Head Coach, Swimming/Diving and Aquatics Director

EXPIRED

Posted: 04/22/2025

Annual Salary: $50,200.00 - $55,800.00
Status: Exempt, Full-time

The College of Idaho is seeking applications and recommendations for the position of Head
Coach, Swim/Dive and Aquatics Director. This position will instruct the men's and women’s
swimming and diving team and will be responsible for the administrative functions required for the
team's success. Additionally, this position will be responsible for the overall maintenance and
operations of the aquatics facility throughout the year.

The Head Coach will oversee the comprehensive management of the swimming and diving
program, encompassing recruitment strategies, scheduling of competitions, and overall meet
logistics. This role requires the organization of volunteer support and active engagement in
fundraising initiatives. Technical instruction aimed at athlete development is paramount, with an
approach to designing tailored strength and conditioning programs. Furthermore, the Head Coach
will set academic objectives for the team, implement required study table protocols, and closely
monitor the academic performance of athletes to ensure compliance with eligibility standards.

Posted: 04/22/2025

Annual Salary: $50,200.00 - $55,800.00
Status: Exempt, Full-time

The College of Idaho is seeking applications and recommendations for the position of Head
Coach, Swim/Dive and Aquatics Director. This position will instruct the men's and women’s
swimming and diving team and will be responsible for the administrative functions required for the
team's success. Additionally, this position will be responsible for the overall maintenance and
operations of the aquatics facility throughout the year.

The Head Coach will oversee the comprehensive management of the swimming and diving
program, encompassing recruitment strategies, scheduling of competitions, and overall meet
logistics. This role requires the organization of volunteer support and active engagement in
fundraising initiatives. Technical instruction aimed at athlete development is paramount, with an
approach to designing tailored strength and conditioning programs. Furthermore, the Head Coach
will set academic objectives for the team, implement required study table protocols, and closely
monitor the academic performance of athletes to ensure compliance with eligibility standards.

The Aquatics Director manages the operational aspects of the facility, including budget oversight,
safety protocols, and the recruitment and supervision of lifeguards. Responsibilities also entail
optimizing the facility's master schedule and executing pool maintenance, which includes
monitoring chemical levels and identifying maintenance needs. Maintaining accurate records for
water chemistry and facility upkeep is crucial for ensuring regulatory compliance and safety.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in physical education, recreation, health, or a related
field. Preference will be given to candidates with prior competitive swim and/or diving coaching
experience, particularly at the collegiate level. Applicants must possess current CPR/First Aid
certification, be a certified Lifeguard and/or a certified Lifeguard Instructor, and become a
Certified Pool Operator within the first three months of employment. Although a current swim
instructor certificate is preferred, it is not mandatory. Successful experience in recruiting is
essential, and the selected candidate must complete the NAIA Champions of Character coaches
course within the first two weeks of employment. Additionally, the ability to work non-traditional
hours, including weekends and evenings, is required, along with a willingness to travel up to 30%
of the time.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States as of the expected hire date and
throughout the date of their employment without sponsorship from The College of Idaho. A
current valid driver’s license is also required and candidates must be vehicle insurable.

The College offers competitive benefits including tuition waiver for dependents, health insurance, a
retirement plan with employer match, generous paid time off, free access to on-campus fitness
centers, and free admission to campus events. Spouses, domestic partners, and dependents are
eligible for benefits coverage.

A complete application will include a current résumé, a cover letter addressing qualifications for
the position, and the names and contact information of three (3) references: two (2) from
management and one (1) professional, sent to hr@collegeofidaho.edu. Review of applications will
begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. As we move through the application
review process, additional information may be requested from qualified candidates.

With over 134 years of history, The College of Idaho is a regional and national leader in higher
education. The College of Idaho is an inclusive community of exceptional learning that challenges
the ambitious and forges pathways to success and purpose.

The College of Idaho is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting,
retaining, and optimizing performance and academic excellence through an inclusive workforce.
The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, disability, national
and ethnic origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected
by law.

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