Head Women's Row Coach

About the position

The women's program will compete at the NCAA level. 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. The inaugural season will begin fall 2025.

Responsibilities

• 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 25-26 academic year, and therefore after in accordance with NCAA 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 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 Vice President of Athletics and Recreation.
• Conduct all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followed.

Requirements

• 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.

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
• Flexible work schedules / work from home opportunities