Head Coach, Men's Water Polo

Requisition # 2026-22170

Date Posted 13 hours ago(8/27/2026 2:00 PM)

Department Athletics-Coaches

Category Athletics

Job Type Full-Time

Overview

The mission of Princeton University Department of Athleticsis to strive for excellence in academics and athletics, while embracing equity in opportunity, good sportsmanship, and ethical conduct. In keeping with this mission, the role of the Head Coach of Men's Water Polo is to provide a quality program which will challenge and develop the physical, mental and personal abilities of student-athletes of a Division I team.

Responsibilities

Head Coach, Men's Water Polo

Requisition # 2026-22170

Date Posted 13 hours ago(8/27/2026 2:00 PM)

Department Athletics-Coaches

Category Athletics

Job Type Full-Time

Overview

The mission of Princeton University Department of Athleticsis to strive for excellence in academics and athletics, while embracing equity in opportunity, good sportsmanship, and ethical conduct. In keeping with this mission, the role of the Head Coach of Men's Water Polo is to provide a quality program which will challenge and develop the physical, mental and personal abilities of student-athletes of a Division I team.

Responsibilities

• Coach Men's Water Polo in a substantive manner that is consistent with the educational mission of the University.
• Engage in ethical and values-based coaching in order to develop the character and the skill of the University's student-athletes.
• Possess a thorough knowledge of water polo, a sophisticated understanding of coaching strategies, and a demonstrated ability to enhance player development.
• Effectively operate a competitive Division I Men's Water Polo program.
• Identify and successfully recruit student athletes within the framework of the University guidelines and policies.
• Work effectively with administrators, the support staff, and other coaches and programs within the Department of Athletics.
• Communicate effectively with various institutional constituencies (e.g., faculty, administration, students, parents, staff, alumni and friends) in order to strengthen programmatic integration with the University.
• Continue the development and oversight of the Friends Group.
• Adhere to the NWPC, Ivy League, ECAC and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Ability to uphold the commitment to Department of Athletics mission and values of Education Through Athletics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent coaching experience.
• At least 3-5 years successful experience as a water polo coach.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Proficiency with MS office products (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to manage team dynamics.
• Demonstrated organizational ability for practice and recruiting.
• An understanding of the fundamental role that intercollegiate athletics, properly implemented, can play in the educational development of our student-athletes.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification subsequent to the date of hire.
• Advanced degree.
• Competitive experience at the collegiate level.
• Coaching at the collegiate level.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

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Standard Weekly Hours

36.25

Work Schedule, If Other Than Standard Hours

Nights, weekends, and travel required.

Eligible for Overtime

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Probationary Period

180 days

Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)

No

Physical Capacity Exam Required

No

Valid Driver’s License Required

Yes

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