Assistant Coach, Women's Rowing

at  Stanford University

STANFORD’S DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS, PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND RECREATION:

Welcome to Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (“DAPER”), the premier intercollegiate athletics program in the country. With an unparalleled record of 136 NCAA team championships, we are the proud Home of Champions. Our success isn’t just measured in trophies; it’s reflected in the passion of our nearly 900 student-athletes competing across 36 intercollegiate varsity teams. It resonates in our unwavering support for the university’s physical education, recreation, and wellness initiatives. At Stanford, we don’t just embrace excellence; we define it. We don’t just nurture champions; we create them. Our actions are guided by the core tenets of DAPER culture, “The DAPER Way,” which are: Embrace Scholar Athleticism, Pursue and Revere Excellence, Lead with Courage, and Work Cohesively.
Are you ready to inspire champions? If yes, then this may be the right opportunity for you!
The Assistant Coach, Women’s Rowing will perform administrative duties, on water instructional education and support in recruiting efforts under the direction of the Head Coach of the Stanford Women’s Rowing program. This position is based on the Stanford main campus. This is a one year fixed-term role.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Exhibiting a sincere interest in the emotional, social and academic development of student-athletes
• Teaching on water sport-specific skills to develop student-athletes
• Demonstrating cooperative behavior in pursuing program goals
• Identifying and recruiting academically qualified student-athletes
• Following NCAA guidelines and University standards and policies in coordinating recruiting efforts
• Assisting in the planning and transportation of student-athletes to competitions
• Arranging transportation for student-athletes to practices
• Facilitating the transportation of equipment to competitions
• Assisting with equipment maintenance and upkeep
• Displaying leadership and professional behavior in developing student-athletes
• Contributing to the maintenance of a good working relationship with all members of DAPER
• Applying the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with adherence to NCAA, PAC12 and University regulations
• Assisting in the management and instruction of summer programing
• Passing the NCAA recruiting exam on an annual basis
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach of Stanford Women’s Rowing or their designee

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL HAVE:

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years collegiate or professional coaching experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong interpersonal skills in working with student-athletes, peers and the general public.
• Computer literacy with common office applications such as Word, Excel, G-Suite applications.
• Ability to navigate and manage programs Instagram and Twitter accounts.
• Ability to work cooperatively with a variety of staff and personnel in the Department of Athletics, the University and the community.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License
  At DAPER, we firmly believe that diverse teams make better decisions, foster innovation, and drive success for everyone involved. We celebrate differences in abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives, recognizing the rich tapestry that fuels our excellence. We are committed to fostering an environment of belonging where every voice is heard, valued, and respected. Your unique perspective is not just welcomed; it’s essential to our continued growth and success. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please still get in touch. We’d love to have a chat and see if you could be a great add to our team.