Williams College, a Division III institution and member of the New England Small College Athletics Conference (NESCAC), is seeking applicants for a full-time crew coach for the Women’s Crew Team. This is a 40 hour per week, 10-month position with a full meal plan and a benefit package spread over 12 months, and also provides full tuition-remission of graduate school after six months of employment.
Our brand new, state of the art boathouse was completed in September of 2024 on Onota Lake. The ideal candidate will have experience with NCAA rules and regulations, have a keen ability to coach and mentor all ability levels including novices, while understanding the rigors of the academic demands at Williams College. In addition, a successful candidate will assist in the development and execution of daily, weekly, and seasonal training plans, collaborate with our support staff, and promote an inclusive culture within the rowing team and a positive environment that encourages student-athletes to strive for academic and athletic excellence.
Williams College Women’s Crew is committed to building a diverse and broadly inclusive community. Applicants are welcome to include information regarding their experiences working with diverse student populations and/or experiences supporting an inclusive work environment in their cover letter.

Responsibilities:

• Teach novices and varsity athletes rowing technique and analyze video to identify areas needed for improvement
• Independently run on land and on water practices
• Lead recruiting efforts for potential student-athletes including, but not limited to, correspondence, talent assessment, and scheduling on-campus visits
• Assist the Head Coach with team related duties as needed/assigned
• Assist in preparing and planning home race operations and travel race plans
• Support coaching staff with team meetings and other administrative duties

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• At least 2 years of coaching experience or equivalent competitive collegiate rowing experience is required
• Commitment to the student-athlete, passion for the sport, attention to detail, excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to recruit, teach, and coach highly talented scholar-athletes who can succeed in a challenging academic environment
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Successful completion of Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check is a condition of employment in order to be able to drive college vehicles and/or transport students.

Application review will begin on July 25, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Pay for this position is $36,545.
Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service.
Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at (413) 597-2681 or email at
hr@williams.edu

• Teach novices and varsity athletes rowing technique and analyze video to identify areas needed for improvement
• Independently run on land and on water practices
• Lead recruiting efforts for potential student-athletes including, but not limited to, correspondence, talent assessment, and scheduling on-campus visits
• Assist the Head Coach with team related duties as needed/assigned
• Assist in preparing and planning home race operations and travel race plans
• Support coaching staff with team meetings and other administrative dutie