Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Swimming (Athletics)

University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arizona is seeking an Assistant Coach for Men’s and Women’s Swimming. This full-time position focuses on fostering student-athlete academic and athletic success while complying with NCAA regulations. The role includes recruiting activities, training responsibilities, and collaborating with the head coach to enhance team performance. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including health insurance and tuition reduction for staff and families.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Tuition reduction for employees and family

Retirement plans

Access to recreation and cultural activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s preferred.
• Coaching or competitive experience required.
• Strong knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the recruitment and development of student-athletes.
• Coach student-athletes at practices and competitions.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA rules and University policies.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Swimming (Athletics) Posting Number req23127 Department Administration and Athletics Department Website Link arizonawildcats.com Location Main Campus Address 1 National Championship Drive, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA Position Highlights The Athletics Department is dedicated to excellence in collegiate sports, building a modern model of intercollegiate athletics fostering a culture of integrity, innovation, and student-athlete success.

The University of Arizona invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Coach, Men’s and Women’s Swimming. The position reports to the Head Coach, Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving and acts within the rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and NCAA.

This position requires the ability work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, and travel for competition and recruiting.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist head coach and associate head coach with facilitating the academic and athletic development of every soccer student-athlete.
• Assist in the recruitment of prospective student-athletes within the guidelines of the Conference and the NCAA.
• Train non-travel team when not on travel status.
• Implement individual development plans (IDP’s).
• Coaching student-athletes at all practices and games.
• Work cooperatively and provide positive energy as a member of the staff.
• Recruit qualified student-athletes.
• Coordinate and advance recruiting, alumni, and community relations.
• Perform video analysis and opponent scouting.
• Work closely with the compliance office to assure the program follows University, Conference and NCAA regulations.
• Budget Accountability.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to academic and athletic success.
• Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions.
• Dedication and motivation to initiate, lead and support value-added projects.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Knowledge of NCAA, Big 12, and University of Arizona position related rules and compliance.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and has a positive demeanor.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, including the ability to plan, establish priorities and successfully manage multiple priority projects.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive interpersonal relations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels, and project a positive, professional attitude.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Competitive playing and/or coaching experience at the collegiate, club, or professional level.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy .

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree.
• One year of coaching experience at the collegiate or professional level.
• Coaching certifications from relevant governing bodies (e.g., ASCA, USA Swimming).

FLSA Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 + nights and weekends Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Athletics Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay Depends on Experience Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates Ben Loorz
Head Coach, Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving
[e-mail]
520-621-2043
Open Date 6/13/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Resume, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document Special Instructions to Applicant Please submit Resume, Cover Letter, and the answers to the following questions as the Additional Document. Thank You.

1. Describe your knowledge and understanding of NCAA and Big-12 rules and regulations, as they pertain to recruitment and regulations?

2. Please list below any experience you have had since 2015 with high school or college student-athletes. This includes working or volunteering in any capacity with a high school, AAU, sports club, junior college or 4-year institution student-athlete, athletics team or department.

3. Applicants for this position are subject to the following NCAA Bylaws 11.4.2, 11.4.2.1, 11.4.2.2, 11.4.3, 11.4.3.1, 11.4.3.2, 11.4.4, 11.4.4.1, and 11.4.4.2. You may be asked about these Bylaws in an interview, and you may be asked to sign a future affirmation confirming the same prior to or upon your employment by The University of Arizona, if you are selected for employment. Do you understand that by submitting your application for employment you are affirming that you have read these Bylaws, and that such Bylaws would not preclude your employment by The University of Arizona?

4. Are you the parent, coach, relative or guardian of a prospective student-athlete (i.e., student in 9-12 grade or 7–12 grade for men’s basketball or junior college student) in the sport of men’s basketball, women’s basketball or football or have any other type of association with any prospective student-athlete in the sports of men’s basketball, women’s basketball or football? If yes, please explain.

5. Is your potential employment within the athletic department conditioned upon the enrollment of any prospective student-athlete (i.e., student in 9-12 grade, 7–12 grade for men’s basketball or junior college) in the sport of men’s basketball, women’s basketball or football? If Yes, please explain.

6. Do you understand that failure to disclose any information related to your affiliation with a prospective student-athlete (student in 9-12 grade, 7-12 grade for men’s basketball or junior college) in the sports of football, men’s basketball or women’s basketball might render your application ineligible for consideration?

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