Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Swimming

NCAA; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Washington, D.C. is searching for an Assistant Coach for their men’s and women’s swimming teams. This full-time position requires a Bachelor’s degree and involves recruiting athletes, coaching, and program development. The role offers an engaging environment and competitive salary range, aligned with the university's commitment to athletic excellence and student success.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Retirement savings

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant professional experience.
• Experience with NCAA compliance issues preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in student-athlete recruitment and individual coaching.
• Supports academic and personal development of athletes.
• Coordinates team travel for competitions.

Skills

Coaching

Recruiting

Communication

Team Management

Education

4 Year Degree

Job description

Details

Posted: 20-Jun-25

Location: Washington, D.C.

Type: Full-time

Salary: $43,888.00 - $56,379.08

Categories

Coaching

Coaching - Swimming & Diving

Sector

Professional Sports

Salary Details

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Healthcare Benefits GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

Required Education

4 Year Degree

Internal Number: S013754

The George Washington University Department of Athletics and Recreation, an NCAA Division I member of the Atlantic 10 Conference, actively engages our students, our campus community, our alumni, and our fans through the spirit of healthy living and competition. Located in the heart of our nation’s capital, this world-class university aspires to have a world-class athletics and recreation program. We are committed to building and sustaining a program that mirrors the overall excellence of the university by providing students an unparalleled opportunity for achievement and engaging the larger community as we grow and cultivate the next generation of leaders.

The Assistant Coach, Men’s and Women’s Swimming position will support all aspects of the Olympic sports program, including recruiting qualified athletes, coaching and instructing of student-athletes, monitoring and supporting academic progress and progression toward a degree, alumni and donor engagement, and more. This position typically identifies and recruits academically and athletically elite student-athletes, partners with the Head Coach to build a cohesive team culture, partners in scouting and producing videos to prepare the team for competition, and develops and maintains effective relationships and communications with students, colleagues, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, and the general public. This position will also participate in budget management, financial reconciliation, and team fundraising, may assist in game day management, and may coordinate summer camps and clinics, including paperwork, customer service, and financial reconciliation.

• Assists with organization and direction of all aspects of The George Washington University’s Division 1 men’s and women’s swimming and diving programs that compete in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Areas of responsibility may include student-athlete recruitment, individual and team coaching instruction, daily administrative processes, compliance oversight, and academic/social development, among others.
• Assists in team coaching, preparing the team for competition, and individual student-athlete development. Assists in monitoring academic, social, and personal development of men’s and women’s swimming student-athletes.
• Assists in identifying and recruiting academically and athletically elite student- athletes for the men’s and women’s swimming programs.
• Assists in creating content and maintaining a strong presence on social media.
• Assists in the coordination of team and individual travel for the purpose of team competition and student-athlete recruitment, including traveling with the team to away competitions.
• Assists in promoting and developing the program by creating and maintaining effective relationships with alumni, donors, and community members. Participates in events as a representative of the department and men’s and women’s swimming programs.
• Maintains knowledge and remains current regarding all appropriate NCAA, Atlantic 10 Conference, Department of Athletics and Recreation, and University compliance issues, policies, and procedures.
  
  

Performs other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Director of Athletics and Recreation. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning additional responsibilities that are logically related to the position.

The position is based at GW’s Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington, DC but will require significant travel for games and events. The incumbent may perform other related duties as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Director of Athletics and Recreation. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Hiring Range $43,888.00 - $56,379.08

If interested, please apply at: https://www.gwu.jobs/postings/120774

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 1 year of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

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About George Washington University

George Washington University is a top nationally recognized institution and is currently the largest employer of higher education in the District of Columbia with students and faculty from all 50 states and more than 120 countries. Our community is as diverse as the many backgrounds and occupations we represent. Enrichment, opportunities, and work/life balance are just some of the rewards of joining our learning community. The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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