Position DetailsPosition Information
Recruitment/Posting Title Head Coach
Job Category Staff & Executive - Student Affairs and Services
Department Recreation
Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Head Coach for the Crew Club within the Recreation department.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Provides day-to-day leadership, administration, and supervision for a thriving men's Crew club program within the Recreation Department, in alignment with the department's mission, vision, and Strategic Plan.
- Coaches and manages the Crew program, including scheduling, developing practice plans, logistics, equipment, and equipment maintenance, budgeting, and recruiting.
- Works with the Assistant Director of Club Sports on fundraising and generating programming revenue to financially support the program.
- Works early mornings, evenings, and weekend hours as needed to support the Crew program's success.
FLSA Exempt
Grade 05
Salary DetailsMinimum Salary 71447.000
Mid Range Salary 90435.000
Maximum Salary 109422.000
Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
Position Status Full Time
Working HoursStandard Hours 37.50
Daily Work ShiftWork ArrangementUnion Description Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Seniority UnitTerms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience - Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution of higher education.
- Minimum of two (2) years of coaching experience in a high school, club or varsity setting as well as rowing experience.
Certifications/Licenses - Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certification, or ability to obtain it within the first six months of employment.
- A valid driver's license would be required for this position.
- Current Rutgers Defensive Driving Certification or ability to obtain it within 60 days of employment.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Workplace Culture
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a welcoming, equitable, and respectful workplace environment while recognizing and valuing personal differences.
- Demonstrated ability to model a positive, inclusive, and student-centered approach while effectively supporting both supervised staff and departmental colleagues.
- Exhibits strong self-motivation, service orientation, and sound problem-solving skills aligned with NIRSA competencies in Leadership, Human Resource Management, and Personal & Professional Qualities.
Skills & Abilities
- Proficiency in rigging and boat maintenance
- Demonstrated ability to connect effectively with people and foster positive relationships.
- Ability to work early mornings, evenings, holidays, and weekends while maintaining regular weekday office hours.
- Ability to drive pick-up and van vehicles, towing boat trailers.
- Ability to operate power boats.
Preferred Qualifications - Head Coaching experience.
- Evidence of leadership experience and/or a demonstrated commitment to student learning and development.
- Experience with fiscal responsibility and fundraising, including budgeting, financial oversight, expenditure review, and/or financial reporting.
Equipment Utilized - Knowledge of how to use power boats, and pickups with boat trailers.
- Microsoft Office 365 suite, Adobe Acrobat, Canvas, DocuSign, DSERec, Smartsheet and similar software.
Physical Demands and Work Environment - Practices are held on land and water. Candidates must have a degree of comfort on bodies of water and can safely navigate small motorboats during practices.
Work Environment
Integrity
- Shares appropriate information/feedback openly, professionally, and respectfully.
- Models open, respectful, accepting, and supportive behaviors with team members.
- Maintains productive work relationships while considering multiple perspectives and using effective conflict resolution practices.
- Aligns expectations for self and team to achieve club objectives and overcome obstacles.
Excellence & Learning - Seeks ways to add value to our student athletes
- Demonstrates sincere concern and takes responsibility to student athlete satisfaction.
- Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it to enhance communication effectiveness.
- Communicates in alternative ways to accommodate different listeners.
Community & Inclusion - Maintains productive work relationships while considering multiple perspectives.
- Resolve cross-cultural conflicts effectively.
- Creates an environment where people of all backgrounds and perspectives feel welcomed and appreciated, as a team member.
- Contributes to a welcoming and respectful workplace environment as described above.
Special Conditions Posting Details
Posting Number 26ST1530
Posting Open Date 07/15/2026
Special Instructions to ApplicantsRegional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus College Ave (RU-New Brunswick)
City New Brunswick
State NJ
Location DetailsPre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
