Assistant Sailing Coach

Tulane University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University seeks an Assistant Coach to support the NCAA Division I sailing program. The role centers on teaching fundamentals, assisting in practice planning, and supervising student-athletes during competitions.

The position also involves recruiting high school sailors, monitoring academics, and coordinating sport camps under the Head Coach guidance. Compliance with NCAA rules is essential, and travel with teams is expected.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's Degree or equivalent; sailing coach experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and compliance.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities in a sports program.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach with teaching sport fundamentals and game plans.
• Recruit prospective student-athletes and monitor academics.
• Direct or assist in directing sport camps and manage camp revenues.

Skills

Sailing knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Social media

Job description

Assists with the coaching and administrative duties of the NCAA Division I sailing program. Primary function is the proper instruction and teaching of the fundamentals of the sport assigned. Secondary responsibilities include recruiting prospective student-athletes as well as monitoring the current student-athletes. Other duties will include sport camp involvements as well as certain NCAA duties.

Responsibilities

COACHING - The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the head coach with the teaching of sport specific fundamentals and skills associated with their assigned sport which includes but is not limited to; observing and evaluating performance and demonstrating proper techniques, executing practice plans to improve student-athletes skill level. In addition, the Assistant Coach is responsible for providing instruction to their student-athletes during practice and competition on certain game day situations relative to plays needed to be run or formations to be in per their instruction. Assists the head coach with the management of all aspects of the sports program. Serves as an on-course coach during practices and games, provides advice on strategy while evaluating player performance and demonstrating proper skills or techniques needed to perform at a high level.

RECRUITING - Evaluates and recruits high school players, entertains prospective recruits and their accompanied family on campus. Introduces them to the on campus amenities and samples campus life during their tours. Make phone calls, emails or social media contact within the NCAA guidelines for their respective sport. Maintain contact with recruit per Head Coach’s directive and assigned area of responsibility whether that be a region or geographical area or positional responsibility. Monitors the academic performance of certain players as assigned by the head coach.

SPORTS CAMPS - Assists in directing or directs sport camps as requested or required by the Head Coach. Markets and organizes the camps so that they are efficiently run and comply with Athletic Department standards and policies. Databases are kept of those attending camps and all revenue derived from camps is reported to the Athletic Business office. The safety and welfare of participants are monitored. All employees are hired, trained and monitored during camps activities.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree

2 years’ sailing coach experience

Must have a valid and unrestricted (not including corrective lens needs) U.S. Driver’s license and must meet the Tulane University Motor Vehicle Policy criteria to become authorized as a driver

OR

High School Diploma or Equivalent

8 years’sailing coach experience

Must have a valid and unrestricted (not including corrective lens needs) U.S. Driver’s license and must meet the Tulane University Motor Vehicle Policy criteria to become authorized as a driver

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Competencies:

• Proficient in all technical aspects of sailing
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to interact effectively with coaches, administrators, student athletes and vendors
• Extremely organized, self-starter, intrinsically motivated
• Strong organizational, management and leadership skills
• Proven ability to multi-task effectively
• Ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines
• Proficient computer skills including word processing, spread sheets and social media
• Availability to work flexible work schedule including nights and weekends
• Travel with sports teams for away contests
• Thorough knowledge of NCAA and Inter-collegiate Sailing conference rules and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree

Previous experience at the NCAA DI level

NCAA Related: Ensures that all Department of Athletics and University related activities operate in full compliance with university, conference and NCAA rules and regulations. Attends and participates in scheduled compliance seminars and complies with all the Athletic Department’s efforts to monitor compliance with NCAA regulations. Seeks interpretations from the compliance staff before acting when necessary. Reports potential rules violations immediately. Completes required compliance paperwork in a timely and efficient manner. Monitors all of their areas and/or programs activities closely to maintain compliance with applicable rules and regulations.

About Us

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Job Info

• Job Identification 2244
• Job Category Athletics and Recreation
• Posting Date 11/02/2026, 09:26 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations New Orleans, LA, United States United States