Assistant Coach, Women's Water Polo

The University of Southern California (USC) is one of the worlds leading private research universities. An anchor institution in Los Angeles and a global center for arts technology and international business USC is also one of the largest private employers in the City of Los Angeles. We are searching for exceptional individuals to help us fulfill our mission: developing individuals and society as a whole through the cultivation and enrichment of the human mind and spirit. As an employee of USC you will be part of a world-class research university and a member of the Trojan Family which is comprised of the faculty students and staff that make the university what it is.

USC Athletics aims to inspire champions in competition and in the classroom. We exist to enrich the lives of students to positively impact our community and world for generations to come. Operating with the four core values of Competitive Spirit Togetherness Passionate Pride for USC and Our Courage to Blaze the Trail the Trojans choose to lead by over 600 student-athletes competing throughout USCs 23 sports programs USC Athletics is committed to serving as the unmatched unquestioned top destination for talented student-athletes to reach their fullest potential in all that they do and offering student-athletes the ability to compete for NCAA and Big Ten championships while working toward a degree from one of the worlds leading universities.

JOB DESCRIPTION

USC Athletics is looking to hire an Assistant Coach Womens Water Polo to join our staff and student community of 600 individuals. This role is responsible for coaching and leading our womens water polo program.

This position serves a large student and staff population must demonstrate a commitment to improving outcomes for a variety of populations and is expected to contribute to the programs demonstrated commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all. USC Athletics is committed to non-discrimination and equal opportunity.

This is an exempt position with work expected on the weekends. This role requires travel and a flexible open schedule.

Roles and responsibilities to include:

• Coaching and teaching our womens water polo student-athletes both individually in groups teaching all aspects of water polo to ensure the development of the students fullest athletic potential.

• Collaborating with each of the athletic support areas that directly impact the womens water polo program.

• Assists in the overall planning and execution of the water polo program assisting in the recruiting process monitoring and maintaining student athlete discipline scouting opponents and working with the booster program in fundraising efforts.

• Monitors the progress and needs of student-athletes coordinates off-season conditioning programs promotes the athletic program overall as well as the specific sport and participates in departmental activities as required.

• Ensures adherence to all NCAA Big Ten Conference and University rules by student-athletes and supporting staff and complies with all rules and bylaws of the NCAA and conference.

• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of a bachelors degree and have three years of experience. Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

• Complete understanding of NCAA and conference rules and regulations.

• Experience working in higher education and/or a sports related field ideal.

• Valid drivers license required. Position will participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Notice System. A copy of DMV record will be required as a final condition of employment. For more information please visit the policy website.

In addition the successful candidate must also demonstrate through ideas words and actions a strong commitment to USCs Unifying Values.

Salary Range

The annual base salary range for this position is $70000- $75000. When extending an offer of employment the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position the candidates work experience education/training key skills internal peer alignment federal state and local laws contractual stipulations grant funding as well as external market and organizational considerations.

To Apply

All candidates must submit a resume with their application. Additional materials may be requested at a later date. All USC employees will undergo reference checking and background screening prior to hire.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at or by email at Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance.