Assistant Men's & Women's Swimming Coach

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title

Assistant Men's & Women's Swimming Coach

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title

Assistant Men's & Women's Swimming Coach

Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Compensation Title

Assistant Coach, Swimming

Position Number

30028650

Position Status

Regular

Work Schedule

Full time, flexible days and hours, must be available to work nights, weekends and some holidays

Hours per Week

37.5

Months per Year

12

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence

Northern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution. We embrace inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of our work and seek excellence through diversity among our students, administrators, faculty, and staff. Application by members of diverse groups is encouraged.

Purpose of Position

The Assistant Men’s and Women’s Swim Coach reports directly to the Head Men’s and Women’s Swim Coach and is responsible for assisting in the organization and administration of the swim program in accordance with the rules and regulations of the University, Horizon League and

NCAA

.

The Assistant Men’s and Women’s Swim Coach must have a commitment to developing a competitive

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Division I swim program, while maintaining an emphasis on the academic success of the student-athlete. The Assistant Men’s and Women’s Swim Coach will be expected to assist in administering the program in a manner that promotes the health, safety and welfare of the student-athlete.

Compliance with

NCAA

rules is of the utmost importance at Northern Kentucky University. As a member of the athletics department staff, it is expected that the Assistant Men’s and Women’s Swim Coach will have a full understanding of the

NCAA

rules that pertain to the position. It is also expected that the Assistant Men’s and Women’s Swim Coach will comply with all

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rules and if he/she becomes aware, or have reasonable cause to believe, that a violation of a rule has occurred he/she will immediately report it to the Director of Athletics or his/her designee.

Primary Responsibilities

Perform recruiting activities as assigned by the Head Coach, to meet the objectives of the university and team, including the evaluation, contact and ongoing communication with prospective student-athletes and coaches.

Utilize social media in promotion of the team and in the recruitment of potential student-athletes

Primary coach of the mid-distance and distance groups.

Performs planning, organization, and execution for coaching duties as described and assigned by the Head Coach for all meetings, practice sessions, and competitions.

Assist with the arrangement and supervision of transportation, lodging, and meals for team travel.

Evaluation of opponents and the development of a game plan for student-athlete instruction in accordance with position/positions assignment as prescribed by the Head Coach.

Assist in the development of team rules and policies.

Responsible for supervision, instruction, and direction of student-athletes as assigned by the Head Coach.

Support, abide, and enforce all academic guidelines and policies of the university, athletics department, and swimming program to ensure academic progress of the student-athlete as directed by the Head Coach.

Support and work cooperatively with Sports Medicine/Athletic Training, Strength and Conditioning, Equipment, Student Development, Life Skills,

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Compliance, Media Relations etc. areas in accordance with department policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum one year of related coaching experience. Prior collegiate swimming participation and/or coaching experience is required; Division I coaching experience preferred.

Good organizational skills, communication skills, and interpersonal skills. Displays leadership skills and uses tact.

Motivated, display integrity and professionalism. Loyal and uses fairness and equitable in the treatment of others.

Displays public relations skills and promotes Northern Kentucky University Men’s & Women’s Swimming Program.

Review of applications begins immediately.

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Experience

1 year

Salary

TBD

Pay Grade

S67

Posting Detail Information

| Requisition Number | 2024S2094 | | Job Open Date | 09/13/2024 | | Job Close Date | | | Quick Link | https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/14198 | | Is this an internal only posting? | |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is your highest level of education?
   • Bachelor's degree
   • Master's degree or higher

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. References 3. Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents