Assistant Coach, Women's Rowing

Description

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Overview

Assists the Head Coach in formulating, teaching, and coaching technical aspects of game preparation and game strategy for a Division I intercollegiate Women’s Rowing athletic program. Assists in directing competitions, practice, administrative activities, alumni relations activities, and the recruitment process for student athletes. Develops a varsity sporting program within the parameters of the structure and regulations of the Ivy League, other athletic leagues, the NCAA, and the University.

Required Skills & Abilities:

1. Knowledge of effective coaching techniques and best practices. Ability to work in a diverse work environment and ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with school administrators, parents, students and alums.

2: Ability to organize and manage all facets of the program including recruiting, scouting, individual instruction, budget planning, monitoring academic progress and success of student-athletes, and general day to day operations.

3: Ability to lead and work independently as well as within a team environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Description

Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community, eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative, or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale!

Overview

Assists the Head Coach in formulating, teaching, and coaching technical aspects of game preparation and game strategy for a Division I intercollegiate Women’s Rowing athletic program. Assists in directing competitions, practice, administrative activities, alumni relations activities, and the recruitment process for student athletes. Develops a varsity sporting program within the parameters of the structure and regulations of the Ivy League, other athletic leagues, the NCAA, and the University.

Required Skills & Abilities:

1. Knowledge of effective coaching techniques and best practices. Ability to work in a diverse work environment and ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with school administrators, parents, students and alums.

2: Ability to organize and manage all facets of the program including recruiting, scouting, individual instruction, budget planning, monitoring academic progress and success of student-athletes, and general day to day operations.

3: Ability to lead and work independently as well as within a team environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

4: Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with student-athletes, coaches and athletic and university administration. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

5: Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Travel required.

Essential Duties

1. Participates in the planning, organizing and execution of preseason and season practices and contests.

2. Evaluates the athletes’ performance and progress to ensure peak performance during practices and contests.

3. Oversees the mental and physical preparation of athletes for contests; assists in the development of conditioning programs.

4. Scout sand evaluates opponents’ performance and recommends game strategy based on that evaluation

5. Oversees the recruitment of prospective student athletes; evaluate prospective students' athletic and academic abilities and present Head Coach with recruits for final selection.

6. Participates in planning for alumni events including fund raising or other special functions.

7. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelors degree and one year of experience; or the equivalent combination of education and experience and knowledge of NCAA regulations.

Required Licenses or Certifications

Professional certification in water safety, advanced life-saving, health services, first aid, CPR or other areas may be required for some positions.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Participates in the planning, organizing and execution of preseason and season practices and contests. 2. Evaluates the athletes’ performance and progress to ensure peak performance during practices and contests. 3. Oversees the mental and physical preparation of athletes for contests; assists in the development of conditioning programs. 4. Scout sand evaluates opponents’ performance and recommends game strategy based on that evaluation 5. Oversees the recruitment of prospective student athletes; evaluate prospective students' athletic and academic abilities and present Head Coach with recruits for final selection. 6. Participates in planning for alumni events including fund raising or other special functions. 7. May perform other duties as assigned Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree and one year of work or playing experience; or the equivalent combination of education and experience and knowledge of NCAA regulations.

Job Posting Date

05/28/2026

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Athletics

Compensation Grade Profile

Assistant / Associate Coach (23)

Salary Range

$0.00 - $0.00

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff

Work Model

On-site

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

Salary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through  their hiring department.

The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

Note

Yale University is a tobacco-free campus.

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