Head Coach, Swimming/Diving and Director, Aquatics

Le Moyne College • Syracuse, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Le Moyne College is seeking a Head Coach, Swimming/Diving and Director, Aquatics to lead a comprehensive, high-quality NCAA Division I athletic program. This role involves assessing and implementing strategies to enhance team and individual athletic and academic performance, fostering a culture of holistic personal growth for student-athletes, and managing all swimming pool activities as the College's Aquatic Director. The position requires a balance of instructional duties and recruitment/administrative/fiscal management tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in the conduct of a collegiate level swimming program with proven success in recruiting high quality student athletes and/or equivalent related experiences.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply NCAA and conference rules as they pertain to the men's and women's swimming programs.
• Must be First Aid/CPR/AED certified.
• Must complete all required NCAA DI Institute modules prior to participating in off-campus recruiting activities and countable athletically related activities.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills needed.
• Must possess a valid, current U.S. driver’s license.
• Must have reliable transportation or the ability to rent a vehicle when needed to travel to recruiting sites.
• May need to drive campus vehicles for local events.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree highly desirable.
• Certificates for Certified Pool Operator, Lifeguard/CPR/AED, and Water Safety Instructor.
• Preferred certificates in Lifeguard Instructor and Instructor Trainer.
• Preferred professional certifications with the College Swim Coaches Association of America and/or the American Swim Coaches Association.
• Preferred Aquatic Director experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess, implement, and evaluate strategies to enhance team and individual performance and sportsmanship.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to student-athletes.
• Prepare individuals and the team for competition.
• Coordinate with the Peak Performance Team (Strength and Conditioning, Sports Medicine, Nutrition, Mental Health) for comprehensive training programs.
• Manage game operations, including facility and equipment setup, officials, statisticians, and travel arrangements.
• Ensure program compliance with all NCAA, conference, and institutional policies, rules, and regulations.
• Submit all budget requests, documentation, and receipts according to policy, and monitor program budgets.
• Strategically award and monitor athletics grants in aid to support academic progress.
• Identify, recruit, and retain athletically and academically talented prospective student-athletes.
• Assist with gender equity planning and Title IX compliance.
• Promote and offer experiential learning, internship, and work-study opportunities.
• Respond to inquiries from prospective student-athletes, coaches, and parents.
• Maintain accurate recruiting records.
• Provide academic support and monitor the academic progress of student-athletes.
• Participate in college and department committees and events.
• Complete all required online educational and training modules.
• Respond to media requests and work with Athletic Communications.
• Support and participate in fundraising activities, cultivating donor relationships and meeting development targets.
• Supervise and evaluate assistant coaches.
• Schedule and staff all pool functions, activities, and events.
• Develop and coordinate a comprehensive pool maintenance program.
• Hire, staff, and supervise lifeguards.
• Maintain pool safety equipment.
• Engage in professional development opportunities, including attending conferences.
• Work cooperatively with all members of the Athletic Department and other campus or community offices.
• Demonstrate and role-model Le Moyne's mission-based competencies.
• Strengthen digital literacy skills.
• Support cura personalis by treating all individuals with dignity, professionalism, and kindness.
• Promote cura apostolica by aligning professional goals with college's strategic goals.
• Maintain excellent work attendance, reliability, and work ethic.
• Attend and participate in required meetings and training sessions.
• Comply with all Le Moyne policies, procedures, and codes of conduct.
• Complete all required federal, state, institution, and department trainings.
• Engage in a planned program of professional development.
• Continually maintain skills and knowledge relative to the position and technology industry.
• Perform a variety of related duties as assigned.
• Identify and cultivate a community partnership with a service-based organization.

Benefits

• 403(b) Retirement contribution- (9.5% Employer match)
• Generous tuition coverage
• Health insurance options- (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts)
• Health Savings Accounts- (Partially Employer funded)
• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance- (Employer paid)
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
• Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary benefits- (Legal, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance etc.)
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous time off package
• 35 hour work week

What This Job Offers

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