Job Opportunities
The Ottawa Rowing Club (ORC) is a not-for-profit sports organization established in 1867 to provide rowing instruction for participants of all ages. The ORC is comprised of a volunteer Executive Committee, volunteers and paid employees.
The ORC provides coaching to rowers in competitive or sport rowing programs, as well as introductions to the sport through Discover Rowing Youth Summer Camps, Adult Learn-to-Row, and the Adult Rowing League. Local high schools and universities train and race out of the ORC.
At ORC we work in support of a diverse and equal world. We welcome all diverse people into our already eclectic teams. We encourage People of Colour, Indigenous Peoples, people from the LGBTQ+ community as well as people with Disabilities to apply!
Employment Opportunities
Deadline for application April 15, 2025
Club Lead Programs Coach
Reports to: ORC Head Coach
Position designation: Part Time
Wage: $18-22 hour, commensurate with experience
Hours: 20 hours per week
Length of contract: Up to 28 Weeks
Start Date: May 15th, 2025
Outline
The Ottawa Rowing Club (ORC) is seeking an Assistant Coach to help build and support its adult recreational and masters programs for the 2024 season. Established in 1867, the ORC is a non profit sports organization that provides rowing opportunities for participants of all ages. The ORC is composed of paid employees, volunteer coaches and a volunteer Board of Directors. The ORC supports year round operations based out of its boathouse on the Ottawa River at 10 Lady Grey Drive.
The ORC provides coaching to rowers in competitive or recreational programs, as well as introductions to the sport through Learn-to-Row, summer camps, Everybody Rows Ottawa, Special Olympics and the Adult Rowing League. ORC is also host to multiple local high school and university rowing teams.
The Club Coach will work alongside a team of dedicated volunteer coaches. In this role you will help realise our mission to bring a diverse offering of rowing programming to different stakeholders in the community. Working under the leadership of the Head Coach, you will help to support ORC strategic objectives and strive to deliver the best rowing experience in the country.
Adult Learn To Row Instructor
ADULT LEARN TO ROW INSTRUCTOR
1 Position
Salary: $19.00 per hour
30 Hours per week for 10 weeks may include evenings & weekends
Start date: May 19, 2025 for 14 weeks
Location: 10 Lady Grey Drive Ottawa ON – Ottawa River
Application Close: April 15, 2025
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Head Coach, the Adult Learn to Row (ALTR) Instructor provides participants with the opportunity to try rowing and gain a basic understanding and proficiency in the sport with the hope of moving forward to other recreational programs.
This program is designed to introduce mature adults to the joy of the sport where they can build a sense of community. This program encourages the mental & physical benefits of “Sport for Life”.
The ALTR instructor will promote, demonstrate and monitor compliance with the Club, Health and Safety policies