Position Purpose: Lead and sustain a competitive interscholastic and club rowing program. Working in partnership with the other Head Coach, this position oversees a staff of 4–6 Assistant Coaches and approximately 140 student-athletes in grades 6–12. The Head Coach fosters a positive, high-performing team culture while supporting the athletic, personal, and academic development of student-athletes. This is a 12-month, full-time position.
Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university required
Prior success as a competitive rower at the club or collegiate level desired
Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with student-athletes, families, and colleagues through effective communication, professionalism, and a student-centered coaching philosophy.
Passion for rowing and a commitment to helping student-athletes reach their full potential.
Experience with independent school programs and adolescents preferred
U.S. Rowing Level I or II Certification or higher preferred; be a member in good standing of U.S. Rowing
Knowledge of FHSAA rules and regulations preferred
Professional behaviors consistent with U.S. Rowing and FHSAA Regulations
Current CPR and First Aid certifications
Knowledge of rowing instruction, physical conditioning, and current coaching methodologies.
Minimum five years of leadership and rowing coaching experience
Must possess or be willing to obtain and maintain a Florida Driver’s and Boating license
Develop and implement seasonal training plans, assign workouts, teach rowing technique and safety, assess athlete development, and provide timely feedback.
Teaches rules of rowing and boathouse protocol
Foster a positive, disciplined, and inclusive team culture while mentoring Assistant Coaches and supporting the development of student-athletes.
Maintain a safe rowing environment by enforcing safety protocols, training coaches and athletes, and overseeing boathouse and on-water operations.
Advise and counsel rowers who wish to pursue junior development opportunities and/or collegiate competition, including writing letters of recommendation, if requested
In partnership with the other Head Coach, develop and sustain a youth rowing program, separate from the scholastic rowing program
Co-manage the physical operation, maintenance and inventory of the waterfront facilities- boathouse, docks and equipment at our state-of-the-art boathouse and crew complex
Oversee program administration, including scheduling, travel, budgeting, billing, special events, marketing support, and collaboration with school administration and parent leadership.
