Head Rowing Coach

About the role

The primary task is to organize, recruit and develop a successful crew program in concert with the academic mission of the university. The Susquehanna rowing team practices on the scenic Susquehanna River. It is less than 15 minutes north of campus at the junction of Routes 11 & 15 and provides 10 miles of rowable water upstream. This position is classified as exempt under FLSA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Recruit quality student-athletes for the rowing program
• Develop and facilitate organized practices
• Adhere to relevant university and US Rowing policies and procedures to ensure proper risk management, including record safety initiatives.
• Develop and maintain the sport budget
• Coordinate fundraising opportunities for the rowing program, if appropriate
• Represent the university to various constituents in a professional manner
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of rowing coaching experience, or a total of six years of rowing coaching experience is required.
• First Aid and CPR certification required, or ability to obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment.
• College-level rowing coaching experience is preferred.

Additional Information for Applicant

• This position requires a valid driver's license, and the ability to drive and qualify under the university's insurance carrier when driving a university and/or leased vehicle.
• This role is identified as one that includes significant interaction with students and/or campus activities, and/or has oversight for disciplinary procedures. Therefore, you are considered a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and required to report any Clery Act crime disclosed to you and remain compliant with annual CSA training requirements.

Physical Demand

Must have the energy and enthusiasm and mobility to actively coach water sports. Frequent walking, running, bending, stooping and lifting. Working conditions are both indoor and outdoor.

Additional Requirments

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/susqu/jobs/4979072/head-rowing-coach