Assistant Men’s & Women’s Swim and Dive Coach

University of Chicago • Hyde Park, IL

2d • $40,000 - $45,000

About The Position

The University of Chicago is a member of the University Athletic Association and the NCAA (Division III). The University sponsors 20 varsity sports. The Department of Athletics & Recreation maintains an environment that supports the student athletes' commitment to thriving academically and athletically. A diverse, challenging athletic program supplements the rigorous academic curriculum. The lessons learned through athletic endeavors represent an invaluable part of the nonacademic aspects of a holistic education. Achieving this goal is based on a commitment to excellence. Assist the Head Men's/Women's Swimming and Diving Coach in all aspects of coaching and teaching for an NCAA Division III sport program. Teach and coach student athletes, recruit highly selective prospective students, develop and implement season training and workout plan, lead physical training (including dryland), organize and run swimming practices, and assist in all facets of aquatics management.

Requirements

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree.
• Two years of significant and relevant teaching/coaching experience in Aquatics at the professional, collegiate, or high school level.
• Significant collegiate swimming and or coaching experience.
• American Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR/AED-PR, and LGI.
• Computer skills in Hy-Tek and DiveMeets meet management.
• Work effectively on a computer using Word, Excel, and Publisher.
• Physical ability to swim and carry out a water rescue.
• React responsibly in an emergency situation.
• Enforce pool regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Head Coach in the planning, creation, and implementation of a season training plan and daily workouts, including dryland and weight training.
• Manages the recruiting database and takes the lead in planning and overseeing all aspects of recruiting.
• Assists the Head Coach in all aspects of team administration and management.
• Aids in the set-up and running of all varsity swimming and diving competitions and any non-varsity competitions and events held in the pool.
• Manages and oversees the Master’s Swimming program and other aquatics programs as assigned (i.e. Community Swim School and Private Swim Lessons).
• Assists the Director of Aquatics in the day-to-day operations of an Olympic-size pool and other aquatics-related duties as assigned.
• Serves on departmental committees.
• Experience with Colorado Timing System.
• Extensive domestic travel is required for competitions and recruiting.
• Secondary departmental responsibilities will be assigned by the Athletic Director.
• Has a moderate/high level of authority to participate in staff meetings, individual planning meetings, and parent-student staffing.
• Helps staff to plan and execute events.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Benefits

• The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees