Assistant Coach, Sailing

Posting date : 08 / 01 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Position Number : 0687800

Position Title :

Assistant Coach, Sailing

Hiring Range Minimum :

Please Inquire.

Hiring Range Maximum :

Please Inquire.

Union Type : Not a Union Position

SEIU Level : Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status : Exempt

Employment Category :

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year :

12

Scheduled Hours per Week :

40

Location of Position :

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? :

Onsite only

Is this a term position? :

No

Is this a grant funded position? :

No

Position Purpose :

To participate as part of a decision making team (coaching staff) under the direction of the head coach in planning, coaching, recruiting, administering, and promoting the program within NCAA, Ivy League, ICSA, and institutional standards. The Assistant Coach plays a critical role in achieving the overall goals of the program by providing important recommendations and suggestions to the head coach (regarding competition strategies, line-ups, priority listing of recruits, etc.) as well as offering initiative and independent judgment (e.g., in providing coaching instruction, evaluating and communicating with prospective recruits and their parents, and representing the program to constituents).

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp :

Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities :

Advanced knowledge and understanding of technical and strategic aspects of Sailing.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituents in a diverse community.

Ability to teach, lead, motivate and guide student-athletes.

Ability to recruit effectively with no athletic grants-in-aid and highly selective admissions standards.

Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.

Six years experience playing and / or coaching sailing at the high school or collegiate level.

Bachelor’s Degree; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

Sailing experience as a coach or athlete at the intercollegiate level.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries :

Mariruth Graham

Department Contact Phone Number :

603-646-5666

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title :

Rebecca McElvain, Head Sailing Coach

Equal Opportunity Employer :

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check :

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and / or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? :

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants :

This job posting is not accepting external applications at this time.

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https : / / policies.dartmouth.edu / policy / tobacco-free-policy

Quick Link :

https : / / searchjobs.dartmouth.edu / postings / 80203

Description :

Coaching / Mentoring :

• Contributes suggestions and recommendations to planning and implementing the conditioning, training and coaching programs for the team.
• Independently seeks and develops new training concepts and sport specific knowledge to enhance the overall knowledge the coaching staff.
• Prepares scouting reports and game plans for opponents.
• During competition, makes recommendations to the head coach regarding adjustments to game plans and line-ups.
• Teaches skills to student-athletes during team practices, games, and individual / small group training sessions. Evaluates performance of athletes and offers technical, strategical, and mental instruction and advice.
• Demonstrates a sincere interest in the academic, personal, and physical welfare of each student-athlete; counsels team members and consults with the head coach and appropriate College staff as necessary for the resolution of issues.

Percentage Of Time : 60

Description :

Recruiting :

Percentage Of Time : 60

Description :

Administration :

Percentage Of Time : 60

Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.

Performs other duties as assigned