The mission of the George Pocock Rowing Foundation is to help young people access and experience the life-changing sport of rowing. It is our vision to build and support an inclusive rowing community that is accessible for all young people.

Working at the GPRF presents opportunities for our employees:

● To develop professional skills that are applicable for career development both in athletics and other professional and organizational settings

● For advancement and broad-reaching career building across departments at the GPRF

● To make meaningful connections with community and athletic organizations and leaders

● To both receive and give mentorship with peers, Directors and Board Members at the GPRF

● To positively impact young people’s lives and to address the inequities in sport and the sport of rowing.

GPRF is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We are committed to fostering and celebrating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee is respected, valued and supported. We believe that having staff and volunteers with diverse backgrounds enables the GPRF to better meet our mission.  We welcome team members of all backgrounds and perspectives. We recognize that opportunities in rowing have historically excluded and continue to disproportionately exclude people of color, those facing socioeconomic barriers, people with disabilities, and those in the LGBTQ+ community. We strongly encourage all interested individuals to apply. To that end, if you do not meet every job requirement listed, we still encourage you to apply. We believe your relevant experience and expertise will help us become a high-performing workplace for all.

U 19 Lead Coach

Position type: Hourly, Part-time

Dates: September 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026

Hours:  Mondays thru Fridays 4:00-6:45pm & Saturdays 8:30-11:15 am

Location: Seattle, WA

Compensation Range: $26-$31/hour

Summary of the Position

PYR seeks to model an intentionally welcoming, positive rowing experience for our returning 10th - 12th grade athletes. We believe that providing this experience is foundational to increasing access and belonging for both the sport and our team.  

This position is ideal for candidates who want to have a big impact by creating an inspirational team experience in rowing that provides athletes with a sense of belonging in the boathouse, motivation for building an inclusive and competitive team culture, and necessary skills to advance their rowing careers.

About this Role

The U19 Lead Coach will oversee all regular practice operations. This position will work closely with the Head Coach and other Lead Coaches to develop and execute seasonal plans to deliver a consistently high quality and age-appropriate rowing experience to athletes. This may include developing training plans, building regatta schedules, supporting coach development, structuring athlete support systems, and contributing to long-term program development through recruitment and retention to maintain full rosters.

This candidate believes in rowing as a tool for building life skills, creating access to opportunity and learning through sport. They are excited about fostering young people’s  enjoyment of the sport and sharing their unique rowing story and lessons learned with others. They seek a role in making rowing more accessible and inclusive for people of color and those facing socio-economic barriers to participation.

The U19 Lead Coach must be an enthusiastic team leader who can create and enforce safe, engaging daily practices in line with the program goals and ethos. They will work collaboratively with the other Lead Coaches to balance meeting the needs of their athletes while providing a consistent participant experience.

Specific Role Responsibilities: Lead Coach

• Lead a subset of the coaching staff to create, oversee and execute daily plans of the U19 squad.

• Support the development of the assistant coaches in leadership roles within the U19 Green and Gold squads.

• Manage a roster of up to 50 athletes and support continued program growth through consistent retention.

• Develop athletes within the context of the youth program’s long-term athlete development model.

• Collaborate with the Head Coach to build an appropriate competition schedule for the assigned squad.

• Function as a resource for the athletes and parents, complementary to the overall program. 

• Support the Head Coach’s initiatives, creation of team culture and performance.

• Support the Head Coach and Registrar’s administrative tasks, such as roster management, tracking of attendance and team communications.

• Take responsibility for selecting and preparing assigned boats for competition.

Professional Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and security of participants and guests at the Pocock Rowing Center.

• Abide by policies and procedures laid out in the Pocock Rowing Center Operations Manual, PYR Youth Coaching Manual, GPRF Minor Athlete Protection Policy and GPRF Employee Guide. .

• Attend team practices, regattas, and staff meetings as agreed upon with the supervisor.

• Support and promote all policies, procedures, and activities of the George Pocock Rowing Foundation (GPRF).

• Support PYR team fundraising activities by coordinating athlete efforts for Power Hour and attending the Boats and Blades Event.  Engage in the PYR culture of philanthropy by creating meaningful athlete experiences.   

• Communicate with your team, fellow staff, and supervisor on a regular basis about items relating to safety, athlete development, facility and equipment use and other pertinent topics. 

Instructional Responsibilities

• Provide high quality teaching in the technical, physiological, and mental aspects of athletic development in the sport of rowing. 

• Provide constructive feedback and motivation to rowers during practice in a positive environment. 

• Maintain discipline regarding GPRF policies as well as team-centric standards. 

Environmental Responsibilities

• Create a positive learning experience that encourages athletes to explore new challenges.

• Cultivate and contribute to a positive, welcoming boathouse culture and community.

• Build trust with athletes and parents to further their development in the sport.

• Support the development of new coaches within the Pocock Youth Rowing staff.

• Advance program growth and ensure athlete retention. 

• Build and support effective relationships within the Pocock community.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in competitive rowing at the youth or collegiate level

• Experience with training and/or coaching sculling 

• At least 2 years of previous coaching experience with youth athletes

• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with youth and adults

• Strong time management skills 

• Candidates must satisfactorily complete a background check 

• USRowing Level 1 or Level 2 certification

• WA State Boaters License 

Personal Attributes

• Comfortable working in an energetic, dynamic environment that requires flexibility and collaboration.

• Passionate about providing leadership in a sports-based youth development space for participants, families, and staff.

• Ability and desire to bring a fun, confident, and inclusive energy to the boathouse.

• Growth-oriented and athlete-centric mindset that guides the development of healthy working relationships with participants and staff. 

• Motivated to seek opportunities for professional learning and growth through training, peer and supervisor feedback, and athlete or parent surveys.

• Demonstrated cultural awareness, including knowledge of themselves and the cultural lenses they bring to interactions. The candidate will understand different perspectives; interact respectfully with cultures other than their own; and cultivate meaningful relationships with people that have different cultural frameworks.

U17 Assistant Coach

Position type: Hourly, Part-time

Dates: September 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026

Hours:  Mondays thru Fridays 4:15-6:45 pm & Saturdays 8:45-11:15 am

Location: Seattle, WA

Compensation range: $24-$29/hour

Summary of the Position

PYR seeks to model an intentionally welcoming, positive high school rowing experience for graduates of our PYR middle school program as well as other programs from around the Seattle area. We believe that providing this experience is foundational to increasing access and belonging for both the sport and our team.  

This position is ideal for candidates who want to have a big impact by creating an inspirational team experience in rowing that provides athletes with a sense of belonging in the boathouse, excitement for continued rowing opportunities, and foundational skills necessary for the next step. 

About this Role

The U17 Assistant Coach is responsible for the instruction and safety supervision of the U17 athletes. The U17 Assistant Coach fosters an active learning environment where athletes can learn how to take ownership in growing their rowing acumen, explore a competitive rowing experience within a supportive team culture, and develop social-emotional skills that support building healthy working relationships with their coaches and peers.

This candidate believes in rowing as a tool for building life skills, creating access to opportunity and learning through sport. They are excited about fostering young people’s  enjoyment of the sport and sharing their unique rowing story and lessons learned with others. They seek a role in making rowing more accessible and inclusive for people of color and those facing socio-economic barriers to participation.

The U17 Assistant Coach must be an enthusiastic team player who can run safe, engaging daily practices in line with the high school curriculum. They will work collaboratively with the Lead Coaches to balance meeting the needs of their athletes while providing a consistent participant experience.

Specific Role Responsibilities: U17 Assistant Coach

• Execute the PYR U17 practice plans, including team-building activities, land instruction and on-water rowing. 

• Instructs, demonstrates, and reinforces novice to intermediate rowing skill sets and safety procedures both on and off the water. This is conducted primarily in sculling boats.

• Support athletes as they learn how to be student-athletes at the high school level, including helping teach skills in time management and communication.

• Provide opportunities for athletes to experience a healthy competitive environment.

• Collaborate with the U17 coaching staff to build and develop racing crews using evaluation tools such as fitness testing, technical evaluation, and on-water race pieces.

• Assist in race day planning and management for U17 scrimmages and regattas.  

• Develop athletes within the context of the youth program’s long-term athlete development model.

• Help connect athletes with opportunities to continue rowing at PYR and scholarship opportunities at the GPRF.

Professional Responsibilities

• Adhere to plans for session logistics of equipment and space to ensure a smoothly run and consistent middle school experience for all involved.

• Support the Program Registrar in collection of required registration forms and athlete participation surveys.  Document attendance and communicate irregularities to the Program Registrar.

• Support the Head Coach and Program Registrar’s team communications to athletes and parents regarding schedules and general questions.

• Work with the Lead Coaches to address in-person or electronic communications about specific athlete needs.

• Capture opportunities to welcome parents and families to the PYR program.

• Abide by policies and procedures laid out in the Pocock Rowing Center Operations Manual, PYR Youth Coaching Manual, GPRF Minor Athlete Protection Policy and GPRF Employee Guide.

• Support and promote all policies, procedures, and activities of the George Pocock Rowing Foundation (GPRF).

• Support PYR team fundraising activities by coordinating athlete efforts for Power Hour and attending the Boats and Blades Event.  Engage in the PYR culture of philanthropy by creating meaningful athlete experiences.   

• Attend all team practices and staff meetings as scheduled with the supervisor.

• Communicate with your team, fellow staff, and supervisor on a regular basis about items relating to safety, athlete development, facility and equipment use and other pertinent topics. 

Environmental Responsibilities

• Ensures a safe environment for all athletes and staff, and adheres to safety policies of the Pocock Rowing Center. 

• Cultivate a culture of belonging for all PYR athletes, parents and staff.

• Enforce team standards for maintaining the cleanliness of the facility and condition of the equipment.  

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in competitive rowing at the youth or collegiate level

• Experience with training and/or coaching sculling 

• Preferably previous coaching experience, ideally with youth athletes

• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with youth and adults

• Strong time management skills 

• Candidates must satisfactorily complete a background check 

• USRowing Level 1 or Level 2 certification

• WA State Boaters License 

Personal Attributes

• Comfortable working in an energetic, dynamic environment that requires flexibility and collaboration.

• Ability and desire to bring a fun, confident, and inclusive energy to the boathouse.

• Motivated to seek opportunities for professional learning and growth through training, peer and supervisor feedback, and athlete or parent surveys.

• Demonstrated cultural awareness, including knowledge of themselves and the cultural lenses they bring to interactions. The candidate will understand different perspectives; interact respectfully with cultures other than their own; and cultivate meaningful relationships with people that have different cultural frameworks.