| Location | Kingston, RI |
| Salary | $50,000–$55,000 Per Year |
Position Information
Posting Number SF02245 Job Title Head Coach, Club Crew Team Position Number 109247 FTE 1.00 FLSA Exempt Position Type Professional Staff Union Non-Union Non-Classified Staff Pay Grade Level Grade Level: N/A Pay Grade Range Salary Hiring Range: $50,000 - $55,000 Status Academic Year, Full-time, Limited
Department Information
Department Campus Recreation Contact(s)
Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)
Contact Phone/Extension Contact Email Physical Demands Campus Location Kingston Grant Funded No Extension Contingency Notes
Position is full-time, academic year, limited to 06/26/2027 with anticipated renewal.
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Job Description Summary
Search will be open until filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by November 10, 2026. Applications received after November 10, 2026 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
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About URI: The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs and is the State's flagship public research university, as well as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and within easy reach of Newport, Boston, and New York City.
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THE POSITION WILL BE AN IN-PERSON WORK SCHEDULE.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of a highly competitive collegiate rowing program, ensuring strong team development and operational excellence.
Duties and Responsibilities
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Promote fair play and good sportsmanship at all practices and competitions.
Uphold, enforce, and adhere to all URI policies and procedures.
Adhere to and enforce safety guidelines for on-water sessions.
Attend and coordinate all team practices.
Accompany team to all regattas during the fall and spring racing seasons.
Schedule and coordinate all team-related events including practice, team meetings, workouts, and regatta participation.
Coordinate team travel in cooperation with the Assistant Director, Competitive Sports, and the team's executive board.
Oversee the recruitment process of prospective student athletes.
Remain abreast of and adhere to all US Rowing, ACRA, and other relevant rules and regulations.
Maintain office hours and availability to meet with athletes during the academic year.
Oversee the development of the team's annual budget and management of team finances in cooperation with the team's executive board and the Assistant Director, Competitive Sports.
Liaise with the Old and Ancient Rowers Society of Rhode Island (OARS) on all matters relating to the Flagg Rowing Center.
Oversee the rigging and maintenance of the team's fleet and other equipment.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Attend select University functions as directed by the Assistant Director, Competitive Sports.
Assist with fundraising and alumni engagement activities, in cooperation with the team's
executive board, the URI Foundation, and the Assistant Director, Competitive Sports.
Work a Flexible schedule including some nights and weekends.
Perform other duties as required.
LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:
Proficiency with personal computers, printers, word‑processing, database management, and spreadsheet software; Current USRowing Level 1 Coach Certification; Current Rhode Island Boating Safety Certification or obtain within the first 30 days of employment; Current CPR, first aid and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Certifications or obtain within the first 30 days of employment; Current US Center for SafeSport Certification or obtain within the first 30 days of employment.
Required Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED:
Current USRowing Level 1 Coach Certification or higher.
Minimum of two years of rowing coaching experience.
Demonstrated experience in boat repair and maintenance.
Demonstrated ability to work with college students, alumni, staff, and donors.
Demonstrated proficiency in interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated proficiency with written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
Willingness to work evenings and weekends.
Willingness to travel locally, regionally, and nationally.
Current US Center for SafeSport Certification or ability to obtain within the first 30 days of employment.
Current Rhode Island Boating Safety Certification or ability to obtain within the first 30 days of employment.
Current CPR, first aid and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Certifications or ability to obtain within the first 30 days of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED:
Bachelor's Degree.
Demonstrated evidence of USRowing Level 2 Coach Certification or higher.
Minimum of one year of rowing coaching experience in a collegiate or university setting.
Demonstrated experience in planning and supporting fundraising initiatives.
Demonstrated experience with fundraising initiatives.
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EEO Statement:
URI is unwavering in its commitment to equal opportunity, community, equity, and diversity. In furtherance of its mission to serve and support all learners as the state's public flagship university, URI continues to expand efforts to recruit and retain a broadly representative workforce as well as to regularly evaluate the effectiveness of those efforts. All employment decisions, including hiring, are made without regard to protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by contacting the URI benefits office at 401-874-2416. For TTY assistance, contact R.I. Relay Services at 711.
Environmental Conditions
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Posting Date 10/27/2026 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach the following 3 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:
(#1) Cover letter.
(#2) Resume.
(#3) Other Document - US Rowing Level 1 (or Higher) Coach Certification.
Note: References will be upon request by the search committee.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/17245