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Assistant Coach - HWS Sailing, Hobart William Smith Colleges Location: Geneva, NY Open Date: May 27, 2025 Responsibilities
Teaching and Coaching
teach student-athletes all related concepts, principles and rules of collegiate sailing assist in the preparation, implementation and evaluation of practice and race plans maintain an exemplary standard of conduct, which reflects the highest level of professionalism and good judgment teach basic sailing classes as part of the Physical Education and Recreation class schedule be knowledgeable of and compliant with all institutional, department, ICSA and MAISA policies, rules and regulations transport team to and from regattas coach, teach and supervise team at regattas
Counseling and Advising of Student-Athletes
develop and maintain effective communication with student-athletes reinforce academic success as a priority encourage student-athletes to foster a positive relationship with faculty, deans and staff
Recruiting
effectively recruit prospective student-athletes under the direction of the head coach and consistent with the Colleges' mission maintain the sport-specific recruiting electronic database recruit student-athletes who coincide with the academic profile of HWS students maintain open communication with other HWS coaches regarding shared prospects
Professional Development
maintain active membership in professional sport organizations pursue formal and informal educational opportunities participate in professional development seminars
Community Engagement/Fundraising
promote the sport and HWS in area communities maintain a positive relationship with interested constituents (e.g. youth groups, civic organizations, media) assist in the planning and management of fundraising activities develop a positive relationship with HWS alumnae/alumni and parents
Waterfront Responsibilities
performance maintenance as necessary on a fleet of 420s, FJs and lasers assist in maintenance of coaches' boats, dock and boathouse assist with the development of waterfront educational programs (i.e. teach basic sailing classes)
Operational Team Responsibilities (approximately 30% of full time responsibilities)
serve on Athletics Department operational teams (e.g. game management, special events)
Other Information
This is a full-time, 10-month, benefits-eligible position. This position description is not all-inclusive as other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned. Evening and weekend work are required. Annual salary is $52,855.07. Qualifications
A minimum of four years of competitive sailing and/or coaching sailing at the college-level is highly required. U.S. Sailing level 2 or 3 certification is preferred. Candidates must demonstrate strong potential to teach, lead and counsel college student-athletes and have enthusiasm for the recruiting duties of the position. The candidate must be a person of integrity, high ethical standards, have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the mission of HWS Athletics. The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the NCAA Division III philosophy and mission of HWS Athletics. Competence with technology resources and a current U.S. driver's license are vital to fulfilling the responsibilities of this position. The candidate must be willing to work nights and weekends. About HWS A liberal arts and sciences institution, Hobart and William Smith is known for consistent success in preparing students for meaningful lives and fulfilling careers through an outcomes-based focus on their futures. Our nationally ranked faculty are accessible teachers and scholars known for the impact of their research and distinguished by the depth of their mentorship. World challenges are studied in the classroom where critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills are honed. In the field, knowledge turns into discovery. In office hours, plans are carefully crafted to tie interests and talents to an academic path that motivates beyond graduation. Our location in the heart of the Finger Lakes allows faculty, staff and students to live and work collaboratively on the banks of a resource-rich lake. Student-athletes play for 30 varsity teams boasting 24 national titles, including the 2023 and 2024 NCAA DIII Mens Ice Hockey Championships. With three graduate programs, students can build on their undergraduate degree with a Master of Arts in Higher Education Leadership, Master of Arts in Teaching, or a Master of Science in Management. Together, the experiences and mentorship at HWS prepare students to lead lives of consequence. Application Instructions
For more information and to apply, please review the posting and apply through the Colleges’ career portal with the provided reference. Note: URLs have been removed in this refined description for compliance with formatting guidelines. Equal Employment Opportunity statement: The Colleges are an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment in their programs and activities against employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.
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Assistant Coach - HWS Sailing, Hobart William Smith Colleges Location: Geneva, NY Open Date: May 27, 2025 Responsibilities
Teaching and Coaching
teach student-athletes all related concepts, principles and rules of collegiate sailing assist in the preparation, implementation and evaluation of practice and race plans maintain an exemplary standard of conduct, which reflects the highest level of professionalism and good judgment teach basic sailing classes as part of the Physical Education and Recreation class schedule be knowledgeable of and compliant with all institutional, department, ICSA and MAISA policies, rules and regulations transport team to and from regattas coach, teach and supervise team at regattas
Counseling and Advising of Student-Athletes
develop and maintain effective communication with student-athletes reinforce academic success as a priority encourage student-athletes to foster a positive relationship with faculty, deans and staff
Recruiting
effectively recruit prospective student-athletes under the direction of the head coach and consistent with the Colleges' mission maintain the sport-specific recruiting electronic database recruit student-athletes who coincide with the academic profile of HWS students maintain open communication with other HWS coaches regarding shared prospects
Professional Development
maintain active membership in professional sport organizations pursue formal and informal educational opportunities participate in professional development seminars
Community Engagement/Fundraising
promote the sport and HWS in area communities maintain a positive relationship with interested constituents (e.g. youth groups, civic organizations, media) assist in the planning and management of fundraising activities develop a positive relationship with HWS alumnae/alumni and parents
Waterfront Responsibilities
performance maintenance as necessary on a fleet of 420s, FJs and lasers assist in maintenance of coaches' boats, dock and boathouse assist with the development of waterfront educational programs (i.e. teach basic sailing classes)
Operational Team Responsibilities (approximately 30% of full time responsibilities)
serve on Athletics Department operational teams (e.g. game management, special events)
Other Information
This is a full-time, 10-month, benefits-eligible position. This position description is not all-inclusive as other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned. Evening and weekend work are required. Annual salary is $52,855.07. Qualifications
A minimum of four years of competitive sailing and/or coaching sailing at the college-level is highly required. U.S. Sailing level 2 or 3 certification is preferred. Candidates must demonstrate strong potential to teach, lead and counsel college student-athletes and have enthusiasm for the recruiting duties of the position. The candidate must be a person of integrity, high ethical standards, have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the mission of HWS Athletics. The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the NCAA Division III philosophy and mission of HWS Athletics. Competence with technology resources and a current U.S. driver's license are vital to fulfilling the responsibilities of this position. The candidate must be willing to work nights and weekends. About HWS A liberal arts and sciences institution, Hobart and William Smith is known for consistent success in preparing students for meaningful lives and fulfilling careers through an outcomes-based focus on their futures. Our nationally ranked faculty are accessible teachers and scholars known for the impact of their research and distinguished by the depth of their mentorship. World challenges are studied in the classroom where critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills are honed. In the field, knowledge turns into discovery. In office hours, plans are carefully crafted to tie interests and talents to an academic path that motivates beyond graduation. Our location in the heart of the Finger Lakes allows faculty, staff and students to live and work collaboratively on the banks of a resource-rich lake. Student-athletes play for 30 varsity teams boasting 24 national titles, including the 2023 and 2024 NCAA DIII Mens Ice Hockey Championships. With three graduate programs, students can build on their undergraduate degree with a Master of Arts in Higher Education Leadership, Master of Arts in Teaching, or a Master of Science in Management. Together, the experiences and mentorship at HWS prepare students to lead lives of consequence. Application Instructions
For more information and to apply, please review the posting and apply through the Colleges’ career portal with the provided reference. Note: URLs have been removed in this refined description for compliance with formatting guidelines. Equal Employment Opportunity statement: The Colleges are an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment in their programs and activities against employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.
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