Assistant Coach, Women's Rowing

High Point University (High Point, North Carolina), Athletic department is seeking a dynamic individual for the position of Assistant Women’s Rowing Coach. HPU is an NCAA Division I program and member of the Big South Conference. This position is responsible for assisting with all aspects of coaching and administration of the HPU women’s rowing program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Experience and Training

• NCAA rowing experience strongly preferred.
• Collegiate Coaching experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Ability:

• Proficient in the technical knowledge of women’s rowing
• Capability to instruct student-athletes and increase their athletic performance.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :  

• Instructs student-athletes, improving skill, sport performance and leadership.
• Assists Head Coach in coaching student-athletes.
• Counsels team members in academic, disciplinary, and personal matters; assists in monitoring the academic progress and eligibility status of student-athletes.
• Evaluates, recruits, and recommends prospective student-athletes.
• Monitors the conditioning and training of student-athletes.
• Participates in analysis of past performance, designing training plans, etc.
• Supervises travel arrangements for the team, including housing, transportation and meal arrangements for all players, coaches, and staff.
• Maintains positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating effectively with students, students’ parents, faculty, co-workers, and managers.
• Other duties as assigned.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Leads student-athletes in their academic, physical and leadership development.
• Promotes the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program.
• May supervise volunteer coaches and/or student assistants.

For more information about this position, please contact Jessica Deitrick, Head Coach Women’s Rowing at [email protected] .