Assistant Women's Rowing Coach

EXPIRED

The Naval Academy Athletic Association (NAAA), founded in 1891, is a nonprofit organization whose objective is to "promote, influence, and assist in financing the varsity athletic programs of the midshipmen of the United States Naval Academy" in accordance with the policy of the Superintendent of the Academy. Through an intercollegiate athletics program that is one of the largest in the country, every midshipman, male and female, is afforded the opportunity to compete in athletics at the Division I level. The emphasis on physical fitness is borne out in the first line of the mission of the U.S. Naval Academy: To develop midshipmen morally, mentally and physically.

Summary

The Naval Academy Athletic Association has an immediate opening for a full-time Assistant Women's Rowing Coach. Responsibilities include assisting the Head Coach, student-athlete recruitment, student-athlete development, instruction of team practices, event management, alumni & parent relations, summer camps, operational duties, academic monitoring of student-athletes, and performing other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Adheres to all policies and regulations of the NAAA.
• Adheres to all rules, regulations and procedures established by the Academy, Conference and NCAA.
• Assists the Head Coach in monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes.

The Naval Academy Athletic Association (NAAA), founded in 1891, is a nonprofit organization whose objective is to "promote, influence, and assist in financing the varsity athletic programs of the midshipmen of the United States Naval Academy" in accordance with the policy of the Superintendent of the Academy. Through an intercollegiate athletics program that is one of the largest in the country, every midshipman, male and female, is afforded the opportunity to compete in athletics at the Division I level. The emphasis on physical fitness is borne out in the first line of the mission of the U.S. Naval Academy: To develop midshipmen morally, mentally and physically.

Summary

The Naval Academy Athletic Association has an immediate opening for a full-time Assistant Women's Rowing Coach. Responsibilities include assisting the Head Coach, student-athlete recruitment, student-athlete development, instruction of team practices, event management, alumni & parent relations, summer camps, operational duties, academic monitoring of student-athletes, and performing other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Adheres to all policies and regulations of the NAAA.
• Adheres to all rules, regulations and procedures established by the Academy, Conference and NCAA.
• Assists the Head Coach in monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes.
• Exercises reasonable judgment in sports program and travel expenditures, as applicable.
• Attends all daily workouts.
• Attends coaches’ meetings as scheduled.
• Assists in designing game plans and strategies. 
• Assumes responsibility for the coaching area(s) assigned by the Head Coach.
• Responsible for maintaining a commitment to sportsmanship in all areas of coaching activities.    
• Recruits in areas assigned by the Head Coach.
• Assists the Head Coach with on-campus visits, as directed.  
• Establishes and maintains a good working and professional relationship with all NAAA administration and staff.
• Establishes and maintains ongoing relations with supporters and alumni as appropriate.
• Assists in any projects assigned by the Head Coach.
• Assists with special projects as assigned by the Director of Athletics, the assigned Sport Administrator, and/or Head Coach.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience, Education, & Certification(s)

  • Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.
  • 3 years’ experience coaching at the collegiate level is preferred. 
  • Candidates with equivalent playing experience at the collegiate and professional level will also be considered.  

• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  1. The successful candidate should bring a positive and uplifting demeanor to all facets of our program and be willing to work cohesively for the betterment of our players and the program. 
  2. The person should demonstrate the ability to pay attention to detail, enjoy problem solving, and perform duties as assigned. 
  3. The successful candidate shall also possess excellent writing and communication skills. 
  4. A strong work ethic, be organized, be flexible, and be able to work with technologies required in the job.
  5. Proficiency in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  6. Proficiency with Google Workspace

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States of America, without sponsorship.
• Must be eligible to work on a military installation, including a willingness to submit to a background screen.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Work Conditions/Physical Requirements 

• Ability to stand, walk, or move for extended periods during practices, games, and recruiting events.
• Capacity to demonstrate physical techniques, drills, and sport-specific skills as needed.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently for recruiting, competitions, and professional development.
• Adequate vision, hearing, and speech to communicate effectively with student-athletes, staff, and external audiences.
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, including exposure to a variety of weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, wind, and humidity.
• Physical stamina to manage long hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays during the athletic season.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.

Travel

• As necessary for recruiting & away competitions. This may involve overnight trips.
• Travel will be based on the NCAA recruiting calendar.

The NAAA Featured Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 403(b) retirement plan 
• Paid holidays
• Paid accrued vacation and sick days
• NAAA paid life/AD&D insurance

Pay Range

$50,000-$60,000

Application Process

• Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references 
• Applications will be accepted until position is filled

Disclaimer Statement 

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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