Head Swimming and Diving Coach

EXPIRED

Summary

Will direct all phases of the day-to-day operations of the BGSU swimming and diving program, including but not limited to: recruitment, instruction, development and competitive coaching of student-athletes. Also to include scheduling, coordination of travel, fundraising and camps, and to represent and promote the swimming and diving program within the established guidelines of BGSU, the Mid-American Conference and NCAA. The head coach must also have a commitment to the academic success of student-athletes, community engagement, positive public relations and the fiscal management of the program.

Essential Functions

Coaching and instruction for both practices and competitions – this includes off- season workouts

Summary

Will direct all phases of the day-to-day operations of the BGSU swimming and diving program, including but not limited to: recruitment, instruction, development and competitive coaching of student-athletes. Also to include scheduling, coordination of travel, fundraising and camps, and to represent and promote the swimming and diving program within the established guidelines of BGSU, the Mid-American Conference and NCAA. The head coach must also have a commitment to the academic success of student-athletes, community engagement, positive public relations and the fiscal management of the program.

Essential Functions

Coaching and instruction for both practices and competitions – this includes off- season workouts

Recruiting and communications with potential student-athletes and parents (includes: ARMS software, NCAA paperwork, travel, etc.)

Fundraising and maintaining relationships with Alumni and key stakeholders.

Hire, develop and evaluate assistant coaches

Promoting the program to the campus and community through public speaking and various community activities

Development and maintenance of annual budget (operations, recruiting, travel)

Arranging team travel and scheduling of opponents

Administer camps and clinics

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following Degree is required:

• Bachelor's Degree. Degree must be conferred at time of application.

The following Experience is required:

• 3 years of collegiate swimming coaching experience at the NCAA Division I, II, III or at an NAIA-affiliated institution

The following Experience is preferred:

• Head coaching experience

The following Licensure, Certifications, or Registration is required:

• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and comply with the University’s vehicle use policy.

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Organizational, Managerial skills
• Knowledge of NCAA rules/regulations
• Experience working and communicating with diverse groups of people
• Leadership, Supervisory skills
• Familiarity with higher education/university setting
• Problem-solving skills
• Creativity
• Knowledge of budgets, budgeting

Deadline to apply: The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by March 26, 2024.

Bowling Green State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer . We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.