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title: Head Coach - Sailing
summary: Lead and develop the Sailing program; coach team, manage recruitment of high-academic
  athletes, and ensure compliance with ICSA and Ivy League rules. Requires 3-5 years'
  coaching experience.
published_at: '2026-02-20T13:31:00Z'
updated_at: '2026-02-20T17:31:19Z'
canonical_url: https://intercollegiate.co/job_posts/head-coach-sailing-238972
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# Head Coach - Sailing

## Overview

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| **School** | Dartmouth College |
| **Location** | Hanover, NH |
| **Division** | DI |
| **Conference** | Ivy |
| **Salary** | Unknown |
| **Experience Required** | 3+ Years |
| **Work Type** | Full-time |
| **Posted** | February 20, 2026 |
| **Apply** | https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/84732 |


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## Job Description

 
 
## Position Details
 
 
 
 Position Information 

 
 
### Posting date
 
02/19/2026
 
### Closing date
 

 
### Open Until Filled
 
Yes
 
### Position Number
 
0612500
 
### Position Title
 
Head Coach - Sailing
 
### Hiring Range Minimum
 
Please Inquire.
 
### Hiring Range Maximum
 
Please Inquire.
 
### Union Type
 
Not a Union Position
 
### SEIU Level
 
Not an SEIU Position
 
### FLSA Status
 
Exempt
 
### Employment Category
 
Regular Full Time
 
### Scheduled Months per Year
 
12
 
### Scheduled Hours per Week
 
40
 
### Schedule
 

Extensive weekend hours required for competition in addition to regular weekday hours.

 
### Location of Position
 

Hanover, NH

 
### Remote Work Eligibility?
 
Onsite only
 
### Is this a term position?
 
No
 
### If yes, length of term in months.
 
N/A
 
### Is this a grant funded position?
 
No
 
### Position Purpose
 

To lead, coach, develop and administer all aspects of the Sailing program within ICSA, Ivy League and institutional standards.

 
### Description
 
 
**Dartmouth College Sailing: Where Tradition, Excellence, and Innovation Converge**
 
For more than ninety years, Dartmouth College has been a powerhouse in collegiate sailing—an enduring tradition that continues to propel the Big Green to national prominence. With five national championships and over sixty (67 individuals honored) All‑Americans produced across its storied history, Dartmouth Sailing stands as one of the most consistently competitive programs in the country. Today, that legacy of excellence is entering its most exciting chapter yet.
 
  

 
**A Program at the Leading Edge of Collegiate Sailing**
 
Dartmouth’s sailors are known for grit, precision, and unmatched work ethic—qualities that have kept both the Open and Women’s teams consistently ranked among the nation’s best. Recent regatta results underscore this strength: in fall 2025, Dartmouth delivered top‑tier showings at high‑profile events such as the Urn Trophy (2nd of 15), the Schell Trophy (5th of 18), and the Women’s Atlantic Coast Championship (3rd of 18), reinforcing the program’s competitive momentum.
 
These achievements reflect a culture built not only on athletic excellence but also on leadership and community. Dartmouth sailors demonstrate discipline on the water and in the classroom, making the program a magnet for driven student‑athletes who aim to push themselves at every level.
 
  

 
**A State‑of‑the‑Art Sailing Center Designed for Champions**
 
The newest symbol of Dartmouth Sailing’s bright future is its transformative new facility on Mascoma Lake—a $13 million project funded entirely through philanthropic giving. Completed in fall 2024, the ‘Tim and Barbara Michels Family Boathouse’ represents one of the most significant facility upgrades in collegiate sailing.
 
The complex features a 6,000‑square‑foot boathouse paired with a 2,800‑square‑foot boat barn, designed to blend seamlessly into the lakeside landscape while delivering world‑class functionality. Inside, student‑athletes benefit from varsity locker rooms, a team room, dedicated coaching spaces, equipment‑drying technology, and modern amenities tailored to high‑performance training.
 
A fully rigged storage system—made possible by a soaring 24‑foot barn door—means boats can be stored with masts and sails up, saving valuable practice time and boosting daily operational efficiency. This major upgrade replaces the 1950s‑era boathouse, long outdated and unable to support the program’s competitive ambitions.
 
The new facility also includes a viewing room and expansive deck, giving spectators, alumni, and visiting teams an unmatched vantage point over Mascoma Lake’s sweeping mountain views. Beyond the varsity program, the Sailing Center supports Dartmouth’s broader mission—serving physical‑education classes, community boating programs, and youth camps throughout the summer.
 
  

 
**An Exceptional Place to Coach, Teach, and Lead**
 
With cutting‑edge facilities, a nationally competitive team culture, and passionate community support, Dartmouth College offers an unparalleled environment for professionals seeking to advance their careers in collegiate sailing. The program’s momentum—powered by strategic investment and historic strength—creates a dynamic workplace where coaches and staff can make a lasting impact.
 
Whether shaping the next generation of champions, expanding community sailing initiatives, or contributing to the continued growth of a top‑ranked program, working with Dartmouth Sailing means becoming part of an inspiring legacy and an even more exciting future.
 
Join Dartmouth College Sailing—where world‑class performance meets world‑class opportunity.
 
 
### Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
 
Bachelors plus 3-5 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
 
### Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
 

- Progressively demonstrated successful experience in coaching, race program development and team administration with collegiate, national or high performance program or the equivalent.
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of technical and strategic aspects of the sport.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituents in a diverse community.
- Ability to teach, lead, motivate and guide student-athletes.
- Ability to recruit effectively with no athletic grants-in-aid and highly selective admissions standards.
- Ability to foster a cooperative work environment. Supervisory and financial management experience necessary.
- Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community.

 
### Preferred Qualifications
 

- Master’s Degree
- Participation in sport as a student-athlete

 
### Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
 
Mallory Poole
 
### Department Contact Phone Number
 
mallory.a.poole@dartmouth.edu
 
### Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
 
Mallory Poole, Associate Athletics Director
 
### Department Contact's Phone Number
 

 
### Equal Opportunity Employer
 

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

 
### Background Check
 

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

 
### Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
 
Yes
 
### Special Instructions to Applicants
 

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. [ **https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy**  
](https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy)  
 

 
### Additional Instructions
 

 
### Quick Link
 
[https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/84723](https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/84723)
 
 
 
 Key Accountabilities 

 
 

  | Description |   
Coaching/Mentoring  
  
 
 
- Plan, organize and conduct individual and team practices, training and competitions.
- Teach and implement skills and strategies.
- Set and communicate appropriate goals and expectations for individuals and team.
- Maintain team discipline and the highest standards of ethics and sportsmanship.
- Meet competitive goals for program.
- Demonstrate a sincere interest in the academic, personal, and physical welfare of each student-athlete; counsel team members and consult with appropriate College staff as necessary for resolution of issues.
- Contribute positively to the goals of the College and educational experience of student-athletes.  
  
 

  |
 | Percentage Of Time | 55% |
  
 

  | Description |   
Recruiting  
  
 
 
- Work closely with department administrators to coordinate recruitment activity.
- Communicate frequently and effectively with admissions representatives.
- Develop and implement an overall recruiting plan, including, but not limited to:  
– identifying qualified student and talented athletes;  
– building and maintaining prospect database;  
– communicating with prospects by phone, mail, e-mail;  
– traveling to evaluate prospects, meet parents and high school coaches, and  
– organizing campus visits.
- Maintain knowledge of the College’s programs and opportunities to effectively inform prospects.
- Contribute to the recruitment goals of the College.  
  
 

  |
 | Percentage Of Time | 25% |
  
 

  | Description |   
Administration  
  
 
 
- Know and comply with the rules and regulations of the ICSA and Ivy League, and work to stay abreast of rule changes, applications and interpretations.
- Actively seek to ensure that staff members, athletes, and athletics representatives are informed of and comply with ICSA and Ivy League rules.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships.
- Train, supervise and evaluate assistant coach(es).
- Assign coaching, recruiting and administrative responsibilities to assistant coach(es) and other staff.
- Coordinate the search for and hiring of assistant coach(es).
- Oversee all aspects of the financial management of the Sailing program. Prepare budget recommendations (allocated and Friend’s). Plan, monitor, verify and reconcile expenditure of all funds within confines of budget.
- As necessary, work with travel coordinator as appropriate to make arrangements for competition, recruiting and professional travel.
- Work with the sport administrator/ senior staff to develop an appropriate competition schedule.
- As necessary, work cooperatively and effectively with numerous support areas and personnel: facilities and operations, business office, sports information, marketing and promotions, athletic trainers, equipment staff, strength and conditioning.

 
  

  |
 | Percentage Of Time | 10% |
  
 

  | Description |   
Alumni and Public Relations  
  
 
 
- Represent Dartmouth, the athletic department, and the Sailing program in a positive manner to various internal and external constituencies including students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni, fans, community, media, etc.
- Actively promote Dartmouth and the Sailing program through the media, speaking engagements, camps, clinics, and community involvement.
- Develop alumni interest in and support for Sailing through “Friends” group, alumni events, regular communication and other means.
- Effectively encourage financial donations to the program.  
  
 

  |
 | Percentage Of Time | 10% |
  
 
 
 
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  | -- | Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all. |
 | -- | Performs other duties as assigned |
  
 
 
 
 
## Supplemental Questions
 
 

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (\*).

 
1. \* How did you learn about this employment opportunity? 
  - Current Dartmouth employee (Please specify full name below)
  - Word of mouth
  - Mentioned on social, digital, or print media (e.g. LinkedIn feed, VOX, Valley News, listserv)
  - jobs@dartmouth.edu email outreach (includes Job Alert notifications, marketing emails from Talent Acquisition)
  - Recruiter (Please specify full name or event below)
  - abilityJOBS
  - Chronicle of Higher Education
  - Glassdoor
  - Handshake
  - HigherEdJobs
  - HigherEdMilitary
  - Indeed
  - Inside Higher Ed
  - LinkedIn’s Job Board
  - RecruitMilitary
  - Dartmouth’s Job Board (searchjobs.dartmouth.edu)
  - Other (Please specify below)

 
2. If you selected “other” above, please indicate where you first heard about the opportunity: 
  - NCAA Marketplace
  - DI Ticker/CollegeSports.com
  - Collegiate Sports Connect/csconnect.live
  - NACDA
  - Women Leaders in Sports
  - College Sports Communications
  - Intercollegiate/WinAD

 
3. (Open Ended Question)

4. \* Please indicate 1-How many years (total) and 2- at what level (age-group, high-school, college, or professional) do you have coaching experience? 

(Open Ended Question)

 
5. \* Have you had experience recruiting high-academic student-athletes? 
  - No, no recruiting experience at the college level or for high-academic recruits
  - Yes, at the Division I level
  - Yes, at the Division III level
  - Yes, at another level

 

 
 
## Documents Needed to Apply
 
 **Required Documents** 
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

 **Optional Documents** 
1. Additional Document #1
2. Additional Document #2