Women's Rowing Assistant Coach

When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.

Benefits

Current Benefits

Colgate University is proud to offer in-depth, competitive benefits that support the health and wellbeing of our employees and their family. The majority of benefits are effective on the date of hire.

We pride ourselves on the scope and quality of the benefits offered to our employees. We invite candidates to visit our Benefits page to learn more about our generous benefits package, which includes but is not limited to:

Health and Wellness:

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, behavioral health benefits, disability and life insurance, 403 B Retirement with employer core and matching contributions.

Paid Time Off:

Vacation time (varies based on position classification), sick time, 13.5 holidays including a Winter Recess between Christmas and New Year's and 3 floating holidays.

Paid Family Leave:

After six months of employment, employees become eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid time off up to 67% of salary to a state maximum for bonding with a newborn, adopted or foster child, caring for a family member with a serious health condition or to help after a family member has been deployed to active military duty abroad.

Continuing Education and Professional Development:

Employees and their spouse/domestic partner may take up to 2 courses per semester at Colgate, tuition free with a $20 per course registration fee.

Funding for work related courses to obtain an undergraduate or graduate degree related to your current position.

After 7 years of service in an eligible position an employee's eligible children may be awarded up to half of Colgate's tuition to attend an accredited college, university or trade school of their choice.

Along with a generous benefits package, additional perks unique to Colgate University include but are not limited to free on campus parking, free gym membership with discounts for family members, reduced Seven Oaks Golf Course memberships, University Bookstore discount, free library access, 3 free tickets for any regular season athletic home event, access to Colgate owned Bewkes Center and Glendening Boathouse, free access to all cultural events.

Department Statement

Colgate Athletics seeks to be a welcoming and diverse association of students, coaches, staff, alumni, and fans in which all people are treated equitably and respectfully, and can contribute fully to our success; we share common goals, we affirm open communication and civility, we honor the sacredness of each person, we accept responsibility to act for the common good, we care for and serve one another, and we honor our history while celebrating our evolution; and, we strive to consistently perform at the upper range of our potential, to get better every day with a goal to win - to win in competition, in the classroom, in the community and in the lives of every member of the Colgate Community.

Accountabilities

This is a 10-month position, with benefits provided throughout 12 months.

Responsible for execution of specific strategic activities and outcomes within assigned sport or area. These will include sustained performance and execution in the following areas:

• adhere to Head Coach's philosophy
• athletic instruction/coaching
• program operations and administration as designated by the head coach

Responsible for oversight of all administrative operations regarding student-athlete development. These will include:

• monitoring of student-athlete academic progress and well-being
• ensuring student-athlete participation in all assigned community service activities

Assist with recruiting:

• attracting and evaluating prospective student-athletes
• monitoring prospective student-athlete academic progress and well being
• developing and maintaining relationships with prospective student-athletes and other recruiting constituents
• identifying talent, setting up recruiting visits, and participating in active recruiting of prospective student-athletes
• recruit on-campus novice prospects

Assist with Team Social Media:

• coordinating with the head coach on social media strategy and posts

Accountable for maintaining personal compliance with all relevant governing bodies including:

• NCAA
• specific conference
• athletic department
• university policies

Attendance at all required compliance educational meetings.

Successful on-time completion of all recruiting logs.

Accountable for maintaining professional relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

Independent and unchallengeable decision-making regarding all student-athlete participation in assigned sport activities when head coach is not present.

Accountable for student-athlete welfare while coaching.

Exercises independent discretion on all purchases and budgetary decisions for program.

Responsible for role modeling behaviors and leadership for student-athletes.

This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), in accordance with the federal statutory requirements of the Jeanne Clery Act. CSAs are required to and responsible for reporting allegations of crimes they receive from students and employees to the Campus Safety Department.

Colgate Athletics Mission:

To be an inclusive community of competitive excellence

Technical Competencies

Name Recruiting Description

• Demonstrated ability to identify and evaluate best-fit prospective student-athletes.

• Demonstrated ability to attract desired student-athletes to the University.

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive relationships with prospective student-athletes and key influencers.

Name Student athlete development, management and instruction Description

• Demonstrated ability of consistently improving individual student-athlete performance.

• Demonstrated expertise within a specific sport sufficient to adhere to head coach's strategy.

• Demonstrated ability to execute strategy, including pre-race preparation, instruction and race management.

Name Compliance Description

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to comply with NCAA, conference and institutional regulations.

Name Stakeholder Relations Description

• Demonstrated ability to work constructively with a diverse population of internal and external stakeholders and contribute to an environment of inclusivity.

Name Budget and Finance Description

• Ability to adhere to budget.

• Ability to reconcile monthly receipts in a timely manner.

Name Equipment and Clothing Gear Management Description

• Demonstrates ability to maintain and repair all rowing affiliated conditioning machines.

• Ensure all launches are maintained, refueled, and meet all safety requirements.

• Demonstrates ability to share driving responsibilities of the trailer to regattas and training trips.

• Demonstrates ability to effectively track, reorder, and issue clothing items for athletes.

Behavioral Competencies

Name Personal Accountability for Results Description

• Takes responsibility for decisions, performance, and outcomes;

• Behaves in a responsible manner with a positive attitude;

• Shows self-awareness and openness to feedback.

Name Effective Communication Description

• Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills;

• Shares information and seeks input from others;

• Adapts communication to diverse audiences;

• Protects private and confidential information.

Name Problem Solving and Decision Making Description

• Analyzes and prioritizes situations to identify and solve problems;

• Generates solutions to improve efficiency and quality;

• Involves others in solving problems and making decisions;

• Factors organizational goals into decisions;

• Makes clear, transparent, and timely decisions.

Name Change Management Description

• Responds positively to changing university initiatives and readily adapts behavior to maintain effective performance;

• Understands the long-term direction of the university and can relate this to departmental area;

• Adapts to new methodologies;

• Identifies and acts on areas where change is appropriate.

Name Leadership and Teamwork Description

• Applies skills and knowledge to provide a climate to achieve departmental and organizational success;

• Balances individual and department goals;

• Helps others perform at their best;

• Builds productive relationships to enhance individual and organizational effectiveness;

• Treats others with respect;

• Resolves conflicts among team members.

Name Creativity and Innovation Description

• Generates, explores, encourages, and implements innovative ways of creating strategic value for the university, division, department, and individual level;

• Critically assesses the effectiveness of new initiatives.

Name Diversity and Inclusion Description

• Demonstrates respect for people and their differences;

• Understands the benefits of a diverse workforce;

• Earns the trust and respect of others;

• Includes and welcomes others;

• Works to understand the perspective of others;

• Ppromotes opportunities to experience diversity within our community.

Name Sustainability Description

• Understands the impact of decision-making and personal behavior in achieving the university's commitment to a sustainable and carbon-neutral campus;

• Supports and advances the university's sustainability initiatives;

• Influences others to use sustainable practices.

Requirements

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

Candidate must have at least four (4) years of experience as a collegiate rowing experience (as a student-athlete or coach).

Candidate must demonstrate:

• significant knowledge of rowing
• proven success in recruiting and in coaching at the college or an equivalently high level
• strong commitment to the academic success of student-athletes
• knowledge and commitment to University, Conference and NCAA regulations
• good communication and technology skills
• strong leadership qualities

Applicants should be CPR/First Aid Certified or eligible for certification.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years of collegiate rowing coaching experience preferred.

Two (2) years of Division I collegiate women's rowing coaching experience highly preferred.

Education

Bachelor's degree is required.

Master's degree preferred.

Certifications

A current valid driver's license, in accordance with the University's Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy is required.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to provide technical and tactical instruction to student-athletes, including verbal and physical instruction.

Must be able to occasionally lift rowing equipment or launch material, no more than 50lbs.

Other Information

Colgate University is committed to the principle of institutional control in administering its athletics program in a manner consistent with the NCAA, ECAC, and Patriot League rules. Each individual involved in the athletics division is obligated to maintain competency and knowledge of the rules, to act within his or her realm of responsibility in full compliance with the governing legislation, and to report any violation of NCAA, ECAC or Patriot League rules of which he or she is aware. Should a situation warrant further investigation, you have an affirmative obligation to cooperate full in the infractions process, including the investigation and adjudication of a case. Without limiting remedies otherwise available to the university, if you are found to be in violation of any NCAA, ECAC or Patriot League rules, you may be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in relevant NCAA, league or conference disciplinary and/or enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant or repeated violations.