Assistant Men's & Women's Swimming Coach

Bucknell University

19d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Men's and Women’s Swimming and Diving Coach is responsible for working closely with the Head Coach on managing and administering phases of these varsity intercollegiate sport programs. This position is part of the Department of Athletics and Recreation at Bucknell University, a member of the NCAA Division I (FCS in Football) and the Patriot League for 23 of 27 varsity sports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Lifeguard Certifications
• Ability to stand, walk, and move continuously for extended periods during practices, meets, and training sessions
• Ability to lift, carry, and move equipment, sometimes up to 50 pounds
• Ability to kneel, crouch, bend, and reach
• Ability to work in various indoor climates, and on varying surfaces

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree
• USA Swimming Coach Certification
• Up to 1 year of experience competing and/or coaching at the collegiate level

Responsibilities

• Assists with player training, including developing and implementing competitive performance strategies and practices.
• Motivates and encourages players to work hard, analyze their performance, and implement improvements.
• Provides academic guidance and support to players.
• Schedules practices, informs players of the schedule, submits applications for competitions, and collects statistics on player performance.
• Ensures that players, equipment, and facilities are well-prepared and organized.
• Scouts new recruits and collaborates with the head coach to guide prospective student-athletes.
• Assists in making travel arrangements and travels with team to competitions.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options determined by role
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)
• Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves.
• Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children.
• Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level