Head Rowing Coach
EXPIRED
Posted Aug 06, 2024
Expired Aug 10, 2024
Posting Details
First Section
Position Title
Head Rowing Coach
Posting Details
First Section
Position Title
Head Rowing Coach
Apply NowPosition Approval Date
08/05/2024
Is this position budgeted?
Yes
Is this position an essential position?
No
About Susquehanna
Susquehanna University is the future-ready institution for today, invested in cultivating intellectual grounding, active learning and global citizenship for all students. Renowned as one of the finest U.S. national liberal arts colleges, Susquehanna inspires and challenges 2,200 enterprising, bright-minded students studying the arts, business, humanities and sciences. Our students seize opportunities through exceptional worldwide internships, expert-guided research and an acclaimed study-abroad program, leading to a transformative education that empowers each graduate to realize their unique potential and lead a successful and meaningful life.
The Susquehanna River Valley with its fresh air and overall pleasant year-round climate, provides four distinct seasons amidst a backdrop of vibrant autumn foliage, occasional winter snowfalls, flower-filled springs and warm summer evenings illuminated by fireflies. Nearby outdoor recreational areas for hiking, kayaking, fishing and skiing — and the bustling cultural and commerce hubs of New York City, Washington D.C., Baltimore and Philadelphia within a three-hour drive — present abundant opportunities for learning and discovery.
Position Summary
Job Summary
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 defined as a non-exempt position under
FLSA
regulations.
Specific 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 a schedule that includes representative and competitive contests.
Coordinate the purchase of equipment and the inventory and storage of equipment.
Maintain accurate participation records.
Develop a schedule that includes representative and competitive contests.
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.
Required Qualifications
Education and Experience
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.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
The person in this position must be able to demonstrate emotional intelligence and adaptability to adverse situations and have a strong commitment to enhance student-athlete experiences through motivation and counseling support, show evidence of positive attitude and the ability to get along well with others. They must have excellent speaking and writing skills, as well as the ability to be a well-organized self-starter. They must be able to set priorities and advocate team concepts; work collaboratively with faculty and staff, and interact with students, and parents, and have occasional interactions with coaches from other colleges and with university administrative staff.
Additional Requirements
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.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience
College level experience preferred.
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Benefits Eligible
No
Number of Months
10 months
Additional Work Schedule Details?
Hours per week during the academic year (39 wks)
Hours per week during the summer (13 wks)
Status
Non-Benefits Eligible
Posting Date
08/05/2024
Closing Date
08/09/2024
Full-Time/Part-Time
Part Time
Open Until Filled
No
Anticipated Start Date
Posting Number
AH01250
Posting Specific Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents 1. Diversity & Inclusion Statement 2. Other Additional Documents
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