8/2024
GORDON COLLEGE
Position Description
Title: Assistant Coach – Men’s and Women’s Swimming
8/2024
GORDON COLLEGE
Position Description
Title: Assistant Coach – Men’s and Women’s Swimming
Apply NowFunction: Under the direction of the Swimming Director, the Assistant Coach’s primary function
includes the teaching and instructing of student-athletes in the areas of sport-specific
technique, workout execution, teamwork, and safety in the sport of Swimming at Gordon
College. The level of responsibility includes areas specific to Swimming and a responsibility to
our student-athletes' holistic well-being. The program's success will be measured by student
outcomes, competitive excellence, and by the ability to fulfill the college's mission. This will be
demonstrated by the mentoring of student-athletes, including teaching, and modeling the value
of Christian competition and leadership.
Description of Duties and Tasks:
Responsible for the instruction and development of student-athletes, including sport-
specific technique, strategic play, safety, and key aspects of their position.
In collaboration with the Director, the Assistant Coach is responsible for the leadership
and development of student-athletes, including a highly competitive program, a well-
developed academic support structure, as well as the discipleship of young student-
athletes in the program to facilitate their spiritual growth.
Supports the Director in the recruitment and retention of quality student-athletes who
understand and embrace the mission of Gordon College and of the Athletics
Department. This requires attending Admissions-related functions, significant
correspondence to inquiries, and travel to recruit prospective student-athletes.
Regularly attend department staff meetings and provide support for large departmental
initiatives (including special events), spiritual development, game management, and
alumni/fundraising activities.
Works in collaboration with the Director to monitor academic performance of student-
athletes and collaborates with campus partners regarding discipleship, development,
and retention of student-athletes within their specific sports program.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Swimming Director or Director of Athletics.
Campus and Community Engagement
Develops and maintains a professional and collaborative relationship with colleagues,
faculty and staff, administration, alumni, friends of the college, and trustees.
Participates in the life of the Gordon College community.
Coordinates and attends department meetings and functions.
Knowledgeable of, and adheres to, the rules and regulations of the NCAA Division III and
the Conference of New England.
Works within the framework of the rules and regulations of Gordon College.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
To fully perform the above functions, the incumbent must possess the following knowledge,
skills, and abilities, or demonstrate that the major responsibilities of the job can be
accomplished, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some combination of skills
and abilities.
A bachelor's degree or work equivalent is required. Experience in swimming and/or
coaching at the intercollegiate level is also preferred, but not required.
Effective leadership skills and motivational abilities with mentoring experiences.
Understanding and appreciation of Christian liberal arts higher education.
Ability to be a team player within the Department of Athletics and the institution.
Strong desire to work with and relate to student-athletes.
Sound administrative ability with emphasis on organization and attention to detail.
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Positive mindset, solution-oriented style of leadership.
Familiarity with basic computer operations, and ability to use common office equipment,
including the ability to operate specialized software for sports administration.
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