The Department of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (PERD) is seeking a part-time Assistant Coach for its nationally-ranked club sailing program. The Assistant Coach, Sailing will assist the Head Coach with the recruiting and development of a co-ed group of club athletes. Additional responsibilities include working with the team, as a student organization, to create and meet organizational goals in line with those of the University and PERD Club Sports program. Inventory and fleet management/maintenance is also required. In-season, the ideal candidate will be available to assist with at least two practices per week and attend one regatta each weekend, as coordinated with the Head Coach. Travel, evening and weekend work is also required.

Required Skills

Current USOC Safesport, CPR and First-aid certification

3-4 years experience in intercollegiate competition

Ability to model and teach advanced intercollegiate dinghy crewing techniques and 3v3 strategies and techniques to novice team racers

Experience and familiarity with NEISA venues a plus.

All applicants should email their resume and cover letter to Scott Nalette, snalette@bu.edu. The position will remain open until filled by a qualified candidate.

Please note all newly hired staff and faculty will need to be in compliance with Boston Universitys COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement (https://www.bu.edu/hr/hr-covid-19-resources/vaccine-required-for-faculty-and-staff/) within 30 days of date of hire. You must upload your vaccine documentation or request a medical or religious exemption (instructions (https://www.bu.edu/hr/hr-covid-19-resources/upload-your-covid-vaccination-documentation/) ). For further information on the Universitys response to COVID-19, please visit the COVID-19 Resources (https://www.bu.edu/buohc/covid-19/) site.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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