What are the responsibilities and job description for the Para Coach PR3 position at USRowing?
Title: Para Coach PR3
Reports to: Director of Para High Performance
Status: Part-time, contract
Location: Boston, Mass.
Duration: June 1 –September 31, 2025
About USRowing:
USRowing is a nonprofit organization recognized by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee as the National Governing Body for the sport of rowing in the United States. The organization’s mission is to steward, strengthen, and grow American rowing by championing performance and igniting new passion for the sport.
USRowing selects, trains, and manages the teams that represent the U.S. in international competition. The organization serves a diverse array of constituencies including novice learn-to-rowers, masters rowers, National Team athletes, collegiate rowers, adaptive rowers, and coastal rowers.
We are focused on growing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the sport of rowing on a national scale, increasing support for our national team programs, and providing additional value to our over 77,000 individual members and over 1,400 rowing organizations.
Job Summary:
USRowing is seeking a dedicated and experienced coach to join our Para High Performance coaching team. The role is specific to the PR3 squad, which has a long history of podium performances in international competition. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of success working with senior, U23, and/or Para crews.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely with the Director of Para High Performance to review and invite candidates to the 2025 PR3 Selection Camp.
- Work closely with Director of Para High Performance to implement the training and selection process of the PR3 Mixed 4 and PR3 Mixed 2x
- Lead the training and preparation of crew(s) for the World Rowing Championships and coach individual crews as assigned.
- Communicate as needed with specialists and other Para High Performance staff to optimize athlete development and team performance.
- Foster a positive team culture that furthers the technical and physical capacities for athletes to achieve international success.
Qualifications:
- 5 years of successful coaching in a leadership role.
- Experience working with successful crews at the Senior, U23, or Para level
- Strong references from coaches and athletes.
- Impeccable safety record
- In-depth knowledge of the sport of rowing
- Ability to work across teams, with various partners, stakeholders, and athletes to achieve success.
- Exceptional communication skills
- Ability to work effectively within a coaching team.
- USRowing Level 2 coaching certification required
- Commitment to the values and mission of USRowing
Salary Range: $10,000
USRowing Values:
- Culture of Mutual Respect: Foster an inclusive environment that honors diversity, dignity, and courtesy
- Professionalism: Act with expertise, efficiency, and integrity in every interaction and commitment
- Safety: Prioritize safety on and off the water, taking proactive measures to prevent harm
- Integrity: Uphold the highest ethical standards, with honesty and fairness in every action
- Fair Competition: Ensure a level playing field, free from doping or other unfair advantages
- Teamwork: Collaborate effectively, assuming positive intent and working for the greater good
- Enjoyment of Sport: Promote lifelong love for rowing through positive and engaging experiences
How to Apply: Apply online
Estimated Start Date: June 1, 2025
Application Deadline: January 31, 2025
USRowing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We are committed to growing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the sport of rowing and encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and life experiences to apply to join our team.
Salary : $10,000
