Assistant Coach, Sailing, Per-Diem

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Locations:

Bristol, RI

Posted:

Aug 28, 2025

Closes:

Sep 17, 2026 - 11:59 PM EDT

Type:

Per Diem Ref. No.:1895 Position 

ID:

192251

About Roger Williams University:

At Roger Williams University, students are prepared to be thinkers and doers ready to solve challenging problems with innovative solutions. RWU offers 50 majors and robust offerings of graduate and professional programs across eight schools of study including Rhode Island's only law school, with campuses on the coast of Bristol and in the heart of Providence, R.I. With small classrooms and a focus on undergraduate and graduate research and community engagement, a Roger Williams education blends the strength of liberal arts and professional studies, providing all students with the depth and breadth of interdisciplinary thinking and well-rounded knowledge necessary to succeed in our interconnected, global world. RWU is committed to strengthening society through engaged scholarship so that students graduate with the ability to think critically and apply the practical skills that today's employers demand. Roger Williams University seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value all races, genders, identities, and abilities. RWU is committed to creating a thriving community that encourages lifelong learning, professional development, and academic innovation.

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach is responsible for all aspects of the development and administration of a successful NCAA Division III Intercollegiate Sport Program on a per-diem basis. The program will be conducted in accordance with all University and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules, regulations, and policies. The Assistant Coach is a professional employee of the University with a primary duty of teaching and instructing student-athletes in the specific sport that is being coached. The vast majority of the Assistant Coach's time is spent on coaching/teaching duties, while a minority of the Assistant Coach's time is spent performing administrative duties. Coaching/Teaching (80%) Teach and develop sport-specific skills in a successful, safe and prudent manner. Create, present, and maintain records of up-to-date lesson plans for pre-season/season practice drills and procedures detailing the desired goals to be achieved. Schedule practice and game preparation sessions, and conduct post game analysis and incorporate into lesson plans. Conduct research of opposing teams. Administrative (20%) Conduct an ongoing recruitment program through a variety of methods, both on and off the court/field with the goal to attract, select and encourage enrollment of high caliber student-athletes. Initiate new ideas and methods to improve the program in support of the University goal of a successful conference and attainment of a regional level Intercollegiate Associate ranking relevant to the specific sport. Assist the Head Coach with the development of sport specific skills, in a successful, safe and prudent manner. Additional Functions Comply with the sport specific intercollegiate affiliation policy, conference rules, and department policy and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or supervisor's designee. Respect and maintain confidentiality, parameters of operation, professional protocols, and individual privacy.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in a related discipline from an accredited four-year collegiate institution. Experience in coaching and knowledge of the fundamentals, tactics, and strategies of coaching intercollegiate sports with ability to recruit talented players for the program. Knowledgeable and current on all College rules and regulations concerning eligibility and recruiting related to specific sport that is being coached. Ability to handle emergency situations involving students .Current CPR and First Aid certification.

Current driver's license. Ability to travel. Preferred Qualifications Intercollegiate sport specific experience .Ability to work on nights, weekends and some holidays. At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be accepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.