Eastern Illinois University
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Description
The Head Men’s and Women’s Swimming Coach reports to a member of the Senior Athletic Leadership team. This position is responsible for the successful management and administration of all phases of Intercollegiate Men’s and Women’s Swimming Programs, within the guidelines, rules and regulations of Eastern Illinois University, the affiliated conference and the NCAA.
The expectations of the Head Coach:
- Support the Mission and Core Values of the Department.
- Recruit individuals who have exhibited high potential to perform according to Department, Conference and NCAA standards.
- Reinforce academic achievement and graduation as our top priority.
- Use Departmental resources for education, interpretation and advice.
- Responsible for full compliance with University, Department and NCAA regulations.
- Diligent in their preparation to compete aggressively to win championships.
- Collaborate on development of a responsible budget for their sport.
- Responsible for the efficient use of all Department resources.
- Understand that the logo is always on as they model professional behavior.
- Collaborate with Athletic and University support units to ensure Student-Athlete health, safety and well-being.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required/Master's preferred;
- Possess (3) or more years of Swimming coaching/instruction preferably at the collegiate level or collegiate competition experience or equivalent;
- Must have extensive knowledge of the sport of swimming;
- Must have ability to identify, recruit, develop and retain quality swimming student-athletes; Excellent organization, interpersonal and communication skills are required;
- Demonstrated commitment to the academic success of the student-athlete;
- Ability and willingness to work effectively in a team atmosphere.