruise food/drink/supply inventory and tracking
- Supporting light boat prep as needed (restock, reset, quick wipe-down)
- Social media support (optional): photos, short videos, basic posting support
Ideal fit:
This role is best for someone who can work independently, stay productive during downtime, and support the owners and team with a positive, can-do attitude.
Company Culture:
At Island Style Charters, we bring the aloha spirit to every cruise through warm welcomes, great teamwork, and positive energy. Our work is hands-on and guest-focused, and we value reliability, clear communication, and safety on the water. If you love hospitality and enjoy working with people, you’ll fit right in.
