Assistant Rowing Coach for Elite NCAA Division I Program

Merrimack College; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrimack College in North Andover, MA, is seeking an Assistant Rowing Coach to support the Director of Rowing in all aspects of a NCAA Division I program. The role involves developing training plans, guiding practices, and aiding student-athletes in academic and athletic growth on campus.

The position requires coordinating practices, evaluating performance with metrics, and assisting with recruiting and travel logistics while upholding NCAA and institutional policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college.
• Strong knowledge of rowing instruction, course management, regatta preparation and competitive collegiate rowing.
• Outstanding interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision and administration of all aspects of the rowing program under the Director of Rowing.
• Organize, plan, and conduct effective rowing practices, including water sessions and ergometer training.
• Help prepare student-athletes and crews for intercollegiate competition.
• Evaluate performance using rowing statistics and metrics to inform coaching and boat selection.
• Support student-athlete academic progress and personal development.
• Assist with recruiting prospective student-athletes in accordance with NCAA rules.
• Coordinate team travel, logistics, and equipment.
• Provide leadership to coaching staff and ensure professionalism and integrity.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communications

Organizational skills

Coaching/rowing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Merrimack College in North Andover, MA, is seeking an Assistant Rowing Coach to support the Director of Rowing in all aspects of a NCAA Division I program. The role involves developing training plans, guiding practices, and aiding student-athletes in academic and athletic growth on campus.

The position requires coordinating practices, evaluating performance with metrics, and assisting with recruiting and travel logistics while upholding NCAA and institutional policies.