Coaching:

Assist the coaching staff in planning and implementing team training sessions. Provide safety supervision of practices on the water. Prepare scouting reports on opponents. Assist in the development of racing plans and provide post race analysis. Inspect boats and rigs for proper function and safety.

Recruiting:

Identify and attract talented student athletes that fit the mission of the University and the program. Assist the coaching staff in evaluating prospective student athletes, travel required. Communicate with prospective student-athletes via in-person, phone, email, and social media. Organize and participate in unofficial and official visits.

Administration:

Compile and keep an updated schedule for training, meetings, and travel for the team and coaches. Organize existing equipment and work with equipment manager to order new uniforms and gear for the season. Assist in coordinating travel and meals for away games. Manage and drive trailer, ensuring protection of boats and participants, for away races.

Qualifications

    A bachelor’s degree and five years of intercollegiate coaching and recruiting experience coaching/or playing at the collegiate level, preferably at NCAA Division I, III or III, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
    The ability and willingness to exercise discretion and have sound professional judgement is required.
    In support of the university’s mission, vision, and values, successful candidates must demonstrate a willingness to support and engage diversity, inclusion, and gender equity as a central component of anti-racist athletics participation and Jesuit education of the whole person. Excellent office and administrative skills, task orientation, timeline adherence and the ability to work and collaborate in a group setting.
    Required to complete Coaches Recruiting Certification, annually. Additionally, adult CPR/First Aid/AED certification is required and must be maintained for the entire duration of employment. Proficient understanding of boats, riggers, launches, boat trailers, and water safety protocols.

About Seattle University

Founded in 1891, Seattle University is a Jesuit Catholic university located on a beautiful campus of more than 50 acres in the dynamic heart of Seattle. Our diverse and driven population is made up of more than 7,200 students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs within six schools and colleges. Seattle University is an equal opportunity employer. In support of its pursuit of academic and scholarly excellence, Seattle University is committed to creating a diverse community of students, faculty and staff that is dedicated to the fundamental principles of equal opportunity and treatment in education and employment regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, national origin, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The university encourages applications from, and nominations of, individuals who will further enrich the diversity of our educational community.

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