Assistant Crew Operations Coordinator

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$28.43

Assists in overseeing the daily operations at the facility to ensure safety, proper facility maintenance and effective coordination of all activities conducted at the facility. Provides support to the crew programs by assisting in the operation of the boathouse, including; maintenance of the facility, maintenance of the race course, repairs and coordination of crew equipment, etc. Primarily responsible for assisting Crew Operations Coordinator with maintenance/repairs, operation, and coordination related to crew team needs.

Flexible schedule, includes evening and weekend coverage.

• Specialized skills for maintenance and repair of rowing equipment. Including: assembly and repair of carbon fiber, fiberglass, wood, and metal parts; paint, stain, varnish.
• Ability to load and drive a rowing shell trailer, specifically long-distance driving.
• Understanding and familiarity with race course installation, maintenance and removal. Ability to work from a small boat, to work solo or in small groups, and ability to work to specifications.
• Ability to provide maintenance and repair of outboard engines. Organization of work and storage spaces, scheduling, and workflows.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently, 75 pounds often, and 100 pounds occasionally.

• Experience as rower or coxswain in college, ideally at the D1 level.
• Experience as a coach, rigger, or director of operations in an NCAA program.
• Experience operating in an environment of compliance, ideally NCAA and/or DOT.
• Experience in small jonboats, work boats, or skiffs.
• Currently holding or experience with DOT Qualification rules and regulations.

DOT Medical Certification (possess a medical card, a motor vehicle check and training on driving the vehicle). Valid Driver’s License.

• Handles and resolves all facility problems including scheduling conflicts, emergencies and shutdown decisions as necessary.
• Provides input on budget, scheduling, and major purchasing decisions. Orders routing supplies as necessary. Services facility and equipment users. Provides information, receives money in payment of fees, issues receipts, and explains programs, schedules, rules, and regulations.
• Enforces procedural rules and regulations. Monitors personal safety of athletic facility users. Schedules use of facility and equipment. Oversees, instructs, and coordinates the activity of support staff.
• Serves as source of technical information on facility conditions, maintenance and related problems. Maintains security of facility and equipment. Opens and closes facility ensuring the users have left the premises. Inspects and maintains the general condition of facilities. Performs light cleaning and minor repairs and acts as liaison for maintenance and major repair activities.
• Operates specialized equipment, tools, and vehicles. Ensures proper maintenance of equipment and vehicles by conducting routine maintenance services. Troubleshoots problems and coordinates vendor service as necessary.
• Maintains records and completes financial, administrative and/or technical forms. Performs additional functions incidental to athletic attendant activities.

Four years of related work experience, two of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and a high school level education; or two years of related work experience and an Associate's degree; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

09/23/2026

Administrative Support

L34

Labor Grade C

Full time

Staff

On-site

280 Roosevelt Drive, Derby, Connecticut

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks basedon the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check…