Assistant Sailing Coach — Lead Practices & Recruit Talent

Rollins College; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rollins College benefits package

Job summary

Rollins College is seeking an Assistant Sailing Coach to support the Varsity Sailing Coach in coaching, recruitment, and program administration. Responsibilities include managing equipment inventories, budgeting, and coordinating practices, travel, and meals for competitions.

The role involves promoting the program, maintaining safety standards with athletics staff, and serving as a role model for student-athletes within Rollins College’s liberal arts environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
• US Sailing Instructor Level 1 Certification with four years of competitive sailing.
• Boater Safety Certificate.
• Possess a valid driver's license or ability to obtain a Florida driver's license within 30 days of accepting the job.
• Strong coaching, recruitment and retention of student-athletes.
• Ability to work in a liberal arts institution and adhere to NCAA Division II, ICSA, SAISA policies.
• CPR, AED and first aid certification as required by Rollins Athletics.

Responsibilities

• Teach and track sailing skills from fundamentals to advanced mental aspects.
• Keep knowledge of sport rules updated through clinics and self-education.
• Repair and maintain sailing fleet, boats, and boathouse with facilities management.
• Promote sailing through media and events with athletic communications.
• Coordinate travel arrangements with the Office/Travel coordinator.
• Organize training and preparation for practices and regattas, including equipment.
• Support participant well-being and coordinate with athletic training staff.
• Order, care for, and inventory equipment in collaboration with the Varsity Sailing coach.
• File eligibility and Rollins/ICSA/SAISA forms in a timely fashion.

Skills

Coaching sailing

Recruitment

Teaching/motivation

Student-athlete development

CPR/First Aid

Communication with medical staff

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Rollins College is seeking an Assistant Sailing Coach to support the Varsity Sailing Coach in coaching, recruitment, and program administration. Responsibilities include managing equipment inventories, budgeting, and coordinating practices, travel, and meals for competitions.

The role involves promoting the program, maintaining safety standards with athletics staff, and serving as a role model for student-athletes within Rollins College’s liberal arts environment.