Assistant Coach, Iowa Flyers Swim Club

EXPIRED

Recreational Services at the University of Iowa is seeking an Assistant Coach for the Iowa Flyers Swim Club Program (IFLY). This position will assist with the coaching and administration of the IFLY Swim Club program, with primary responsibility for the developmental and age group swimmers in the general track. This position will also provide assistance as needed to the head coach with implementing workouts for the elite track.  This position includes administrative duties related to the operation of the club in addition to coaching (such as answering email, making phone calls, scheduling, conducting evaluations of swimmers, maintaining team information & calendars, etc.)

For a detailed job description, please email Alaysia McAtee at alaysia-mcatee@uiowa.edu.

About Iowa Flyers Swim Club (IFLY):

The Iowa Flyers Swim Club (IFLY) is a registered USA Swimming member swim club operated by University of Iowa Recreational Services.  The club is a competitive age-group swim club open to University of Iowa members and the general public which offers participation levels from developmental through Maters swimming.  The club is part of a comprehensive aquatics program offered by Recreational Services. The mission of the Iowa Flyers Swim Club is to provide exceptional competitive and recreational opportunities in the sport of swimming to the University of Iowa students, faculty, and staff, as well as to the general community. IFLY is determined to provide its members a fun, positive, and successful experience through quality coaching and instruction and the use of state-of-the-art facilities. The Iowa Flyers practice in the University of Iowa Campus Recreation and Wellness Center (CRWC) and the University of Iowa Field House.

About Recreational Services:

The Department of Recreational Services is an integral part of the Hawkeye tradition.  Part of the Division of Student Life, the department promotes and coordinates campus-wide competitive and recreational activities.  Recreational services works to provide a diverse recreational experience that encourages active lifestyles for the University of Iowa community.  The department’s goal is to support the academic mission of the university while contributing to the holistic development of each individual.

About the Division of Student Life:

The Division of Student Life is comprised of staff that embrace new ideas and thoughts, works together to keep our students safe, and provides them with life-changing experiences. The Division of Student Life includes 15 departments that span from Recreation Services to the Office of Leadership, Service and Civic Engagement and everything in between. We believe in working together as one team to achieve our mission: fostering student success by creating and promoting inclusive educationally purposeful services and activities within and beyond the classroom.  One of our division priorities is to advance UI’s goals to recruit and retain U.S. racial/ethnic minority (URM) staff and students.

Recreational Services at the University of Iowa is seeking an Assistant Coach for the Iowa Flyers Swim Club Program (IFLY). This position will assist with the coaching and administration of the IFLY Swim Club program, with primary responsibility for the developmental and age group swimmers in the general track. This position will also provide assistance as needed to the head coach with implementing workouts for the elite track.  This position includes administrative duties related to the operation of the club in addition to coaching (such as answering email, making phone calls, scheduling, conducting evaluations of swimmers, maintaining team information & calendars, etc.)

For a detailed job description, please email Alaysia McAtee at alaysia-mcatee@uiowa.edu.

About Iowa Flyers Swim Club (IFLY):

The Iowa Flyers Swim Club (IFLY) is a registered USA Swimming member swim club operated by University of Iowa Recreational Services.  The club is a competitive age-group swim club open to University of Iowa members and the general public which offers participation levels from developmental through Maters swimming.  The club is part of a comprehensive aquatics program offered by Recreational Services. The mission of the Iowa Flyers Swim Club is to provide exceptional competitive and recreational opportunities in the sport of swimming to the University of Iowa students, faculty, and staff, as well as to the general community. IFLY is determined to provide its members a fun, positive, and successful experience through quality coaching and instruction and the use of state-of-the-art facilities. The Iowa Flyers practice in the University of Iowa Campus Recreation and Wellness Center (CRWC) and the University of Iowa Field House.

About Recreational Services:

The Department of Recreational Services is an integral part of the Hawkeye tradition.  Part of the Division of Student Life, the department promotes and coordinates campus-wide competitive and recreational activities.  Recreational services works to provide a diverse recreational experience that encourages active lifestyles for the University of Iowa community.  The department’s goal is to support the academic mission of the university while contributing to the holistic development of each individual.

About the Division of Student Life:

The Division of Student Life is comprised of staff that embrace new ideas and thoughts, works together to keep our students safe, and provides them with life-changing experiences. The Division of Student Life includes 15 departments that span from Recreation Services to the Office of Leadership, Service and Civic Engagement and everything in between. We believe in working together as one team to achieve our mission: fostering student success by creating and promoting inclusive educationally purposeful services and activities within and beyond the classroom.  One of our division priorities is to advance UI’s goals to recruit and retain U.S. racial/ethnic minority (URM) staff and students.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and related coaching experience.
• Coaching experience (typically 6mo-1year) with competitive swimmers of multiple age groups and ability levels in a USA Swimming, high school, or collegiate environment.
• Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques and ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
• Demonstrated working knowledge and proficiency in use of Microsoft Office software applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Work requires a willingness to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends and travel.
• Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and civil manner while appreciating the unique contribution of individuals.

Required Certifications:

• Must be a current USA Swimming registered coach.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and Safety Training for Swim Coaches certifications as deemed acceptable by USA Swimming for coaches safety certification are required upon hire.
• American Red Cross CPR/AED for Lifeguards and Lifeguarding/First Aid certifications or ability to attain within 3 months of hire.
• American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor (LGI) certification or ability to attain within 6 months of hire.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Advanced coaching experience (2 years or more) with competitive swimmers of multiple age groups and ability levels in a USA Swimming, high school, or collegiate environment.
• Advanced coaching experience working with USA Swimming Junior National Level swimmers or higher level or equivalent.
• Competition experience as a swimmer at the USA and/or International Swimming Junior National level or higher, or NCAA (Div. I-III) Conference Championship level or higher.
• Experience using Team Unify Swimming team management program.
• Experience using Hy-Tek Meet Manager software.
• Experience operating a swimming timing system, i.e., Colorado Daktronics
• American Swim Coaches Association (ASCA) Level 2 or higher certification.
• Knowledge or experience with structured dry land strength/conditioning programs.

Application Details:

• In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.  Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions or additional information, please contact alaysia-mcatee@uiowa.edu.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Recreation Program Coordinator
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 3A
• Starting Salary Minimum: 45,000

Contact Information

• Organization: Student Life
• Contact Name: Alaysia McAtee
• Contact Email: alaysia-mcatee@uiowa.edu