Head Men's and Women's Swim Coach, NCAA

Job Summary

JOB SUMMARY

• This position will report to the Assistant Athletic Director for Internal Operations.
• The Head Men's and Women's Swim Coach will develop and execute strategies for the recruitment of athletes and develop a regionally and nationally competitive team.
• This position will organize and direct all aspects of the swim program, organize practice sessions to enhance the teams performance as a highly visible sport; and supervise staff involved in the program and oversee budget.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute a strategy for building a regionally and nationally competitive team.
• Oversee the plan for season, including competitive schedule and practices, i.e., facilities, officials, practice schedule, supervise travel arrangements for away competition and strategize for subsequent contests.
• In conjunction with strength staff, develop training and conditioning program; organize all practice sessions to enhance team performance.
• Conceive, implement, and supervise strategies to recruit high-profile Division III athletes in the swim program through scouting, attending meets, and home visits, in accordance with NCAA rules and regulations.
• Oversees student-athletes academic progress, welfare and retention.

OTHER DUTIES AND ASSIGNMENTS

• Selects, supervises, and evaluates assistant coaching staff and graduate assistant.
• Manages budget, equipment procurement, team travel, etc.
• Organizes fundraising and booster cultivation.
• Monitors affiliated professional organizations.
• Serves in administrative assignments.
• Assist in the development of strategies to increase visibility and attendance at home and away events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education                                           

• Bachelor’s degree.

Experience                                        

• At least 5 years of coaching experience, including three years of head coaching experience.
• Collegiate playing experience.
• Thorough knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment and retention of student athletes.