Head Coach, Men’s and Women’s Swimming & Diving/Aquatics Director

The Catholic University of America; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Catholic University of America seeks a Head Coach for Men’s and Women’s Swimming & Diving, overseeing NCAA Division III programs. Key responsibilities include coaching, recruitment, budgeting, and compliance, with an emphasis on student-athlete success. Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree and have proven experience in coaching, management, and fundraising.

Qualifications

• Proven coaching success at collegiate/high school/club level is required.
• Must hold lifeguard and pool operator certifications.
• Preferred ASCA Level III certification and experience in Division III environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop student-athletes academically and athletically.
• Lead recruitment of student-athletes demonstrating potential.
• Manage expenses, budgets, and team travel logistics.

Skills

Coaching

Recruitment

Budget Management

Fundraising

Compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Recruiting software

Meet software

Social media platforms

Job description

Head Coach, Men’s and Women’s Swimming & Diving/Aquatics Director

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The head men’s and women’s swimming & diving coach leads and directs an intercollegiate NCAA Division III S&D program. Responsibilities include program vision, planning, coaching, instruction, financial management, recruitment, supervision of assistant coaches, team leadership, student-athlete recruitment and retention, fundraising, and compliance with laws, regulations, and standards.

The projected salary for this position is $62,587.

Responsibilities:

1. Coaching, Training, Instruction: Develop student-athletes academically and athletically, manage practice and meet planning, collaborate with colleagues.
2. Recruitment: Lead recruitment of student-athletes demonstrating potential for success.
3. Fundraising: Lead efforts to support program needs.
4. Academic Oversight: Mentor and monitor student-athletes' academic success.
5. Budget & Travel: Manage expenses, budgets, procurement, and team travel logistics.
6. Compliance: Ensure adherence to NCAA, conference, and university regulations.
7. Supervision: Recruit, train, and evaluate assistant coaches.
8. Events & Alumni Engagement: Support departmental events and maintain alumni relationships.
9. Facilities: Oversee pool operations, safety, and meet management.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, proven coaching success at collegiate/high school/club level, proficiency in relevant software, lifeguard and pool operator certifications, preferred ASCA Level III certification, knowledge of recruiting and meet software, social media skills, experience in Division III environment is preferred.

Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Higher Education

This job is active and accepting applications.