This position is responsible for the development and administration of the Women's Rowing NCAA Division I sport program. Including, but not limited to, coaching, mentoring, program development, recruiting, public relations, community involvement and administrative duties in compliance with all university, conference and NCAA regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Coaching
• Develop sport specific systems and strategies, with emphasis on tactical components and instruct student-athletes on these systems and concepts as well as rules and fundamentals of the sport in order to develop the student-athlete and achieve personal and team goals

• Evaluate student-athletes to identify strengths and deficiencies, and design instructional opportunities to teach student-athletes how to improve technical and strategic execution

• Provide individual skill instruction, supervision, and motivation to student-athletes

• Prepare and coordinate annual, seasonal, monthly, weekly, and day to day practice plan and design

• Conduct condition programs, in coordination with strength and conditioning staff, encompassing recognized and approved methods of improving power, speed, strength and aerobic performance, consistent with industry safety and health standards.

• Oversee all practice sessions while incorporating basic sport strategies, as is deemed appropriate

• Incorporate student-athlete specific learning opportunities into daily practice design including instruction on techniques

  Foster an environment which develops the whole person

• Maintain a close working relationship with the athletic trainer and strength & conditioning staff in regards to athletic injury, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention.

  Administration

• Oversee completion and maintaining of all forms and records as required for NCAA compliance

• Oversee team travel coordination and logistics

• Manage scheduling of practices/team meetings/player meetings/video review working closely with Athletics Facilities staff

• Coordinate Fall and Spring scheduling of opponents

• Oversee planning, coordination, and execution of all approved Alumni and fundraising events/activities

• Oversee the maintenance and monitoring of information required for NCAA eligibility of each student-athlete and inform the athletes on NCAA rules and regulations

• In coordination with assigned Academic Coordinator, oversee monitoring the academic performance of student-athletes to assure graduation

• In coordination with the Equipment Manager, oversee monitoring the condition of equipment and requesting repairs or replacement as necessary

• In coordination with Athletics Facilities staff, oversee monitoring the condition of sport-related facilities and locker room.

• Keep current in knowledge about issues affecting the athletic program, including internal and external events, discussions and concerns

• Maintain a close working relationship with the SID regarding media relations, public relations, promotion, and awards to promote intercollegiate athletics as an integral part of the University

• Perform periodic review and evaluation of program goals, analyzing findings, identifying areas requiring improvement, and pursuing more efficient methods and processes

• Annually participate in Title IX education training

  Recruiting

• Oversee student-athlete recruitment process

• As an NCAA certified recruiter, successfully research, scout, evaluate and contact prospective student-athletes while operating within the scope of the department, conference and NCAA regulations at all times.

• As an on-campus recruiter, collaborate with other department and university staff in designing official and unofficial visits in compliance with all university, conference and NCAA regulations.

• Establish and develop relationships with appropriate high school and junior college officials, amateur club coaches, and coaches within the sport's national governing body for public relations purposes, thus positioning the university nationally.

• Develop, maintain, and use master recruit databases to support decision-making, assessments, evaluations, and program review.

  NCAA Compliance

• Employees of Gonzaga University’s Athletic Department must comply with all NCAA rules and regulations, and acknowledge this compliance as part of an evaluation process.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Collegiate Rowing experience with knowledge of rules of the sport and competition strategies, technique and training methods.
  • Demonstrated organizational and administrative skills
  • Two or more years supervisory experience
  • Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulation; ability to pass NCAA coach’s certification test
  • Ability to travel throughout the academic year and summer
  • Strong communication skills to effectively work with a diverse work force and student-athlete population
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to motivate student athletes and staff
  • Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and detail-oriented
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively build and manage teams
  • Demonstrated ability to operate with a high level of confidentiality and discretion
  • Valid driver's license with proven driving record in good standing
  • CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain upon hire
  • Ability to pass pre-employment background check and physical
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  • Desired Qualifications:
  • NCAA Division I Rowing coaching experience
  • Head coaching experience
  • Fundraising experience
  • International playing and/or coaching experience
  • Demonstrated experience working in a leadership role in a collaborative environment
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Northwest region as it pertains to recruiting
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  About Gonzaga University

  Gonzaga University is located in Spokane, Washington, and is a member of the West Coast Conference (WCC) and sponsors 18 NCAA Division I programs. At Gonzaga we don’t just state our mission, we live it every day as a Catholic, Jesuit, and humanistic University. It is the reason we exist and the foundation for our purpose: educating students for lives of leadership and service. From students to faculty and staff members, everyone here knows what we stand for – and they know how valuable our mission is to the success of our institution. Our competitive benefit packages are part of Gonzaga’s commitment to care for the whole person. Packages include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement, tuition benefits, and other University-provided benefits. We also provide numerous resources which help bring balance to the complexities of work and personal life through our work/life and wellness programs.

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