Head Coach of Men's and Women's Rowing

EXPIRED

501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546

814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu

501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546

814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu

Head Coach Men’s and Women’s Rowing

Location: Erie
Reports To: Director of Athletics
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Classification: Administrative
Closes: Open Until Filled

SUMMARY

Mercyhurst University is seeking a qualified individual to lead our nationally competitive NCAA DI
Women’s rowing and Men’s IRA rowing programs. This is a 12-month appointment with full health and
retirement benefits. Responsibilities will include administering all phases of an intercollegiate rowing
program. Candidates must be a team player and demonstrate a proven success in competing and/or
coaching at the collegiate or equivalent high level.

Mercyhurst University places a special emphasis on the teaching component of coaching positions.
Participation in sport at Mercyhurst builds on the important lesson’s students learn in the classroom.
Mercyhurst views athletics as an extension and important part of the education and teaching mission of
the University. Student-athletes are learning teamwork, ethics, discipline, and skill sets that will enhance
their ability to succeed after leaving the University. The “teaching” of one’s sport and the related lessons
that accompany participation in athletics are the primary and central functions of each coaching position
at Mercyhurst University.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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Advanced knowledge of Rowing that has been acquired by significant experience coaching or
playing in a post-secondary environment of commensurate experience.
Ensure that all relevant Mercyhurst University, IRA, and NCAA rules and regulations are followed.
Including, but not limited to, student-athlete eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, scheduling, and
academic progress. Ensure compliance with Mercyhurst University, IRA, and NCAA rules by
student athletes and sport related staff.
Promote academic excellence, integrity, and graduation. Monitor academic progress, academic
meetings, class scheduling and attendance.
Teach fundamental skills and techniques, while preparing, leading, and executing practice and
competition plans for both championship and non-championship seasons.
Prepare, manage, and maximize program operating budget with established fundraising goals.

• Provide leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes.
• Direct and manage the Rowing program recruiting efforts of prospective student athletes to

include the following: maintain a database, host on campus visits, initiate and respond to phone
calls, emails, and mailings.

• Order and maintain appropriate uniforms, equipment, and supplies.
• Basic rigging and maintenance of the rowing shells and boathouse and land facilities.
• Team travel management: including accommodation, meals, and the transportation of equipment

to regattas.

• Plan, promote, and conduct camps, clinics, and/or lessons.
• Establish a positive relationship with the media.
• Establish, maintain and be responsive to community and programmatic contacts.
• Develop meaningful relationships with prospective, current, and former student athletes.
• Participate in fundraising, community service and engagement programs, assigned and/or

coordinated by the Department of Athletics.
Lead efforts to enhance the overall student athlete experience.
Seek out and take advantage of opportunities to serve on sport related committees.

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• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Three years of relevant sport coaching.
• Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.

Preferred requirements:
• Master’s degree.
• Experience at the collegiate level or higher.
• Exceptional leadership skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a diverse community.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
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• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
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Strong desire and ability to successfully recruit.

Strong follow-through skills, as well as the ability to plan, organize, and control projects through to
completion.

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must have current licensure for transportation of the team in vans or bus.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Must have current training in first aid and CPR.
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Subject to a criminal background check prior to employment.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled or until date
indicated above. Send cover letter, resume and 3 work-related references to:

Human Resources
Mercyhurst University
501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546
hrinfo@mercyhurst.edu

Mercyhurst University values diversity and is committed to the goal of achieving equal
opportunity for all. For that reason, Mercyhurst abides by federal, state, and local law in
admissions, employment and all services and programs provided.

Mercyhurst does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, citizenship
status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, age, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity
or expression, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status or any other legally
protected characteristic or because of any individual’s legally protected activities.

Mercyhurst complies with federal, state, and local legislation and regulations regarding
nondiscrimination. This policy applies to faculty, administration and staff, applicants for
employment, students and applicants for educational programs and activities.

Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States.