Men's & Women's Waterpolo Assistant Coach (81130)

Iona University • New Rochelle, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Iona University seeks an Assistant Men's and Women's Water Polo coach to assist in developing, promoting and supervising all facets of the Universities men’s and women’s water polo program. They will also assist the head Coach on overseeing the academic excellence of all student athletes that are involved with the program and to assist in recruiting quality student athletes for the future of the men’s and women’s water polo program.

Requirements

• B.S. degree required from a recognized university.
• Minimum of one years of collegiate men’s and women’s water polo coaching experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Competence in leadership, and decision making
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong initiative, detail and follow up skills with students, athletes, and staff members
• Demonstrates professional image on and off the field
• Skills in counseling and mentoring athletes
• Proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Word

Responsibilities

• Ensures that all relevant institutional, conference and NCAA rules and regulations are followed including, but not limited to: player eligibility, recruiting, financial student aid, scheduling and academic progress
• Recruit quality athletes capable of pursuing the baccalaureate degree in accordance with the rules and regulations of the governing bodies and in such a manner that reflects the best interests of the program and the university
• Participate in annual continuing education pertaining to NCAA rules
• Relate in a positive and effective manner with officials, opponents’ coaching staff, high school coaches, parents, media and the public
• Demonstrate sincere interest and provide strong leadership in the personal, athletics, and academic development of student athletes
• Provide information relating to the accomplishments and endeavors of the team and individual team members to Sports Information
• Assist the Head Men’s and Women’s water polo Coach in preparing eligibility documentation for submittal to the Associate Athletics Director – Compliance
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested by the Head Men’s and Women’s water polo Coach

What This Job Offers

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