Jeff vom Saal

I am an experienced operations and facilities management professional transitioning into a full-time career in marina and waterfront operations. I bring more than 20 years of leadership experience managing complex public-facing facilities, staff, budgets, maintenance programs, vendors, safety procedures, and customer service, combined with extensive hands-on boating experience.

My professional maritime background includes five years with Boston Sailing Center, where I operated passenger launches in Boston Harbor, taught sailing, assisted with fleet maintenance, and supported daily waterfront activities. I have continued sailing throughout my life and currently own and maintain a C&C 31 sailboat. I also operate Nashville Boat Works and volunteer as a sailing instructor with Percy Priest Yacht Club.

My practical skills include sailboat handling, launch operation, docking and line handling, rigging, varnishing and wood finishing, basic vessel maintenance, tractor operation, and equipment upkeep.

I have completed ASA 101, 103, 104, and 110, passed the ASA 201 sailing instructor evaluation, and have more than 570 documented sea-service days. I hold First Aid/CPR certification and a TWIC card, have passed all required USCG OUPV examinations, and am awaiting issuance of my Merchant Mariner Credential. I am also pursuing SCUBA certification.

Having spent much of my career in senior executive roles, I am intentionally seeking a more hands-on position where I can contribute my experience while learning professional marina operations from experienced waterfront personnel.

I am particularly interested in Assistant Dockmaster, Marina Operations Specialist, Assistant Marina Manager, and boatyard operations positions. I value teamwork, practical problem-solving, excellent customer service, and maintaining safe, clean, welcoming facilities.

I am open to relocation, especially to coastal communities in the Pacific Northwest, Northeast, and Southeast.