Assistant Coach Mens and Womens Swimming

Iowa Western Community College; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in collegiate athletics is seeking an Assistant Coach for their competitive NJCAA Division I swimming program. This role involves coordinating various aspects of the program, including coaching, recruiting, and administrative duties. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree and have at least three years of coaching experience. Responsibilities include driving team vans, leading practice sessions, and engaging in the recruiting process. Join a passionate team committed to excellence in athletics and make a significant impact on student-athletes' lives while enjoying provided room and board.

Benefits

Room and Board

Qualifications

• 3 years of coaching experience or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in all phases of the swimming program.
• Drive team vans and manage travel logistics.
• Lead practice sessions and manage team social media.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Team Management

Social Media Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

The Assistant Coach will help the Head Coach coordinate all phases of a competitive NJCAA Division I swimming program. This includes, but is not limited to coaching, recruiting, budget management, travel management, rules and eligibility compliance, administrative duties, departmental fundraising, meet management, academic advising, marketing, promotions, and public relations. The Assistant Coach will be provided with room & board.

Responsibilities:

• Drive team vans to and from practices and meets.
• Order and receive meals during travel, breaks, and meets.
• Lead a designated group during practice to ensure smooth and effective sessions.
• Demonstrate comfort and confidence in coaching abilities across all training environments.
• Assist in managing and creating content for team social media platforms.
• Engage in the recruiting process and take lead of campus visits.
• Support decisions, maintain professionalism, and work as a united front with the head coach.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3 years coaching experience or equivalent experience
• Ability to pass a background check, have a current license, and a good driving record
• CPR and First Aid Certification
• Collegiate coaching experience
• Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)
• Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid)
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing
• Lifting and carrying
• Reaching
• Climbing
• Walking
• Standing
• Bending
• Stooping
• Ability to do facility set-up by climbing stairs, ladders, and moving moderately heavy equipment