Diving Coach

Mount Holyoke College; South Hadley (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Mount Holyoke College in Massachusetts seeks a part-time Diving Coach to support a NCAA Division III program. Responsibilities include leading practices, safety oversight, and recruitment of student-athletes for the diving team.

The role requires evening/weekend hours, commitment to inclusive environment, and collaboration with the Head Coach on travel, fundraising, and meet management. Ideal candidates will have passion for coaching and experience with divers.

Qualifications

• Commitment to student-athletes in a challenging academic environment.
• Ability to work with a diverse student body.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to safely use a trampoline and spotting rig for training.
• Current Red Cross First Aid and CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead all diving practices, meets, and dryland activities.
• Ensure safety and compliance with NCAA Division III and college regulations.
• Manage diving recruitment from PSAs to roster.
• Oversee academic progress and welfare of divers.
• Assist Head Coach with travel, meals, fundraising, and home meets.
• Maintain diving equipment and knowledge of related software.

Skills

Diving coaching

Recruiting

Mentorship

Safety

NCAA rules

Communication

First Aid

CPR

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job no: R-0000003253

Position Title: Diving Coach

Faculty or Staff: Staff

Full Time or Part Time: Part time

In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote: In-Person

Minimum Starting Rate of Pay: $20.00
Rate of pay commensurate with experience

Start Date: 09/01/2026

Job Description: This is a part-time, seasonal position reporting to the HeadSwimming and Diving Coach. The Assistant Coach is responsible forassisting in all aspects of a competitive NCAA Division III varsitydiving program. The primary focus is the instruction, safety, and recruitment of student-athletes within the diving discipline. Thisrole requires a commitment to the mission of Mount Holyoke College,fostering a diverse and inclusive environment that supports theholistic development of scholar-athletes. The position includesevening and weekend hours and follows the academic calendar.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead all diving practices, meets, and dryland activities.Provide technical analysis of performance, identifying areas forimprovement and teaching new dives and techniques using specializedequipment (e.g., trampoline and spotting rig).
• Ensure all activities adhere to industry safety standards.Maintain a thorough knowledge of and compliance with NCAA DivisionIII and Mount Holyoke College regulations regarding recruiting,student-athlete eligibility, and PSA (Prospective Student-Athlete)evaluations.
• Manage the full lifecycle of diving recruitment. Identify,evaluate, and communicate with PSAs to build a competitive rosterof student-athletes.
• Oversee the academic progress and personal well-being ofswimming and diving student-athletes, serving as a mentor andresource.
• Assist the Head Coach with administrative tasks, includingtravel logistics, meal arrangements, fundraising initiatives, andhome meet management.
• Maintain and oversee the upkeep of diving-specific equipment(boards, harnesses, trampolines) to ensure a safe andhigh-functioning training environment.
• Maintain a working knowledge of e-Dive, Dive Meet, and otherrelevant recruiting or department software.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Commitment to the student-athlete, passion for the sport, and ahigh degree of self-motivation to recruit and coach in achallenging academic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse studentbody and a commitment to fostering an inclusive team culture.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the abilityto communicate effectively with students, staff, and prospectivefamilies.
• Ability to safely use a trampoline and spotting rig fortraining and instructive purposes.
• Current Red Cross First Aid and CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous coaching experience
• Competitive diving experience.
• Lifeguard Training Certification.

Background Checks

Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow allof its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them tosuccessfully carry out the mission of the college. As a conditionof employment, the College will conduct appropriate backgroundchecks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Officeof Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring thatbackground checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & DriverCredential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process andFive College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the officeresponsible for facilitating background checks as articulated inthis policy.