PI177546473

Key Responsibilities:

• Administers Swimming & Diving and coordinates all related activities, which includes recruiting, scheduling, practice sessions, and equipment purchases in conjunction with the overall strategic plan for Athletics.
• Planning and coaching practice sessions and games; teaches advanced-level skills and game strategies.
• Identifies and recruits qualified student-athletes.
• Counsels students on general and sport-related matters. Refers students to appropriate sources, when necessary.
• Monitors academic progress of student athletes; collaborates with class deans; serves as a mentor to athletes helping to resolve academic and non-academic issues; makes him/herself available to coaches and players before, during, and after practices, games, and events. Establishes relationship with faculty and develops ongoing system of communication.
• Develops and maintains liaison relationship with Health Services, Residential Education, Student Activities and Leadership Programs, and other appropriate departments in order to facilitate program development and management for student athletes.
• Represents the College and Swimming & Diving at on and off campus events, including recruiting events, showcases, and alumni functions.
• Establishes and maintains relationship with regional and national athletic associations related to Swimming & Diving.
• Works to foster a positive relationship with alumni and parents to maintain connection with the College.
• Responsible for a portion of a budget ($1 - $250,000) and/or for monitoring and assisting with budget preparation and record keeping (not vouching).
• Serves on standing and ad hoc committees directly or indirectly related to Athletics.
• Assumes additional secondary responsibilities in the department as required by the Senior Director of Athletics and Athletic Advancement.

Supervises:

Assistant Coaches (1-3)

Education Requirements:

Minimum Level of Education Required: Bachelor's Degree

Position Knowledge/ Skills & Abilities Requirements:

• At least 5-7 years of coaching experience.
• Compliance with all NCAA, NEWMAC and Babson College rules.
• Current safety certifications (CPR/First Aid/AED) and Concussion recognition training required or must be obtained within the first three months of employment.
• Blood Bourne Pathogen training in compliance with OSHA regulations; must be maintained yearly throughout time in the position.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to communicate by telephone.
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Creates an environment where direct reports have the freedom and security to take initiative; deals with complexities with resilience, resourcefulness, and optimism; and appreciates open mindedness, creativity, and agility in thought and tactics.
• Embraces ideas and changes created by all community members.
• Works independently to solve problems; looks for opportunities to take on responsibility; takes thoughtful risks; and effectively acts on new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results.
• Anticipates and effectively handles change; demonstrates willingness to try new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions.

Working Conditions:

• Regular Physical Exertion, Walking and Exposure to weather required; Ability to travel; and light lifting required (50 pounds and under)
• Must have had a valid unrestricted U.S. Driver's License for one year, and maintain throughout employment an insurable (as determined by the College's insurer's criteria) or a satisfactory driving record; must successfully complete and pass the College's vehicle training program within the first 60 days of employment; annual or more frequent review of employee's driving record based on the College insurer's criteria; and safety training as required by management.
• Babson College requires all Babson faculty and staff members authorized to work on our campuses or any other property owned or controlled by the College to verify that they have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19. We have extended our vaccination policy to require a COVID-19 booster shot for all eligible community members as well. Faculty and staff must provide booster vaccination information upon hire or within 21 days of becoming eligible for a booster (unless granted a medical accommodation or religious exemption). Requests for medical accommodation or religious exemption should be addressed directly to Human Resources