Assistant Coach, Men's & Women's Swimming

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati (UC), Department of Athletics seeks applications for an Assistant Coach in the Men’s and Women’s Swimming program. Several vacancies may be filled. These are full-time positions, salaried, with a comprehensive benefits package.

The successful candidate will report to the Head Coach and will be responsible for several administrative and organizational aspects of coaching, recruiting, and competition while following all departmental, university, conference, and NCAA policies and regulations.

Essential Functions

• Direct involvement with several administrative and organizational aspects of a sport program under the supervision of the Head Coach (i.e., coaching, practice, recruiting, strategy, planning travel, team meals, etc).
• Execute all coaching assignments and administrative responsibilities. May analyze data, chart plays and tendencies.
• Maintain current knowledge of and adhere to all University, NCAA and Conference Rules and Regulations, Policies and Procedures paying special attention to recruiting, eligibility, admissions and financial aid.
• May supervise assigned positional student-athletes in a coordinated and planned program of practices and competition, with a concern for the players’ health and welfare, physical and psychological preparation.
• May recruit and/or coordinate the recruitment of prospective academically and athletically qualified student-athletes
• Guide and actively encourage student-athletes to succeed academically, earn a degree and represent the university with integrity.
• May participate in public and alumni relations and promotions activities and assist in establishing and maintaining positive relations with the media.
• Assist the Head Coach in cultivating and soliciting donors to meet the fundraising goals as established by the Director of Athletics.
• Collaborate with support staff to implement and perform administrative tasks in line with program and departmental goals.
• May be required to drive a university vehicle and/or student-athletes.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.

Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree. Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Trainings/Certifications

Must be able to pass and maintain NCAA recruiting certification if required by sport program. Valid driver’s license.

Additional Qualifications Considered

The ideal candidate will have meet management technical experience and will be able to assist the head coach in all aspects of directing the swimming program. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of intercollegiate athletics rules and regulations of athletic associations and conferences including eligibility, recruiting, and certification. Strong organizational, oral, and written communication, time management, and interpersonal skills are also required. The position requires some evening and weekend hours.