Job Openings

Head Coach

Full-Time Position

Full time position with some administrative duties.

Required qualifications

• 2+ years of coaching experience
• Completion of the RCA Learn to Row Instructor’s Certification
• RCA certified Active Coach credentials or be enrolled in and actively working on obtaining RCA Coach certification
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Valid emergency first aid training, including CPR
• Transport Canada Pleasure Craft Operators Card (PCOC) and be competent with operation of coach boats
• Upon hire, the successful candidate will be required to provide an up-to-date Criminal Record Check.
  • A Vulnerable Sector Screen (VSS) is required of all coaches working with junior athletes. Individuals born after February 28, 1986 do not need to complete a VSS, even if they are working with minors.

Responsibilities and duties

• Coach Learn to Row and Recreational programs
• Organize and coordinate practice schedules and equipment allocation between different programs
• Work with the volunteer board to organize, schedule and facilitate Learn-to-row programs
• Assist in organizing and running a public ‘Try Rowing’ day
• Developing training plans for on and off the water, attending and running practices, and attending regattas
• Rig, Repair and maintain rowing equipment
• Communicate with board regarding requirements for equipment
• Coordinate with board, volunteers and assistant coaches to ensure all practices have safety boat coverage
• Work to improve technique and skills for all program participants through regular contact with each member and, where appropriate, through video
• Ensure that all rowers are made to feel part of their program by monitoring their progress and providing feedback and comments
• Follow the Club’s safety rules and procedures
• Wear a lifejacket or PFD while operating the coach boat and always have the engine kill cord attached to you
• Ensure that all rowers follow KRC’s safety rules and procedures

Renumeration dependant on qualifications

To apply, send your resume and cover letter. References required upon hire.

Assistant / Summer Coach (2 positions)

Summer Position

Supports Head Coach with running programs. Provide on the water support for all crews.

Required qualifications

• Under the age of 30 is a required due to funding requirements
• Coaching experience
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Transport Canada Pleasure Craft Operators Card (PCOC) and be competent with operation of coach boats
• Basic First Aid + CPR

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of the RCA Learn to Row Instructor’s Certification or In Training NCCP coaching training in progress

Responsibilities and duties

• Work with head coach to ensure all practices have coach boat coverage
• Follow directives from head coach and KRC board
• Follow the Club’s safety rules and procedures
• Wear a lifejacket or PFD while operating the coach boat and always have the engine kill cord attached to you
• Ensure that all rowers follow KRC’s safety rules and procedures

Time

• 30 hours per week, early mornings and afternoons.

Canada summer jobs grant funded

To apply, send your resume and cover letter. References required upon hire.