Assistant Women�s Rowing Coach

Washington College; Chestertown (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington College's women's rowing program is seeking an Assistant Women’s Rowing Coach to support a competitive NCAA Division III program within the Athletics Department. The role includes coaching on and off the water, recruiting prospective student-athletes, coordinating logistics, budgeting, and supporting student-athlete academic success.

Ideal candidates have collegiate coaching experience, a flexible schedule, a valid Maryland driver’s license, and a commitment to the liberal arts

Qualifications

• Experience coaching at the collegiate level or rowing at the collegiate level.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks across a program.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Coaching on and off the water; mentor and develop rowers.
• Assist in recruiting and coordinating campus visits with Admissions.
• Support budgeting, scheduling, and equipment needs; ensure compliance.

Skills

Coaching

Recruiting

Administration

Student-athlete development

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Washington College is currently recruiting for an Assistant Women’s Rowing Coach to support the Women’s Rowing program within the Athletics Department.

Summary:

Responsible for assisting in the organization, development, and leadership of a highly competitive NCAA Division III women’s rowing program in support of the mission and core values of Washington College.

The Washington College women’s rowing program competes in NCAA Division III and the Mid-Atlantic Rowing Conference (MARC).

Essential Functions:

• Coaching: Demonstrates effective teaching methods and strong leadership on and off the water. Collaborates with the athletic trainer to help ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all participants.
• Recruitment: Assists in recruiting and retaining top prospective student-athletes who are fully engaged in the mission of Washington College. Collaborates with the head coach and the Office of Admissions to arrange on-campus visits for prospective student-athletes and their families. Ensures compliance with all recruitment policies and procedures.
• Administration: Assists with aspects of the program designated by the head coach, adhering to NCAA, conference, and department compliance. Helps with recruiting coordination, budgeting, and scheduling, as well as invoices, travel planning, and equipment orders.
• Student-Athlete Development: Assists in supporting the academic success of student-athletes by collaborating with college stakeholders. Mentors student-athletes.

Qualifications :

• Ability to lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.), and stand, bend, and stoop for extended periods of time.
• Three years of coaching and/or rowing experience at the collegiate level.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings and weekends.
• Must possess or obtain a valid Maryland driver’s license.
• Thorough understanding of NCAA rules, policies, and procedures.
• A coaching philosophy compatible with a liberal arts college with highly selective academic standards.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise exceptional judgment, ensure strict confidentiality, and demonstrate outstanding professionalism in a range of situations.
• Ability to support, contribute to, and strengthen a vibrant, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community of students, alumni, faculty, and fellow professionals.
• (Preferred) Experience competing in rowing at the collegiate and/or international level.