Head Men's and Women's Row Coach

The mission of The University of Bridgeport is to promote academic excellence, personal responsibility, and commitment to service. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturally diverse supportive learning environment prepare graduates for life and leadership in an increasingly interconnected world.

Position Description Summary/Purpose:

The University of Bridgeport is looking for a Men’s and Women’s Head Rowing Coach to establish the rowing program.  The women’s program will compete at the NCAA level, while the Men’s program plans to join the IRA.  This position recruits, trains and provides guidance to members of the Row team in a manner which promotes the academic, athletic and social success of athletes and is consistent with the mission and goals of the University of Bridgeport Athletic Department. 

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Represent the University of Bridgeport and the Athletic Department in a positive manner with a high degree of integrity and quality.
• Promote and support the University of Bridgeport and its mission.
• Recruit student-athletes for the 26-27 academic year, and therefore in accordance with NCAA/IRA rules and regulations.
• Promote Row at the University of Bridgeport
• Provide leadership in the planning and operation of the program.
• Administer within the policies of University of Bridgeport, team conference, and NCAA and IRA rules.
• Organize and facilitate all daily practice sessions, contest preparation, competition and off-season training.
• Adhere to operating, equipment and scholarship budgets as established by the Athletic Department.
• Delegate responsibilities to crew coaches and squad members.
• Develop and maintain a successful recruiting system while maintaining a high level of visibility.
• Assist in promotion and public relations activities for the University of Bridgeport Athletic Department.
• Supervise and evaluate crew coaches.
• Schedule contests in accordance with the policies set forth by the University of Bridgeport Athletic Department.
• Coordinate travel and meal considerations for away contests.
• Select coaches in cooperation with the Director of Athletics.
• Conducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followed.

Other Functions: 

• Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
• Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
• Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill:

• Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and build an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience:

The qualifications required would generally be acquired with … or any equivalent combination of education, work experience and training.

• Bachelor’s Degree required; advanced degree preferred;

• CPR/AED certification;

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

• Coaching and /or participation at collegiate level preferred; demonstrated ability and passion to teach wrestling

• Knowledge and experience in aquatics

• Ability to work weekdays, evenings and weekends;

• Candidate must have a valid driver’s license and meet University of Bridgeport’s Driving Requirements;

• Willingness to fundraise;

• Ability to interact with all levels of the university community.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Work Environment

Physical Activity

Lifting Requirements 

Vision requirements (Especially relevant if driving is required by the job)

__        Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)

___      Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)

___      Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors)

___      Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or

            left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point)

___      Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and

            spatial relationships)

_X_   No special vision requirements

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Pet Insurance

• 401k employer match

• Employee & dependent life insurance

• Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents

• PTO program

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between The University of Bridgeport and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)