Assistant Swim Coach

University of California; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of California in Boston is seeking an Assistant Swim Coach to aid the head coach in day-to-day operations of the swim program. The role involves providing instruction, assisting in training plans, and identifying prospective student athletes.

Applicants should have 1-2 years of coaching experience and collegiate swimming experience. The position emphasizes teamwork, leadership, and a commitment to inclusive excellence.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of previous coaching experience preferred.
• Experience in collegiate swimming.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for practice and meets.
• Assist in creation of training plans.
• Identify highly qualified prospective student athletes.

Skills

Coaching Experience

Collegiate swimming experience

Problem Solving

Customer Service Oriented

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Job description

ABOUT SIMMONS Located in Boston’s historic Fenway area, Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons was founded for equality 125 years ago as one of the first higher education institutions dedicated to helping women become leaders. Today, our university continues to grow and evolve and now offers Boston’s only women’s undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all. You’ll find that people who work here truly believe in our mission of preparing students to become social justice-oriented leaders who excel in their professions and their communities. This commitment and pride make for a dynamic workplace. As a university that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating, developing, promoting, and enhancing inclusive hiring practices–at all levels, for all positions–ensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum.

Job Summary

Reporting to the head coach, this position’s primary responsibility is to aid the head coach in day to day operations of the Swim program.

Essential Job Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Provide instruction for practice and meets
• Assist in creation of training plans
• Assist in execution of meet strategies
• Identify highly qualified prospective student athletes
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Previous Coaching Experience (1-2 years preferred)
• Collegiate swimming experience

Competencies

• Problem Solving
• Analytical and Strategic
• Customer Service Oriented
• Communication (Written, Verbal)
• Commitment to Inclusive Excellence and Social Justice
• Teamwork
• Leadership

Work Environment & Conditions/Physical Demands

12-18 hours/week. May be required to lift up to 50 pounds. Position requires work on weekends and/or nights. Travel with the team during season is expected.

Compensation

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws effective October 29, 2025, Simmons University is committed to pay equity, transparency and clear communication throughout the hiring process. This is a non-benefits eligible position. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience, education, skills, equity, and external market benchmarks that help guide compensation decisions.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum.