Head Crew Coach

Responsible for assisting in the organization, development, and leadership of a highly competitive Men’s and Women’s Crew program in support of the mission and core values of Union College.

Position Title: Head Men’s and Women’s Crew Coach

Pay Status and Classification: Exempt, Regular Full-time. This is a 12-month-position.

Supervisor: Senior Associate Director of Athletics

Position Purpose: Responsible for assisting in the organization, development, and leadership of a highly competitive Men’s and Women’s Crew program in support of the mission and core values of Union College.

The Men’s and Women’s Crew programs are members of NCAA Division III and the Liberty League. Union College sponsors 27 intercollegiate sports, 25 in Division III, with Ice Hockey competing at Division I.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

Coaching and Leadership

• Recruits and retains high achieving student-athletes. Builds relationships with players to provide mentorship, guidance, and support both on and off the water. Works to enhance the student-athlete experience through training, competition, and leadership development. Collaborates with the athletics trainer to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all participants.

Responsible for assisting in the organization, development, and leadership of a highly competitive Men’s and Women’s Crew program in support of the mission and core values of Union College.

Position Title: Head Men’s and Women’s Crew Coach

Pay Status and Classification: Exempt, Regular Full-time. This is a 12-month-position.

Supervisor: Senior Associate Director of Athletics

Position Purpose: Responsible for assisting in the organization, development, and leadership of a highly competitive Men’s and Women’s Crew program in support of the mission and core values of Union College.

The Men’s and Women’s Crew programs are members of NCAA Division III and the Liberty League. Union College sponsors 27 intercollegiate sports, 25 in Division III, with Ice Hockey competing at Division I.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

Coaching and Leadership

• Recruits and retains high achieving student-athletes. Builds relationships with players to provide mentorship, guidance, and support both on and off the water. Works to enhance the student-athlete experience through training, competition, and leadership development. Collaborates with the athletics trainer to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all participants.

Program Oversight and Administration

• Adheres to NCAA rules and compliance. Manages the team budget including recruitment, equipment, travel, uniforms, and supplies. Oversees team travel arrangements and scheduling. Recruits, hires, and supervises assistant coaches.

Team Development and Innovation

• Contributes ideas, input, and support to the Union Athletics Department. Seeks out, applies, and shares knowledge of sport trends and innovations in playing and teaching.

Collaboration and Fundraising

• Partners with campus stakeholders, particularly College Relations, to coordinate fundraising and alumni outreach. Builds strong relationships with alumni, campus partners and the broader community. Connects student-athletes with academic and professional resources.

• Secondary additional administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and five years of experience coaching crew or a combination of relevant education, training, certifications, and/or work experience. Master’s degree and playing experience at the collegiate level is preferred.

• Experience in leading, motivating and providing guidance to high achieving and competitive student-athletes.

• Experience in recruiting and successfully identifying talented prospective student-athletes who can thrive in a rigorous academic environment.

• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends is required.

• Ability to lift moderately heavy items (up to 30 lbs.) and stand, bend and stoop for extended periods of time.

• A valid New York State driver’s license is required.

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

• The ability to foster and enhance a thriving, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community, while promoting a sense of belonging among students, alumni, faculty, and staff colleagues.

Compensation:

The annual salary range for this position is $68,000 to $73,000. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Location: Schenectady, NY

We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

We offer exceptional benefits including:

• Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time

• Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays (in accordance with policy)

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)

• Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs

• Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development

• Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan

• Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability

• Tuition programs

Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

E-Verify Participation:  Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).

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