Assistant Coach, Swimming & Diving

Marist University; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution seeks a dedicated Assistant Coach for Swimming & Diving to support a thriving athletics program. This full-time role involves recruiting and coaching student-athletes, fostering academic success, and engaging with alumni and the community. Join a dynamic team that prioritizes excellence in both athletics and academics, and contribute to a culture of success. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous vacation time and tuition benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for those passionate about sports and education.

Benefits

3 weeks paid vacation

Unlimited paid sick time

14+ paid holidays per year

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

Life insurance

403(b) defined contribution plan

Tuition Benefits for employee and dependents

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in coaching or athletics.
• Valid driver's license with no serious convictions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating and recruiting qualified student-athletes.
• Coach and support student-athletes in their academic and personal development.
• Create content for social media to promote the swimming program.

Skills

Coaching

Recruitment

Team Management

Compliance Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Position Title:	Assistant Coach, Swimming & Diving
Department/School:	Athletics
Salary/Pay Rate:	$60,458.80 - $65,108.15 annually
Job Summary:	The Athletics Department at Marist University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month position for an Assistant Coach, Men’s and Women’s Swimming & Diving. This position will support all aspects of the Marist Swimming program including recruiting qualified student-athletes, coaching and instruction of student-athletes, monitoring and supporting academic progress and progression toward a degree, and alumni and donor engagement. 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 communication with students, colleagues, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, members of the media and the public. This position will also participate in budget management, financial reconciliation, team fundraising, may assist in game day management, and may coordinate summer camps and clinics, including paperwork, customer service, and financial reconciliation.
Minimum Qualifications:	Bachelor's degree or higher 3-5 years of relevant work experience Valid driver's license with no serious convictions
Essential Functions:	Assist in evaluating and recruiting academically and athletically qualified student-athletes for the men’s and women’s swimming programs. Assist in student-athlete recruitment, individual and team coaching instruction, daily administrative processes, compliance oversight, and academic/social development, among others. Assist in team coaching, preparing the team for competition, and individual student-athlete development. Assist in monitoring academic, social, and personal development of men’s and women’s swimming student-athletes. Maintain knowledge and remain current regarding all appropriate NCAA, MAAC Conference, Department of Athletics and Recreation, and the College’s compliance issues, policies, and procedures. Responsible for creating content and maintaining a strong presence on social media. Assist 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. Assist in promoting and developing the program by creating and maintaining effective relationships with alumni, donors, and community members. Participate in events as a representative of the department and men’s and women’s swimming programs. Performs other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Director of Athletics.
Preferred Qualifications:	Master's degree or higher
Required Application Documents:	Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References
Benefits:	The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following: 3 weeks of paid vacation. 4 weeks of paid vacation beginning in the 6th year of employment. Unlimited paid sick time. 14+ paid holidays per year. Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD). Life insurance. Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation. 403(b) defined contribution plan: First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%. University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years. Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter. Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University. 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution. Tuition Benefits: Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26. University pays 100% tuition only. Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution. *Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.
About the Department/School:	A conference leader in athletic and academic success, the Marist University Department of Athletics sponsors 23 Division I sports that compete in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) and the Pioneer Football League (PFL – Football Championship Subdivision). In its history, Marist is the MAAC all-time leader in conference championships and overall Commissioner’s Cups, an award that celebrates overall excellenceand athletic achievement. The Red Foxes have led the conference in MAAC Academic Honor Roll for 17 straight seasons.
About Marist University:	Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about
Type of Position:	Full-time
Classification:	Administrative (Exempt)
Months per Year:	12
Work Schedule:	Monday-Friday, Evenings, Weekends, Occasional Holidays
Hours per Week:	37.5
Location:	Marist University Main Campus
Number of Position Openings:	1
Equal Employment Statement:	Marist University is committed to creating a diverse workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of minorities, women, people with disabilities, and any other protected groups found to be under represented. Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups. The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups. Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University. It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.