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Dartmouth College
Assistant Coach, Sailing
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A Coach works with individual athletes or with sports teams to develop skills and improve teamwork and competitive performance. Runs practice sessions and physical conditioning programs; assesses the strengths and weaknesses of players; plans strategies for games; motivates and encourage players and teaches good sportsmanship.
$44,853 / year median in New Hampshire
+20% projected growth
Job Description
Position Details Position Information Posting date 06/04/2026 Closing date 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 Schedule Location of Position Hanover, NH Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only Is this a term position? No If yes, length of term in months. 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). Description Be a part of a storied program! Open Sailing Claims Fifth at ICSA Open Fleet Race National Championship
- Dartmouth College Athletics With state of the art facilities! Tim and Barbara Michels Family Boathouse
- Facilities
- Dartmouth College Athletics 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.
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//policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy Additional Instructions Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/85969Key Accountabilities 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.
Description Recruiting:
- Participates in the development and implementation of an overall recruiting plan, including but not limited to, determining program needs by position and class, selecting recruiting events to attend, and setting admissions priorities.
- The assistant coach assumes a significant amount of independent responsibility for: a) identifying qualified students and talented athletes; b) communicating effectively with prospects by phone, mail, e-mail; c) traveling to evaluate prospects, meet parents and high school coaches; d) organizing and participating in visits to campus by prospects; e) maintaining appropriate recruiting records as required by the NCAA, and f) staying abreast of the College's programs and opportunities to effectively inform prospects.
Description Administration:
- Actively seeks to ensure that athletes and athletics representatives are informed of and comply with NCAA, ICSA and Ivy League rules. Knows and complies with the rules and regulations of the NCAA, ICSA and Ivy League, and works to stay abreast of rule changes, applications, and interpretations.
- Provides input in planning and administering the budget for the program which includes assessing needs for equipment, team travel, recruiting, etc.
- Plans and reconciles recruiting and team travel expenses.
- Identifies and negotiates with potential opponents in contributing to the development of a competitive schedule.
- Works and directs the department's travel coordinator to set team travel plans.
- Communicates with alumni, parents and other supporters regarding status of the program.
- Promotes Dartmouth and the program through participation in camps, clinics, speeches, and community involvement.
- Develops and maintain positive relationships with a wide range of constituents, including students, parents, faculty, department and College staff, alumni, fans, community members, the media, etc.
- Represents Dartmouth, the athletic department, and the program in an exemplary fashion. Performs other duties as assigned. Percentage Of Time 15
- 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 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (
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- How did you learn about this employment opportunity?
- Please indicate 1-How many years (total) and 2
- at what level (age-group, high-school, college, or professional) do you have coaching experience? (Open Ended Question)
- Have you had experience recruiting high-academic student-athletes?