Assistant Coach, Women's Water Polo

Job Description

Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (“DAPER”) is the premier intercollegiate athletics program in the country. We are the proud Home of Champions! We lead the nation with 139 NCAA championship titles and a legacy of sustained excellence, including multiple Women’s Capital One Cup victories, and have brought home the Learfield Director’s Cup 26 times.  We support nearly 900 student-athletes who compete on 36 intercollegiate athletics teams and also support the university’s physical education, recreation, and wellness initiatives. Our dedicated staff embody a culture of excellence, embrace our mission of scholar-athleticism and exemplify a relentless championship spirit. Our actions and staff are guided by the core tenets of the Athletics Department culture, “The DAPER Way,” which are: Embrace Scholar-Athleticism, Pursue and Revere Excellence, Lead with Courage and Work Cohesively.

Are you ready to inspire champions? If yes, then this may be the right opportunity for you!

Stanford Athletics is seeking an Assistant Coach, Women’s Water Polo to assist the Head Women’s Water Polo coach with recruiting, coaching, and developing a championship-caliber team. Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to: coaching student-athletes, recruiting, game management, video coordination, scouting, statistics and analytics, practice organization, player development, external relations, engaging with athletic department colleagues and faculty, camps, compliance, travel, and other administrative duties as assigned. This role is an onsite fixed-term role. 

Your responsibilities include:

• Help plan and organize team training and practice sessions.
• Assist with recruiting student-athletes to compete at Stanford. Follow NCAA guidelines and University standards and policies in coordinating recruiting efforts.
• Understand and apply NCAA regulations to all aspects of the program. Must pass an exam on an annual basis on NCAA regulations. 
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or her designee.

Job Description

Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (“DAPER”) is the premier intercollegiate athletics program in the country. We are the proud Home of Champions! We lead the nation with 139 NCAA championship titles and a legacy of sustained excellence, including multiple Women’s Capital One Cup victories, and have brought home the Learfield Director’s Cup 26 times.  We support nearly 900 student-athletes who compete on 36 intercollegiate athletics teams and also support the university’s physical education, recreation, and wellness initiatives. Our dedicated staff embody a culture of excellence, embrace our mission of scholar-athleticism and exemplify a relentless championship spirit. Our actions and staff are guided by the core tenets of the Athletics Department culture, “The DAPER Way,” which are: Embrace Scholar-Athleticism, Pursue and Revere Excellence, Lead with Courage and Work Cohesively.

Are you ready to inspire champions? If yes, then this may be the right opportunity for you!

Stanford Athletics is seeking an Assistant Coach, Women’s Water Polo to assist the Head Women’s Water Polo coach with recruiting, coaching, and developing a championship-caliber team. Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to: coaching student-athletes, recruiting, game management, video coordination, scouting, statistics and analytics, practice organization, player development, external relations, engaging with athletic department colleagues and faculty, camps, compliance, travel, and other administrative duties as assigned. This role is an onsite fixed-term role. 

Your responsibilities include:

• Help plan and organize team training and practice sessions.
• Assist with recruiting student-athletes to compete at Stanford. Follow NCAA guidelines and University standards and policies in coordinating recruiting efforts.
• Understand and apply NCAA regulations to all aspects of the program. Must pass an exam on an annual basis on NCAA regulations. 
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or her designee.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree 
• Previous Division I or National Team playing or coaching experience OR demonstrated success in high-level age group club coaching. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Ability to use technology for player development and statistical and video analysis
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and ownership of projects 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 
• Cooperation and collegiality with the Athletic Department, Stanford Campus, and Water Polo communities

DAPER’s Integrity:

This position, along with all DAPER coaches and staff, is responsible for the integrity of Stanford’s intercollegiate athletics program and for the reputation of Stanford University. This position is responsible for ensuring that his/her/their involvement with Athletics Department activities maintains the integrity of the University’s reputation and does not negatively impact the relationship between the University and its faculty, staff, students and alumni. Additionally, this position must comply with University policies and procedures, NCAA and Conference rules and regulations.

Why Stanford is for you:

Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak. 

A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.

A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.

Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums. 

Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

The expected pay range for this position is $70,250- $72,500/annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/b...) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

Job Info

• Pay Range
  Represents the job market pay range and may be adjusted depending on the geographic work location. $70,250- $72,500
  
• Pay Frequency Annually
  
• Fixed Term Y
  
• Stanford Schools and Units Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (DAPER)
  
• Regular or Temporary Regular
  
• Posting Date 07/09/2026, 10:08 PM
  
• Grade
  The grade level indicates the position's classification within the organization's pay scale and responsibility structure. G99
  
• Job Identification 200109
  

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