Wittenberg University is seeking applications for an Assistant Coach for Swimming & Diving and Aquatics Coordinator. This individual will assist the head coach in leading all aspects of an NCAA Division III Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving program, as well as lead the operational aspects of the aquatics operations. This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt-level position reporting to the Head Swimming & Diving Coach.
Essential functions include, but are not limited to:
Assist the head coach with practice and game-day preparation and execution.
Evaluate, recruit, and graduate student-athletes.
Oversee and manage aquatics operations including but not limited to hiring and training of lifeguard staff, and monitoring the aquatics facility.
Maintain and ensure student-athlete academic integrity.
Interact effectively and appropriately with student-athletes, parents, alumni, faculty, peers, community members, and administrators.
Conduct student-worker hiring, training, and supervision.
Adhere to NCAA, conference, departmental, and university policies, procedures, and expectations.
Perform other relevant duties as assigned such as special projects, programs, developmental activities, etc.
Job Requirements:
For this position, we require that candidates have a bachelor's degree and at least 1-3 years of previous collegiate coaching or playing experience with the post position. The successful candidate must be lifeguard certified. Candidates must possess excellent organizational and communication skills, be able to interact effectively and appropriately with student-athletes, parents, alumni, faculty, peers, community members, and administrators. Knowledge in the following areas is preferred: Microsoft Office, athletic video and performance review software (i.e. Hudl, Synergy), social media platforms, and recruiting software (i.e. Frontrush).
Travel is required as well as evening, night, and weekend work.
A valid driver's license is required; must meet required insurance qualifications found in Wittenberg Motor Pool policies and procedures. If license is from out of state, successful candidate will need to obtain a valid Ohio driver's license within 30 days of hire date.
Additional Information:
Wittenberg is committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified individuals who collectively reflect the diversity of our student body and society at-large. Please see our notice of nondiscrimination housed on our website.
The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.
Employment at Wittenberg University is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).
A Lutheran-affiliated liberal arts college in the heart of Southwest Ohio, Wittenberg is nationally recognized for accessible professors, engaging classroom experiences, service opportunities, and valued athletics traditions. Wittenberg University is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive employee benefits package that attracts and retains talent to further the university's mission and contributes to the personal and financial well-being of employees and their families.