Assistant Rowing Coach I (Part-time, 19 hours per week)
About The Position
Seattle Pacific University is seeking an enthusiastic and driven individual to join our Women’s Rowing team as a part-time Assistant Coach. This role is ideal for someone eager to grow within NCAA rowing while playing a pivotal role in recruiting, mentoring, and leading student-athletes toward competitive success. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, team player, and positive role model who thrives in a faith-centered educational environment. The Assistant Rowing Coach position supports Seattle Pacific University’s mission by contributing to a Christ‑centered learning and working community committed to academic excellence, service, and engagement with the world. In this role, the employee brings their skills, gifts, and professional expertise to work that matters—serving students, colleagues, and the broader University community in ways that reflect SPU’s values and purpose. To that end, all University employees are required to be aligned with and supportive of SPU's Statement of Faith and its derivative policies and lifestyle expectations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Experience with a competitive collegiate rowing program (as athlete or coach)
- Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities
- Initiative and commitment to athlete development and recruitment
- Enthusiasm for collaborative team culture and student mentorship
- Interest in learning and growing as a collegiate coach
- CPR Certification
- Washington State Boater’s License
- Washington State Driver’s License
- USRowing Level 2 Certification
- You have a personal commitment to Christian faith, enthusiasm about supporting SPU's mission, alignment with the University's Statement of Faith, and willingness to accept the lifestyle standards of the Christian community.
Nice To Haves
- Willingness to obtain post-hire with SPU support: CPR Certification, Washington State Boater’s License, Washington State Driver’s License, USRowing Level 2 Certification
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and support student-athletes with integrity and enthusiasm
- Recruit prospective student-athletes both from high schools and from the on-campus community
- Instruct rowing fundamentals and foster development of novice rowers into varsity contributors
- Collaborate with the Head Coach and other staff to deliver safe, successful team experiences
- Assist with administrative tasks and logistical operations
- Participate in spring travel and weekend events as required
- Help with rowing equipment maintenance and boathouse upkeep
- Represent SPU Athletics with professionalism and positivity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
