(Class Code: 0135) (NUNC)

University of Rhode Island
Position Description

TITLE:                                Assistant Coach, Women's Rowing

DIVISION:                         Student Development - (Athletics)

REPORTS TO:                Head Coach, Women's Rowing

GRADE:                              Not Applicable

SUPERVISES:                 Support staff

BASIC FUNCTION:

Responsible for the on-campus recruiting of student-athletes and the implementation of training programs for the Novice Program.  Contribute to the overall administration of the Women's Rowing Program, including assisting with off-campus recruiting, team travel, and equipment maintenance, fundraising, and daily operations. Work with a team of coaches and foster a positive competitive environment for student-athletes. Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Rowing Coach.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Recruit on-campus student-athletes for the Novice Program.

Implement training programs for the Novice Programs.

Assist in the off-campus recruitment of prospective student-athletes.

Assist in equipment maintenance, team travel arrangements, and fundraising projects.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform other duties as required.

LICENSES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:

Upon appointment, must obtain NCAA rules certification certificate; CPR and first aid certificates.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

This position is subject to both inside and outside work; adverse weather conditions/temperatures can be encountered.


QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:  Bachelor's degree; competitive collegiate rowing experience and/or coaching experience in women's rowing; strong communication skills, and ability to work with diverse population; demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules with a commitment to adhering to all NCAA, Conference, and Institutional policies, rules, and regulations. Appointment subject to NCAA violation report clearance.

TO APPLY:

Submit (no emails or faxes, please) a resume and cover letter postmarked by 06-12-09 to:

Shelagh Donohoe, Search Chair
Requisition # 12532
University of Rhode Island
PO Box G
Kingston, RI 02881

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