JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Sailing Team Director of Operations
Department: Student Affairs
Position Reports to (Position Title): Head Sailing Coach & Waterfront Executive Director
Position Class: Exempt
Position Type: Full Time
Position: Primary
Job Description
The Sailing Team Director of Operations will be responsible for providing logistics, administrative, management and leadership support to the team. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing schedules, practice and meetings, regattas, as well as identifying, and prioritizing items for action, planning and executing team administration. The Director of Operations works with a diverse group of athletes, coaching staff, Parents, donors, recruits as well as communicates with professors, staff and administration levels within and associated with the University.
Supervisory Responsibilities
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Assist Interviews, hires, and trains new staff.
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Assist in overseeing the daily workflow of the department.
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Assist in evaluating performance and provides timely feedback.
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Helps to resolve employee issues and disputes.
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Assist in handling discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
Duties/Responsibilities
Coaching Support
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Assist with on-the-water coaching during team practices and select regattas
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Support general sailing skill development for all team members
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Provide mentorship and encourage leadership among student-athletes
Operations & Logistics
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Manage all team travel logistics, including flights, lodging, transportation, and itineraries
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Coordinate regatta planning and travel arrangements
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Organize team schedules, including practices, team meetings, and events
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Manage and design gear/merch purchases
Leadership & Team Culture
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Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team environment
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Develop leadership opportunities and initiatives for team members
Outreach & Development
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Serve as a point of contact for alumni relations and donor communications
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Collaborate on fundraising efforts, including campaigns, events, and stewardship
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Represent the program.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous collegiate sailing experience (as athlete, coach, or staff)
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Experience with logistics, travel planning, or event coordination
- Passion for student-athlete leadership and development
- Proficiency with social media and/or donor relations tools is a plus
Education, Certificates, Licenses and Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
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Minimum US Sailing level 1 Certification required
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Knowledge, experience and understanding of College Sailing
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At least one year of related experience required.
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Valid Drivers License
Physical Requirements
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Must be able to lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
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Must be able to bend, stoop, and reach.
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Manual dexterity to efficiently operate a computer keyboard and other business machines.
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Adequate hearing to communicate effectively in person and by phone.
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Must be able to drive sailboats, motorboats and large team vans.
Important Note
This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. The University reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.
Acknowledgment:
Submission of my application acknowledges understanding of this job description. I verify that I am capable of and willing to fulfill all essential functions of this position. I am willing to be flexible and willing to do various jobs that are not listed, as the need arises.
