Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach

Hamilton College; Town of Clinton (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton College in Clinton, NY is seeking an Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach to support the Head Coach across recruitment, programming, and student-athlete development. You will teach techniques, monitor academic progress, manage budgets, travel logistics, and ensure compliance with NCAA/NESCAC and college rules.

The role includes teaching Physical Education classes as part of Hamilton's undergraduate curriculum.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in an appropriate area of specialization.
• Experience coaching and/or playing at the intercollegiate level is required.
• A Master's Degree is preferred.
• Evening and weekend work is necessary.
• Candidate must have a valid active driver's license.
• A successful background check is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Teach fundamentals of the sport during meetings, practices and games.
• Instruct enrolled students in physical education classrooms.
• Devise and implement athletic strategies for the team.
• Monitor and support student-athletes' academic progress.
• Identify, evaluate and recruit prospective student-athletes.
• Assist with program budget and expenditures for equipment and supplies.
• Coordinate team meals with dining vendor to meet nutritional needs.
• Collaborate with Sports Medicine on injury prevention and rehab.
• Schedule practice sessions in compliance with NCAA/NESCAC rules.
• Plan team travel and manage related expenses with Athletic Business Office.
• Maintain alumni relations and coordinate communications with boosters and parents.
• Promote the Athletics Department through events and marketing.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, conference rules and college policies.

Skills

Recruiting

Budget management

Coaching

Student development

Compliance knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Scheduling software

Budget tracking software

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary

Under limited supervision and direction, the Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach is responsible for supporting the Head Coach in all aspects of the Swimming & Diving Program for the College. Using independent judgment and discretion, the Assistant Coach has responsibility in such critical areas as instructing student athletes, recruitment, supporting student athlete academic progress, budget management, scheduling, managing travel, compliance with NCAA and NESCAC rules and regulations and internal policies and procedures, and ensuring that the overall integrity and image of the program meets the College's high level of excellence. Assistant Coaches will be responsible for teaching a minimum number of Physical Education classes, a mandatory requirement of the undergraduate Hamilton curriculum. Assistant Coaches will also be required to perform other reasonable job-related duties as assigned.

Primary Duties

The following list provides examples of the primary duties of the Assistant Coach. However, these duties are not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

• Teach the fundamentals of the sport during meetings, practices and games
• Teach enrolled students in classroom setting in the general area of physical education
• Devise and implement athletic strategies for the team
• Cultivate and support the academic development of student-athletes by monitoring the academic progress and status of team members and implementing action plans when appropriate
• Identify, evaluate and recruit prospective student-athletes
• Assist with administration of Program's budget through monitoring expenditures for purchase of equipment and supplies
• Coordinate on-campus team meals with the colleges dining vendor to ensure nutritional and dietary needs of student-athletes
• Collaborate with Sports Medicine regarding injury prevention strategies and student-athlete rehabilitation techniques
• Ensure the safety of all student-athletes by scheduling practice sessions in compliance with applicable rules and regulations, overseeing selection and fitting of team equipment and making recommendations for improvements to equipment and supplies
• Plan and organize team travel including coordinating appropriate budget with Athletic Business Office for travel and related expenses
• Manage alumni relations and coordinate correspondence with alumni, boosters, and parents
• Promote the Athletics Department and Program through community events, public speaking, fundraising and marketing
• Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student athletes to support the image and reputation of the Athletics Department, Program and College
• Ensure adherence to all NCAA, NESCAC (or other conference) and College rules by athletes, supporting staff and others and reporting of any potential issues to Head Coach and/or Athletic Director
• In absence of Head Coach, and with approval of Athletics Director, ensure continued operations of Program and assume Head Coach duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Attend seminars, conferences and other professional development opportunities

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in an appropriate area of specialization and experience coaching and/or playing at the intercollegiate level is required. A Master's Degree is preferred. Evening and weekend work is necessary. Candidate must have a valid active driver's license. A successful background check is mandatory.

Compensation Range

$62,354 per year

EEO Policy

Hamilton College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes a wide array of experiences, backgrounds and viewpoints as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to those goals are encouraged to apply and identify their strengths in these areas.

Benefits

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