Head Coach, Swimming & Diving
EXPIRED
Posted Date: Apr 29, 2026
Expired Date: Apr 30, 2026QUALIFICATION
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Salary Expectation
$74,571-$85,464/yr -
Years of Experience
3+ Years -
Work Type
Full-time
ABOUT PROGRAM
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Position Information
Functional Title
Head Coach, Swimming & Diving
Position Type
Administrative/Professional
Appointment Type
Regular
FTE %
Job Vacancy Announcement
Position Information
Functional Title
Head Coach, Swimming & Diving
Position Type
Administrative/Professional
Appointment Type
Regular
FTE %
100%
Work Schedule (if atypical)
This position requires a flexible, year-round work schedule that includes regular business hours (Monday through Friday) as well as frequent evening and weekend commitments to support practices, competitions, recruiting activities, team travel, fundraising events, and program operations. Extended and irregular hours are required during traditional and non-traditional seasons, recruitment periods, postseason competition, preseason preparation, and other peak operational times. Travel and overnight commitments are required. Occasional holiday availability may be necessary based on competitive schedules and institutional needs.
University Overview
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The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.
Job Description Summary
Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Head Men’s and Women’s Swim & Dive Coach is responsible for leading, managing, and developing both the men’s and women’s programs. This role oversees all aspects of both teams, including coaching, training, recruitment, strategic planning, and athlete development, with a focus on achieving academic success and competitive excellence. The Head Coach is expected to maintain high-performance standards for both programs, foster a culture of integrity, leadership, and accountability, and create a positive, disciplined, and highly competitive team environment.
Minimum Qualifications
- Collegiate head coaching experience.
- Demonstrated ability to organize, operate, and sustain a highly competitive collegiate athletic program, while motivating and mentoring student-athletes to achieve peak individual and team performance.
- Working knowledge of comprehensive program administration, including budget management, team travel logistics and expenditures, inventory oversight (equipment, uniforms, training tools), practice and competition scheduling, fundraising strategies, academic progress monitoring, alumni relations, and compliance with NCAA, SCIAC, and University policies.
- Ability to stay current with and effectively integrate emerging coaching and performance technologies, including video analysis, data analytics, and sport-specific computing systems, into daily program operations and competitive preparation.
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, personnel, and high-pressure situations in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to inclusive leadership and effective communication across diverse populations, including but not limited to race, gender, sexual identity, physical ability, socioeconomic background, and religious perspectives.
- Ability to travel extensively and work a flexible, nontraditional schedule, including evenings, weekends, and extended periods during recruitment and competitive seasons.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of student-athlete, personnel, and program records and information.
- Proficiency in personal computers and software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite and sport-specific platforms (e.g., Hudl, Teamworks, or equivalent performance and recruiting systems).
- Ability to accurately maintain professional records and documentation, both electronic and paper, using appropriate grammar, organization, and documentation standards
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree.
- NCAA Division III coaching experience.
- Lifeguard certification.
Benefits Summary
Applicants, please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee’s total compensation
Benefits include a comprehensive health and wellness plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children, a generous contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan, and a generous time off plan.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.
Location
La Verne Main Campus
Number of Vacancies
Physical Demands Summary
The physical demands of this position require the ability to regularly stand, walk, and move throughout athletic facilities for extended periods of time, including practices, competitions, training sessions, and recruiting activities. The position requires the ability to move pool lanes, starting blocks, and or water polo courses as needed. It also requires frequent verbal communication in indoor and outdoor athletic environments, often at elevated noise levels during practices and competitions.
The role involves occasional bending, reaching, kneeling, and lifting of equipment, supplies, or materials weighing up to 30 pounds. The Head Coach must be able to remain physically and mentally present and attentive for extended periods, including evenings and weekends.
The work environment includes pool decks, indoor and outdoor travel settings, and office spaces. The position requires sustained mental focus, decision-making under pressure, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic and fast-paced environments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Do the essential functions of this job require lifting?
Yes
If yes, list maximum weight and duration
Up to 30 pounds, including pool lanes, starting blocks, and or water polo courses.
Describe work environment
The work environment includes pool decks, indoor and outdoor travel settings, and office spaces. The position requires sustained mental focus, decision-making under pressure, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic and fast-paced environm
Duties
| Specific Duties |
TEAM LEADERSHIP and MANAGEMENT
- Lead, inspire, and mentor student-athletes for two separate (men’s and women’s) programs, fostering a competitive, disciplined, and positive team environment.
- Develop and implement strategies that promote competitive excellence, team cohesion, and individual growth and development.
- Set and maintain high performance standards that emphasize competitiveness, preparation, and accountability in and out of the pool.
- Enforce team rules, promote a culture of accountability, and provide guidance on both athletic and personal matters.
| | Percentage Of Time | 20% |
| Specific Duties |
RECRUITMENT
- Lead recruitment for both the men’s and women’s programs, identifying, evaluating, and enrolling 8–10 student-athletes per team annually to maintain sustainable and competitive rosters.
- Develop and execute a strategic recruiting plan that prioritizes athletes capable of contributing to the competitive success of both programs.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with high school coaches, club programs, and other recruiting contacts to expand the program’s reach and talent pipeline.
- Monitor and evaluate recruits’ performance and potential, ensuring incoming athletes strengthen team competitiveness and program sustainability.
- Ensure all recruitment activities comply with NCAA, conference, and institutional regulations, while advancing the program’s competitive goals.
| | Percentage Of Time | 20% |
| Specific Duties |
COACHING and COMPETETIVE STRATEGY
- Oversee all practice planning, training, and competition strategies for both programs, ensuring preparation aligns with program goals and competitive standards.
- Develop and execute practice plans, training programs, and meet strategies to make real-time tactical decisions that enhance competitiveness in swim and dive events.
- Provide individualized coaching that emphasizes technique, mental preparedness, and performance under pressure.
- Set and enforce performance expectations for athletes and staff, maintaining accountability, high standards, and a culture of competitiveness across both programs.
| | Percentage Of Time | 15% |
| Specific Duties |
STAFF and ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP
- Hire, supervise, and mentor assistant coaches and support staff, promoting professional development and a shared commitment to competitive excellence.
- Foster a collaborative, motivated coaching staff that models high performance standards and contributes to the overall success and reputation of both programs.
- Ensure effective communication and operational coordination within the coaching staff and athletic department to support a highly competitive and well-organized program.
- Manage administrative responsibilities related to both programs, including scheduling, travel logistics, budgeting, and compliance with institutional, conference, and departmental policies.
| | Percentage Of Time | 10% |
| Specific Duties |
COMPETITION AND POOL OPERATIONS
- Oversee all aspects of meet preparation and execution, ensuring the team is physically ready, mentally focused, and competitively prepared; representing both programs with professionalism and integrity at all home and away competitions.
- Coordinate the aquatics facility schedule, including team practices, classes, open swim for students/faculty/staff, Student Affairs events, and NCAA/SCIAC championship events, while navigating shared use of the pool with Bonita High School and with the City of La Verne.
- Hire, schedule, and supervise qualified lifeguards for home aquatics contests and events.
- Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs of equipment and inform the correct designees from ULV, Bonita High School, and the City of La Verne of ongoing repair or improvement needs, including capital needs.
- Coordinate or assist with pool setup, equipment, and other event logistics as needed to ensure smooth operations.
| | Percentage Of Time | 10% |
| Specific Duties |
BUDGET MANAGEMENT and OVERSIGHT
- Manage and oversee both program’s annual budget, ensuring financial resources are strategically allocated to support competitive success across coaching, facilities, equipment, recruitment, and travel.
- Collaborate with the athletic department’s administrative team to ensure adherence to budgetary guidelines and institutional/departmental financial policies.
- Monitor expenditures to maintain fiscal responsibility while maximizing the program’s operational and competitive efficiency.
- Identify and pursue external funding opportunities, including donations, sponsorships, and fundraising initiatives, to enhance the program’s financial sustainability and competitive resources.
| | Percentage Of Time | 8% |
| Specific Duties |
COMPLIANCE and INSTITUTIONAL ALIGNMENT
- Ensure full compliance with all NCAA, SCIAC, and University regulations, policies, and ethical standards governing intercollegiate athletics.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of recruitment guidelines, eligibility requirements, and other regulations relevant to the program.
- Work collaboratively with athletic administration to align both program’s goals, operations, and culture with the broader mission and values of the University.
- Uphold the highest standards of competitive integrity, academic responsibility, and professional conduct, promptly reporting any potential concerns or violations to the Director of Athletics, Deputy Director, or Compliance & Student Services Manager.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics or a designee assigned by the Director of Athletics.
| | Percentage Of Time | 7% |
| Specific Duties |
ACADEMIC OVERSIGHT
- Support student-athletes in meeting academic responsibilities and maintaining eligibility through regular communication with academic advisors.
- Encourage accountability and discipline in the classroom as part of a competitive and balanced student-athlete experience.
- Reinforce the importance of academic progress as a foundation for overall success in the program.
| | Percentage Of Time | 5% |
| Specific Duties |
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT and MEDIA RELATIONS
- Serve as the primary ambassador for the program, representing both teams at public events, media interviews, and community outreach programs.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with alumni, donors, sponsors, and local community partners to enhance the visibility and support of the program.
- Promote the Swim & Dive program through strategic communication and media initiatives that highlight both team’s competitive success, culture, and student-athlete achievements.
| | Percentage Of Time | 5% |
Salary Range
| Minimum: | $74,571 | | Maximum: | $85,464 |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | 2024-251180SA |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
The University of La Verne is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas at this time. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
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| Open Date | 04/28/2026 |
| Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | No |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
(Open Ended Question)
Do you have a minimum of 3 years of collegiate swim & dive coaching experience that includes instruction, program administration, and recruiting?
- Yes
- No
Are you able to travel extensively and work a flexible, nontraditional schedule, including evenings, weekends, and extended periods during recruitment and competitive seasons.?
- Yes
- No
Do you have experience supervising and training employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents 1. Resume
Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter
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