Interim Assistant Coach of MW Swimming & Diving

JOB TITLE

Interim Assistant Coach of MW Swimming & Diving

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Physical Education Recreation & Athletics - PERA - JM

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Interim WPI Assistant Coach of Mens and Womens Swimming and Diving is responsible for assisting the Interim WPI Head Coach of Mens and Womens Swimming and Diving in providing leadership and direction for all aspects of the Mens and Womens Swimming & Diving programs as they compete competitively in NCAA Division III athletics while providing an educational environment that enhances the development of the whole student-athlete.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities:

• Assist head coach in providing leadership and direction for the mens and womens swimming & diving programs while maintaining a culture of compliance with NCAA rules and regulations as well as New England Women and Mens Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) and WPI university policies and procedures.
• Help actively recruit prospective student-athletes committed to academic and athletic excellence. Connect with successful clubs and schools across the country for top academic and athletic talent for admission to WPI. Develop and manage quality campus visits to appropriately represent the program department and university.
• Assist in maintaining a strong connection with the swimming & diving alumni group through regular communication and relationship development. Engage year-round and support efforts with university relations as needed as well as for the annual Goat Nation Giving Challenge.
• Help the Interim Head Coach effectively manage operating fundraising and other available resources to maximize opportunities while maintaining a quality student-athlete experience. Work closely with the Interim Head Coach in the planning of annual operating and fundraising budgets including all team travel and trips program activities equipment gear apparel etc. Support successful fundraising efforts to support operations.
• Assist in the hiring scheduling and development of the lifeguard function for daily pool operations and events.
• Serve as a role model for students student-athletes program department division and WPI in all areas of responsibilities. Support Student Affairs and Physical Education Recreation and Athletics initiatives as requested.
• Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree required.
• Lifeguard certification required.
• Certified Pool Operator preferred.
• 3 to 5 years of collegiate coaching experience and aquatics management experience.

The hourly rate for this position is up to $25 per hour depending on experience for a part-time schedule of 10 - 20 hours per week.

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color age religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran statusor disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity collaboration inclusion problem solving innovation high performance and change is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.