Sailing Team Director of Operations

JOB DESCRIPTION 

Job Title: Sailing Team Director of Operations 

Department: Student Affairs

Position Reports to (Position Title): Head Sailing Coach & Waterfront Executive Director

Position Class: Exempt        

Position Type: Full Time

Position: Primary

Job Description

The Sailing Team Director of Operations will be responsible for providing logistics, administrative, management and leadership support to the team. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing schedules, practice and meetings, regattas, as well as identifying, and prioritizing items for action, planning and executing team administration. The Director of Operations works with a diverse group of athletes, coaching staff, Parents, donors, recruits as well as communicates with professors, staff and administration levels within and associated with the University.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assist Interviews, hires, and trains new staff. 
• Assist in overseeing the daily workflow of the department.
• Assist in evaluating performance and provides timely feedback.
• Helps to resolve employee issues and disputes.
• Assist in handling discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Duties/Responsibilities

Coaching Support

• Assist with on-the-water coaching during team practices and select regattas
• Support general sailing skill development for all team members
• Provide mentorship and encourage leadership among student-athletes

Operations & Logistics

•  Manage all team travel logistics, including flights, lodging, transportation, and itineraries
• Coordinate regatta planning and travel arrangements
• Organize team schedules, including practices, team meetings, and events
•  Manage and design gear/merch purchases

Leadership & Team Culture

• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team environment
• Develop leadership opportunities and initiatives for team members

Outreach & Development

• Serve as a point of contact for alumni relations and donor communications
• Collaborate on fundraising efforts, including campaigns, events, and stewardship
•  Represent the program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous collegiate sailing experience (as athlete, coach, or staff)

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Experience with logistics, travel planning, or event coordination

• Passion for student-athlete leadership and development

• Proficiency with social media and/or donor relations tools is a plus

Education, Certificates, Licenses and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred. 
• Minimum US Sailing level 1 Certification required
• Knowledge, experience and understanding of College Sailing
• At least one year of related experience required. 
• Valid Drivers License 

Physical Requirements

• • Must be able to lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to bend, stoop, and reach.
  • Manual dexterity to efficiently operate a computer keyboard and other business machines.
  • Adequate hearing to communicate effectively in person and by phone.
  • Must be able to drive sailboats, motorboats and large team vans.

Important Note

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. The University reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.  

Acknowledgment:

Submission of my application acknowledges understanding of this job description.  I verify that I am capable of and willing to fulfill all essential functions of this position. I am willing to be flexible and willing to do various jobs that are not listed, as the need arises.