Sport Club Head Coach - Men’s Water Polo

Associated Students, San Diego State University•San Diego, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the AS/SDSU Competitive Sports Coordinator, the Men's Water Polo Head Coach will be responsible for the supervision of all aspects of the competitive water polo program to include teaching; administration; dryland and deck coaching at all team events and functions. The position will be responsible for the safety and well-being of the participants in the program by enforcing policies and procedures as needed. The position averages 10-18 hours per week and requires availability for evening and some weekend hours. The Men's Water Polo Head Coach is responsible for the enforcement of rules, policies, and procedures as outlined in the Sport Club Handbook as well as all duties associated with coaching a collegiate club program. The successful candidate will be expected to enforce and comply with all policies and procedures established by Associated Students/SDSU, the Sport Club Program and the Collegiate Water Polo Association (CWPA) while serving as a positive role model for the program and SDSU.

Requirements

Proficient knowledge of Aztec Recreation programs, facilities, and policies required
Knowledge Microsoft applications and Aztec Recreation website required
American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification required
Valid California Drivers' License and proof of automobile insurance are required
Must complete a Defensive Driving Course
Attend all mandatory Aztec Recreation/Sport Club Staff meetings and trainings as directed
Must professionally represent the Associated Students and San Diego State University at all times
Must be able to successfully fulfill the Essential Duties of this job description and meet performance expectations
Must be able to work with confidential items and understand the importance of confidentiality in project work
Must be capable of maintaining positive working relationships with staff and athletes
Must be able to exercise tact and exhibit sound professional judgment
Must be able to work well with different work styles
Strong organizational skills required
Must be able to follow verbal and written directions and follow projects through to completion
Commitment to adhere to all the policies, rules, and regulations of Associated Students/SDSU, Aztec Recreation and CWPA (Collegiate Water Polo Association)
Demonstrated commitment to student success and ability to recruit, train, and evaluate collegiate student athletes
Have a strong coaching background with an emphasis on skill development and leadership
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with student athletes, team officers, coaches, administrators and alumni
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle difficult situations involving participants with patience, good judgment, and with diplomacy is expected

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree preferred
Knowledge and/or participation of Aztec Recreation programs and facilities preferred
Has played competitive water polo at the collegiate level
Has experience coaching in the high school level or above water polo program

Responsibilities

Complies with all job expectations as outlined in the Associated Students/SDSU Sport Club Coaching Agreement
Ensures individual and program compliance with all policies and procedures of Associated Students/SDSU and Aztec Recreation
Ensures safety of all team members, coaches and equipment is the top priority at all times
Represents the team and Associated Students/SDSU in a professional manner at all times
Works collaboratively with team officers and administrators to develop and achieve program priorities
Achieves team recruiting goals
Designs and implements practice schedules and training schemes for morning and/or afternoon practices
Ensures scheduled practices begin and end on time
Works with coaches from other programs and the CWPA to coordinate scrimmages and competitions
Assists with the necessary equipment maintenance and repairs
Maintains team's positive community standing
Assists in the outreach to alumni to recruit support for the team
Follows and understands of the Collegiate Water Polo Association (CWPA) and the NCAA rules and regulations
Represents the team in regional or national meetings with other coaches or organizations
Performs other duties as assigned
Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with various A.S. and University departments
Maintains positive and effective working relationships with all athletes and staff
Ensures all operations are conducted with safety of staff and customers as first priority, and in accordance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan and other safety policies
Adheres to Associated Students' Code of Safe Practices
Reports accidents to supervisor and reviews changes required to avoid reoccurrence
Ensures completion proper documentation is completed for each accident (employee and/or non-employee) and forwards to supervisor
Reports maintenance problems and/or broken and unsafe equipment to the appropriate party immediately