Diving Coach (Part-time), Men's & Women's

Gengras Center; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 1,500 - 2,500; Part time

Job summary

The University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford, CT, is seeking a part‑time Diving Coach to support its NCAA Division III program. You will oversee practices, provide technical instruction for 1m and 3m divers, assist with meets and recruiting, and help cultivate a strong team culture.

The role requires coaching experience, ability to work evenings and weekends during the season, and a commitment to NCAA Division III philosophy. Seasonal stipend offered.

Qualifications

• Competitive diving experience (collegiate preferred).
• Coaching experience at the high school, club, or collegiate level.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends during the season.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Physical ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct diving practices in alignment with the Head Swimming & Diving Coach.
• Provide technical instruction and individualized feedback for 1m and 3m springboard divers.
• Assist with meet preparation, competition coaching, and travel as needed.
• Support recruiting efforts, including communication with prospective student‑athletes.
• Promote a positive team culture that emphasizes accountability, sportsmanship, and academic success.
• Assist with program operations as assigned (equipment, meet support, communication).

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Evenings/weekends availability

Job description

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Diving Coach (Part-time), Men's & Women's

West Hartford, CT, US

The University of Saint Joseph is seeking a part‑time Diving Coach to support and develop its NCAA Division III diving program through technical instruction, practice planning, meet support, and recruiting. This position offers flexible work hours and scheduling to accommodate the successful candidate's availability.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct diving practices in alignment with the Head Swimming & Diving Coach
• Provide technical instruction and individualized feedback for 1m and 3m springboard divers
• Assist with meet preparation, competition coaching, and travel as needed
• Support recruiting efforts, including communication with prospective student‑athletes
• Promote a positive team culture that emphasizes accountability, sportsmanship, and academic success
• Assist with program operations as assigned (equipment, meet support, communication)

Qualifications

• Competitive diving experience (collegiate preferred)
• Prior coaching experience at the high school, club, or collegiate level
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work evenings and weekends during the season
• Commitment to NCAA Division III philosophyCPR/AED and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Compensation: seasonal stipend

Start Date

• Fall 2026 (or as agreed upon)

Other Qualifications

• Physical ability to perform essential functions of the position, as noted below, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements and description of the work environment are representative of what an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Activity

Approximate Percentage of Time Spent in this Activity

Substantial

Substantial

Keyboarding

Substantial

Kneeling

Substantial

Substantial

Reaching

Substantial

Substantial

Standing

Substantial

Using Telephone

Substantial

Walking

Substantial

Other (please explain):

Substantial

The Athletic Department is a fast paced, intensive, high energy environment. Coaches and Staff work intensive schedules including weekends and evenings.