Assistant Coach, Men’s & Women’s Swimming

Under the general supervision of the head coach, the assistant coaching position provides support and assistance of the intercollegiate program, but is not limited to the following: preparation of training/practice sessions, pregame organization, scouting reports, team travel arrangements, monitoring student-athlete academic performance, recruiting, professional communication in regards to the coaching staff and individual players.

Essential Functions:

• Promote the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program; to include adhering to and enforcing all Departmental policies and procedures, as well as rules and regulations of the University, and the NCAA.
• In cooperation with the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach will develop and maintain a system to identify potential recruits and to work closely with high school and travel coaches to recruit quality student-athletes to Stevenson University.
• Identify and recruit quality student-athletes, both nationally and locally, who meet the high standards established by Stevenson University.
• Assist with the daily administrative duties of the program.
• Assist with scheduling for practices and competition, interfacing with administrators and representatives from other schools.
• Monitor the conditioning and training of student-athletes working closely with Strength Coach and Athletic Training staff.
• Be available to travel with the Swim Teams and work nights, weekends, and holidays, as necessary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of NCAA DIII Swimming rules and regulations; the ability to teach critical skills, competitive skills, tactical strategies and training techniques.
• Adheres to departmental policies and procedures, as well as rules and regulations of the University, the MAC and the NCAA.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn current strategies of recruiting and recruiting software.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required and a strong commitment to excellence in coaching.
• Skill in public relations; training or instructing student-athletes; interpersonal communication.
• Ability to objectively evaluate physical skills in the areas of physical potential and mental capability for intercollegiate athletics.
• Proficiency in computer use and relevant Microsoft and Active Hy-tek applications.