Job Description:

Fairfield University is a modern Jesuit Catholic University rooted in one of the worlds oldest intellectual and spiritual traditions. More than 6000 undergraduate and graduate students from 36 states 47 foreign countries the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico are enrolled in the Universitys five schools. In the spirit of rigorous and sympathetic inquiry into all dimensions of human experience Fairfield welcomes students from diverse backgrounds to share ideas and engage in open conversations. The University is located in the heart of a region where the future takes shape on a stunning campus on the Connecticut coast just an hour from New York City.

Job Description:

Fairfield University Athletics is seeking applicants for the position of Associate Director of Rowing / Head Coach of Mens Rowing. The Associate Director of Rowing / Head Coach will beresponsible for directing all phases of a championship-caliber Division I Mens Rowing programwith an expectation to compete and succeed at the regional and national levels. The Head Coach must operate within the framework and governance of the IRA consistent with the goals and objectives of the University and the Department of Athletics.

Essential Functions:

1. The authority and responsibility for a successful Mens Rowing Program includes but is not limited to:

• Overseeing and participating in the effective recruitment of student-athletes in collaboration with the Office of Admissions and Office of Financial Aid

• Preparing the team for competition during a traditional and non-traditional season

• Overseeing and providing counseling training and conditioning of student-athletes

• Fostering a supportive team culture that maximizes success on and off the water.

• Helping to maintain the academic progress of all student-athletes through interaction with Student-Athlete Success staff and Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR)

• Working collaboratively with the Sports Medicine and Sports Performance staff as extensions of the Mens Rowing coaching staff to ensure proper and safe student-athlete development

• Acting as a University representative for alumni and University functions as coordinated by the Athletics Advancement staff

• Adhering to all University and IRA rules and regulations

• Coordinating travel arrangements with theprogram sport administratorand coordinator of business operations

• Managing team in a fair honesthighly organized/efficientand financially responsible manner

• Scheduling competitions

2. Responsible for a mens rowing program that operates within and fosters an atmosphere of compliance with IRA and University rules and regulations:

• Ensuring compliance with IRA and University rules in the Mens Rowing program with the assistance of university compliance staff

• Reporting of suspected or confirmed rules violations on a timely basis.

• Maintaining accurate files and documentation including information for the annual report recruiting etc.

• Continuing education with university compliance staff regarding NCAA and conference rule changes.

3. Responsible for the management of staff:

• Hiring and evaluating performance of assistant coach and student staff.

• Communicating effectively with the rowing staff and administrative staff on all pertinent departmental and University matters.

• Maintaining a program climate conducive to the professional growth of staff including rules education and departmental information

4. Responsible for the planning of the Mens Rowing program:

• Planning and arranging the Mens Rowing teams schedule which will be developed in consultation with the programs sport administrator Director of Rowing as well as the Vice President for Athletics. The schedule shall meet University objectives and comply with obligations under IRA rules.

• Meeting regularly with the programs sport administrator and Director of Rowing to ensure a clear understanding and a continuing dialogue regarding all aspects of the program.

• Engaging in periodic/annual evaluative discussions with the sport administrator Director of Rowing and Vice President for Athletics to ensure optimal operation and success of the program.

• Recommending and effectively implementing proposed improvements to maintain the success of the Mens Rowing program.

5. Responsible for the preparation and proper control of Mens Rowing budget in coordination with the Director of Rowing:

• Planning and forecasting for costs and expenses of assigned budget.

• Recommending appropriate changes in the annual budget requests.

• Approving all program expenditures throughout the fiscal year.

6. Work in the best interest of Athletics and the University by:

• Being available for external engagement opportunities including media requests broadcast interviews etc.

• Leading a program that has a consistent track record of success.

• In partnership with University Advancement participate effectively in fundraising events and initiatives to enhance visibility of the program and secure financial support for current and future program needs.

7. Receive annual written approval from the Vice President for Athletics and University President prior to accepting any athletic related income and benefits from sources outside the institution including contractual agreements and letters of appointment; sources of income shall include but are not limited to: income from annuities; sports camps; housing benefits (including preferential housing arrangements); country club memberships; complimentary ticket sales; television and radio programs; and endorsements or consultations with athletics shoe apparel or equipment manufacturers.

8. Participates in the professional development of the department. This involves:

• Monitoring developments in intercollegiate athletics and the sport of rowing through membership in professional associations attendance at workshops and seminars and in the reading of professional literature

• Promoting a courteous and professional image as a university representative

• Attending departmental meetings and informing staff regarding relevant information

• Ensuring student-athletes individual and team efforts are recognized

• Communicating effectively with sport administrator concerning pertinent departmental matters

• Representing the University in national regional and local organizations

• Supporting the Universitys mission and Athletics Department Core Values including participating in community service activities as possible

9. Promote a safe and secure work environment:

• Promoting the proper utilization of equipment tools and staff

• Notifying proper authorities and supervisor immediately of any unsafe working conditions.

10. Perform other related duties as directed or dictated by supervisor.

Category:

Performs such other duties responsibilities and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.

*Disclaimer

The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities activities and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Fairfield University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

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