Technical Specialist - Assistant Coach Rowing

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Position Summary

Under the direction of the Head Coach of the rowing team, the Technical Specialist – Assistant Coach will be expected to assist in the implementation of performance and development initiatives and other related functions that will help ensure the success of the rowing student-athletes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain and distribute team equipment including boats, ores, etc.
• Prepare practice and training equipment ahead of start times
• Record activities and keep track of statistics during competitions and performances.
• Analyze data to help identify trends of race/team/student-athlete activity/competency during and after regattas. Prepares reports to present to head coach.
• Support coaching staff in the implementation of practice and race strategies.
• Assist with the delivery of the 2026 CURA's at the Olympic Basin.
• Assist with additional administrative tasks as required.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

• Knowledge or previous practical experience of the sport of rowing required
• Level II NCCP certification or equivalent required
• Prior coaching experience at an elite/competitive level required
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, organized, evaluation and planning skills, team oriented,
• Strong desire and dedication to the development of the student athletes
• Willingness to accept flexible working hours which may included early mornings and/or weekends. This may depend on time of the season.
• CPR and First Aid certifications highly recommended
• Bilingual in English and French

Selected candidates must successfully pass their criminal background check.

This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.