<p>This is a 10 month position from August 16th - June 15th.</p> <p>The Assistant Coach will work with the Head Coach in the athletic development of student-athletes on the team with specific coaching responsibilities for our Development Squad, including the Third Varsity Eight, Fourth Varsity Eight and Walk-On Group. The coach will be responsible for the identification, evaluation, and communication with walk-on student-athletes.</p> <p>Education and Experience</p> <p>Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three (3) years experience in a high performance rowing environment.</p> <p>Skills and Knowledge</p> <ul> <li>Outstanding organizational skills - with a particular emphasis on internet and social media communication. </li><li>Excellent knowledge of training in a high-performance rowing environment </li><li>The capacity to work effectively with peers, and in a self-directive manner after collective goal-setting establishes objectives </li><li>Strong teaching and personal communication skills </li><li>Understanding of all NCAA rules and regulations relating to the sport of rowing </li><li>Knowledge of rigging, equipment repair, trailer driving, video analysis and recruiting software all pluses. </li></ul> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>Assisting the Head Coach in the athletic development of student-athletes on the team. This coach will have specific coaching responsibilities with our "Development Squad". This group of athletes is the least experienced and requires much instruction and oversight.</p> <p>Logistics:</p> <ul> <li>Make all necessary team and recruiting travel arrangements. Including flight reservations, hotel reservations, ground transportation, per diem and meals. </li><li>Assist with annual Nike gear team order. </li></ul> <p>Operations:</p> <ul> <li>Organization of equipment servicing including team truck, engines, trailer and boats. </li><li>Update or repair equipment including ergometers, rowperfects, oars, etc.. </li><li>Ensure that all registrations are up to date and properly placed on all equipment. </li></ul> <p>Recruiting:</p> <ul> <li>Assist in implementing the program's overall recruiting strategy with the goal of attracting top prospective student-athletes to Syracuse University. This will include the identification, evaluation and communication with prospective student-athletes through multiple sources including but not limited to social media and recruiting software. </li><li>Responsible for building and maintaining a robust walk-on database. </li></ul> <p>NCAA Compliance:</p> <ul> <li>Provide all necessary paperwork to the Compliance Department for official and unofficial visits, junior days, team forms and CARA logs. </li></ul> <p>Physical Requirements</p> <p>Not Applicable</p> <p>Tools/Equipment</p> <p>Not Applicable</p> <p>Application Instructions</p> <p>In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.</p>