Job Description Summary

The part-time Assistant Coach for Swimming and Diving is responsible for assisting the Director of Aquatics/Head Swim Coach in implementing and directing all phases of a competitive NCAA Division II Swimming and Diving program at Bentley University.

Essential Duties

• Assist the Head Coach with planning, organizing, and conducting daily training sessions for NCAA Division II student-athletes.
• Lead practices and specialty training groups as assigned.
• Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes who can contribute academically and athletically to the Bentley Swimming & Diving program.
• Maintain regular communication with prospective student-athletes and families through phone calls, email, text messaging, and recruiting databases.
• Assist with recruiting visits, admissions coordination, and other recruiting-related administrative responsibilities.
• Support program operations including travel preparation, meet management, roster management, equipment inventory, and other administrative duties as assigned.
• Monitor student-athlete welfare, academic progress, and adherence to Bentley University, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Adhere to all conference and NCAA rules and requirements relevant to the conduct of the intercollegiate program.

Other Duties

• Run specialty practices when assigned by the Head Coach.
• Assist with recruiting outreach and relationship building with prospective student-athletes.
• Assist with administrative projects that support the day-to-day operation of the swimming and diving program.
• Perform additional coaching and administrative duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• 1+ years of coaching experience and/or participation in the sport itself at the varsity level.
• Intercollegiate experience and participation in the sport at the varsity level preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of innovative and proven coaching strategies and techniques.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and commitment to maintaining a positive team environment.
• Commitment to student-athlete welfare and NCAA compliance.
• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and limited overnight travel.
• Must hold and maintain a valid, unrestricted United States driver’s license, with an insurable driving history as determined by Bentley’s insurance carrier.