SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Head Swim Coach and Athletic Director as appropriate
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Student athletes as appropriate
POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Swimming Coach is responsible to support the efforts in conducting a representative program in the sport. Duties specified below will be the specific responsibilities for which the Assistant Swimming Coach will be paid. To provide the Assistant Swimming Coach with additional opportunity for involvement and professional growth, a variety of other activities (for example, recruiting, team meetings, scouting, etc.) will be offered to the Assistant Swimming Coach for participation on a voluntary basis. If an Assistant Swimming Coach elects to participate in any additional activities on behalf of the individual sport or the Athletic Department, it is with the understanding that these are strictly voluntary actions that will not result in additional compensable hours.
This position is also eligible to participate in tuition remission for up to two courses per semester, subject to approval. More information on the educational benefits and tuition remission policies may be referenced here.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist Head Coach with practice organization, game planning, and game day coaching.
- Assist Head Coach with all phases of recruiting: identifying and attracting prospects to Moravian University, evaluating prospects through film and school visits.
- Assist with scheduling of prospect campus visits, and home visits.
- Assist with assisting in the development of student-athletes by advising, educating, and motivating.
- Help Head Coach with team building and character development of student-athletes.
- Assist with administrative duties including: academic supervision of team members, travel arrangements for away games, recruiting data and other duties as assigned.
- Help lead Head Coach with other coaching, recruiting and/or administrative responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the head coach.
- Performs other duties and special projects that may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: A Bachelor's degree and related professional experience, or a combination of experiences leading to similar qualification, required.
- Experience: Coaching at the intercollegiate level preferred; related coaching experience in other areas/levels considered (directly related personal experience or college courses may be substituted equally for up to one year’s experience); or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential to deal with all constituencies within and outside of the University community including but not limited to students, parents, staff, and faculty.
- Flexibility of time necessary to make commitment to varying time needs of the position.
- Certified Lifeguard, CPR, AED & First Aid Training, or current USA Swimming Coach certification.
TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should attach their cover letter and resume to the online application by clicking “Apply Now”. Please attach documents as a PDF file.
Moravian University’s mission is to prepare individuals for reflective lives and leadership in a world of change. In support of this mission, we are dedicated to fostering an educational and professional environment that is enriched by individuals of varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
As part of Moravian University’s institutional values, all employees contribute to upholding our Community Standards and Expectations, which emphasize respectful engagement, accountability, inclusion, and lifelong learning.
Moravian University is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment or retaliation against any applicant for employment or admission on the basis of a characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please see Moravian University’s Equal Opportunity and Title IX nondiscrimination statement for additional information.
Please visit moravian.edu/benefits to review benefits offered at Moravian University*
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.
The individual is routinely exposed to indoor conditions and outdoor weather and temperature extremes, and moderate noise level.
We welcome applicants of all abilities and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. If you need any accommodations during the hiring process or in your role, we encourage you to reach out to Human Resources at hr@moravian.edu or 610.861.1527. View the standard physical demands for positions at Moravian University.
The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.
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