Full-Time Swim & Dive Associate Coach

Chapman University; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapman University seeks an Associate Coach for Swim & Dive to support the NCAA Division III program on campus. You will coach student-athletes, assist with recruiting, and manage aspects of program operations, travel, and equipment under the Head Coach.

Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and travel is required. Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of college coaching experience, strong leadership, and a proven ability to recruit and develop student-athletes while maintaining NCAA and SCIAC

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years of coaching experience with assigned sport(s).
• Technical expertise in swimming & diving coaching at the college level.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills for working with students and colleagues.
• Proven ability to recruit, motivate, develop, and retain student-athletes per NCAA DIII.
• Strong ability to interpret and comply with applicable rules and policies.

Responsibilities

• Coach, instruct, and develop student-athletes in swimming & diving fundamentals and strategy.
• Lead daily practice planning and event/group trainings under Head Coach guidance.
• Oversee schedule creation, travel coordination, and facility maintenance.
• Collaborate with Athletics staff to share spaces and resources; support fundraising efforts.

Skills

Coaching experience

Swimming & diving coaching

Leadership

Recruiting

Program management

Communication

Compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Chapman University seeks an Associate Coach for Swim & Dive to support the NCAA Division III program on campus. You will coach student-athletes, assist with recruiting, and manage aspects of program operations, travel, and equipment under the Head Coach.

Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and travel is required. Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of college coaching experience, strong leadership, and a proven ability to recruit and develop student-athletes while maintaining NCAA and SCIAC