Application Deadline Notification:

When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

Department:

Department of Athletics

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received October 28, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume/CV; and

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

 

3) Please upload responses to the following questions as a separate document.

• Oregon State University Athletics believes strong teams are built through mutual respect, broad perspectives, and meaningful opportunity. In your experience, how have you contributed to developing a team culture that reflects these values? Share concrete examples of initiatives or practices you have suppord.

Starting salary will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

For additional information please contact: Michael Eichler at

[email protected]

Job Summary:

The Department of Athletics is seeking an Assistant Coach: Men’s Rowing. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE),12-month, professional faculty position.

 

The mission of the OSU Department of Athletics is to Go Build Excellent, Authentic, Visionary Student-Athletes (GO B.E.A.V.S.). Oregon State Athletics is committed to creating and maintaining an environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and one which fosters a sense of belonging. Our goal is to encourage thoughtful and objective learning at all times. We will be intentional to recruit and retain individuals of all backgrounds and identities who will positively contribute to the success of our athletics department.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership and training for a team of 40-45 college aged students. 
• Prepares, plans, conducts and evaluates practice sessions as directed.
• Teaches individuals and groups of athletes specific tasks and skills before, during and after practice, during season and off-season.
• Makes phone/email/messaging contact with prospective student-athletes when appropriate.
• Travels as necessary to evaluate and contact recruits.
• Assist with fundraising efforts
• Assists with team travel coordination and hosting duties for home competitions,
• NCAA/IRA/Oregon State compliance paperwork
• Encourages and participates in activities that foster an environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging for both student athletes, student workers, colleagues and all stakeholders.
  

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Previous coaching experience OR Elite competitive experience OR Collegiate rowing experience
• CPR/AED Certification within 6 months of hire
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to communicate in both written and verbal form
• Strong teaching skills
• Strong computer skills
• Proven excellence in problem solving abilities
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a manner that shows respect and inclusivity for student-athletes, student-workers, colleagues and all stakeholders.

 

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven leadership and management skills
• 2 years of collegiate coaching and recruiting experience
• Knowledge of NCAA/IRA Rules
  

Working Conditions/Schedule:

Working Conditions/Work Schedule:
• Must work evenings and weekends
• Travel Required
• Access to personal information
• Interacts with persons under 18 years of age in a one on one setting
• Will be required to lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing 50+ pounds

Salary Range:

Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.

Anticipated Start Date:

2026-11-02

Anticipated End Date:

When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. If this position has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities and/or driving duties and you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [email protected].