Assistant Rowing Coach

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Summary

The Assistant Rowing Coach supports the Head Coach in all aspects of the rowing program,

helping to deliver effective practices, foster athlete development, and ensure a safe and

inclusive team environment. This role involves working directly with student-athletes while

also assisting with team organization, administrative tasks, and competition planning.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Participate with the head coach in running practices, including on land and on water as needed.
• Drive a launch and supervise boats on the water independently, including teaching novice rowers the fundamentals of rowing, fitness, and safety.
• Work with the Head Coach to build and maintain team rosters.
• Coordinate with the school athletic department to maintain proper safety and eligibility documentation.
• Assist in coordinating logistics for competitions, including schedules, equipment preparation, and volunteer/parent organization.
• Other duties as assigned

This description is not designed to cover or contain a full listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Rowing experience at the high school, college, or masters (adult) level. Competitive experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills and a willingness to hone existing skills and learn new ones
• Previous coaching experience or other experience working with children of any sort is preferred but not required.

This position requires a background check and completion of the Safe Environment Training course offered through the Archdiocese of Louisville before interacting with students