Hourly Rowing Coach

RIVERSPORT OKC Foundation is a nonprofit organization unlike any other. Feel fulfilled in your daily work as you assist in the ever-changing landscape of Oklahoma. You’ll have a sense of pride when you work with other dedicated professionals to improve the quality of life in Oklahoma City. Working at the RIVERSPORT OKC Foundation offers exciting challenges for all of our employees. We hope that you will join us in our exciting endeavors!

The Hourly Rowing Coach will be dedicated to creating an exceptional coaching experience for our guests participating in the Corporate Rowing League, the Youth Outreach Rowing League or Learn to Row classes. This position is paid on an hourly basis and is classified as non-exempt. The Hourly Rowing Coach will report to the Corporate League Coordinator.
 

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities: Essential functions may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by this position.

• Enthusiastically represent Oklahoma City Boathouse Foundation by displaying a positive attitude, high level of energy, and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job.

• Monitor activities to ensure adherence to rules and safety procedures.

• Communicate clear rowing instructions to guests of all skill levels and athletic abilities.

• Plan and implement 90-minute workouts for each team.

• Professional dedication to each team's development and cohesiveness.

• Must be available in two hour increments for each coaching session

• Must be able to work evening and some weekends

• High school, masters or college rowing experience

• Prefer previous coaching experience

• Knowledge in safety launch driving (will provide training if necessary)

• Must be CPR/First Aid Certified (will provide training if necessary)

• Must be Safesport Certified (will provide training)

• Must attend all/most practices and year end regatta

• Able to communicate and work effectively in a professional manner with co-workers, supervisors, subordinates, vendors, and the guests.

• Able to learn and understand all policies and procedures pertinent to the department and the functions of the job.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to move equipment which would include pushing, pulling, bending, and lifting

• Able to stand, walk, crouch, crawl, kneel, or stoop

• Able to regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds

• Able to perform work duties outside in varying weather conditions prevalent at the time.