Xavier University of Louisiana, an NAIA institution located in New Orleans, LA, is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic leader to serve as the inaugural Head Coach for the Xavier University Men’s/Women’s Varsity Rowing program. This position is responsible for all aspects of practice and competition preparation, recruitment of student-athletes, and the comprehensive administration of the program. This includes, but is not limited to, recruitment and retention of academically and athletically qualified student-athletes, overall program administration, practice, and competition. This position is expected to develop a team that is competitive with programs of a similar size across the US and showcase the first HBCU rowing program in the country. AA/EOE
A bachelor’s degree is required from an accredited college or university, with previous successful college coaching and/or playing experience preferred. A strong commitment to the student first concept and a working knowledge of NAIA rules and regulations is required. Strong organization, oral, written communication and computer skills are required. Working knowledge of social media platforms (i.e., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter). The position requires frequent travel.
Xavier University of Louisiana founded in 1925 is a private, historically black, Catholic university in New Orleans, Louisiana. It is the only Catholic HBCU and, upon the canonization of Katharine Drexel in 2000, became the first Catholic university founded by a saint.
