Assistant Swim Coach

National Collegiate Athletic Association; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Swimming Coach to support the Head Coach in managing a competitive swimming and diving program. This role involves coaching advanced swimming skills and actively recruiting talented student-athletes while ensuring compliance with NCAA and state regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to student-athlete welfare and academic success, along with proven organizational and leadership abilities. Join a vibrant athletic community where your contributions will help shape the future of aspiring athletes.

Qualifications

• Experience as a successful swimming coach with advanced skills.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit talented student-athletes.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach with all aspects of the swimming program.
• Conduct recruitment of skilled prospective student-athletes.

Skills

Swimming Coaching

Recruitment Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

CPR/AED Certification

First Aid Certification

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

The Assistant Swimming Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Swimming/Diving Coach with all aspects of a competitive Missouri Valley Women’s Swimming/Diving program. The Assistant Swimming Coach will not only assist with coaching specific swimming skill but also assist with all phases of the recruitment of highly skilled prospective student-athletes from identification and evaluation through signing them to athletics scholarships, etc. The Assistant Swimming Coach is responsible for conducting all of their duties and activities with integrity and within NCAA rules, Missouri Valley Conference rules, the State of Illinois requirements, Illinois State University and Athletics Department regulations.

1. Bachelor’s Degree
2. Experience as a successful swimming coach including ability to teach/coach advanced skills in the sport of swimming.
3. Demonstrated ability to recruit talented high school and transfer student-athletes
4. Proven organizational, leadership ability, and both oral and written communication skills
5. Strong commitment to academic goals and student-athlete welfare,
6. Thorough knowledge of NCAA rules governing eligibility, financial aid and recruiting
7. CPR/AED and First Aid certified (or eligible for certification upon employment)
8. Valid Driver’s License