Assistant Coach - Diving/Pool Manager

Northeastern University•Boston, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Coach- Diving will assist the head coach in maintaining a highly competitive Division I program to include recruitment of prospective student-athletes, practice and game coaching, fund raising, community service, off-season conditioning, and administrative tasks. The role also oversees the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and administration of Barletta Pool; oversees the hiring, training, testing, and certification of lifeguards; ensures that all appropriate water health and safety standards are maintained. Responsible for the continued assessment and upkeep of the pool; required to work on pre-determined weekends, mornings, and evenings to cover events throughout the year.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Two to four years of diving coaching and recruiting experience in Division I Women’s Swimming & Diving.
Thorough knowledge of recruiting practices and NCAA regulations.
Good organizational, communication, and time management skills.
Ability to take on multiple tasks and work independently or in a team setting.
Willingness to work nights and weekends.
Availability for travel depending on team schedules.
Currently hold/willing to obtain: Certification/Licensure American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification, American Red Cross Professional Rescuer, CPR/AED Instructor Certification, and National Swimming Pool Foundation Certified Pool Operator Certification.
Ability to recruit, supervise, and train employees, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
Knowledge of swimming pool water chemistry, temperature, and cleanliness standards.
Ability to inspect facility for risk management or maintenance concerns and identify resolutions.

Nice To Haves

Previous collegiate competition experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the head coach in maintaining a highly competitive Division I program.
Recruit prospective student-athletes.
Coach practices and games.
Participate in fund raising.
Engage in community service.
Oversee off-season conditioning.
Perform administrative tasks.
Oversee the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and administration of Barletta Pool.
Oversee the hiring, training, testing, and certification of lifeguards.
Ensure all appropriate water health and safety standards are maintained.
Assess and maintain the upkeep of the pool.
Work pre-determined weekends, mornings, and evenings to cover events throughout the year.