Head Coach, Mens and Womens Swimming & Aquatics Director

REGIS COLLEGE•Weston, MA

2d•$55,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Head coaching responsibilities include management of all facets of the Men’s and Women’s Swimming & Diving program including but not limited to coaching/teaching; recruiting; budget management; administration; scheduling of competitions; team travel; weekly practice sessions; hiring and supervision of assistant coaches/interns; community service; student development; and compliance with NCAA, conference, and University rules and regulations. Serve as Aquatics Director with responsibility for the overall operation of the swimming pool and pool programming including arrangements with outside rental groups and teams. Teach courses in swimming and related areas. This is a full-time, 12-month position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred.
Strong organizational skills and computer literacy, including familiarity with EMR software.
Appropriate certifications in First Aid/CPR and AED are required within an appropriate time of hire and must be completed (per NCAA regulations) before the beginning of the competitive season.
Acquire and maintain a current Certified Pool Operator’s License.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with various constituencies.
Ability to work a flexible and irregular schedule.
Ability to work well as a team member or independently.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks with attention to detail, problem solving and follow-through to consistently meet expectations and deadlines.
Strong management skills and mentoring ability for interns and assistants.
Ability to uphold the University’s commitment to inclusive excellence in a diverse educational community.

Responsibilities

Develop a program of athlete recruitment commensurate with the aims and goals of Regis College and appropriate for a member of the NCAA, Division III.
Plan and coordinate practice and swim meet plans for intercollegiate competition.
Determine policies and procedures for team selection and athlete participation.
Make recommendations about meet schedules and budget for the team.
Track the academic progress of the swimming & diving student athletes and provide appropriate advice and assistance to help ensure the successful completion of each student-athlete’s stated program of study.
Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising program to raise funds necessary to offset non-budgeted expenses and training trips.
Organize community service projects for the swimming & diving student athletes to complete per the mission of the NCAA, the Regis Athletics department and Regis College.
Evaluate meet officials as required.
Evidence a thorough understanding of the rules and regulations governing swimming & diving competition at the collegiate level and adhere to the rules and standards established by Regis College, the Great Northeast Athletics Conference, and the NCAA (Division III).
Participate in Athletics staff meetings or functions and complete other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
Direct the overall operation of the swimming pool including maintenance, equipment, budget, safety/risk management, staffing and programming, and facility operations.
Negotiate, prepare, and administer contracts for all outside pool rentals.
Schedule, communicate, coordinate access, and serve as main contact to all internal and external pool usage.
Hire, onboard, train, supervise, evaluate, and retain student and part-time employed lifeguards.
Verify lifeguard certification, maintain personnel records, and coordinate payroll approval of lifeguard staff.
Advise and collaborate with Facilities staff on daily pool operations, facility inspections, equipment maintenance, and repairs and preventative maintenance.
Order, inventory, and maintain pool equipment, rescue equipment, chemicals, and operational supplies.
Assist in the formulation of policy, rules and regulations for the pool area ensuring compliance with all local, state and federal regulations.
Maintain use records and prepare reports related to the aquatics area.
Maintain an effective and positive relationship with pool users.
Select, supervise, and evaluate graduate intern and all support staff for the men’s and women’s swimming & diving programs.
Complete management of lifeguard staff.