Applications due 09/07/24
Job Description:
Date posted: August 25, 2024
Location: Gordon College, Wenham, MA, USA
Function: Under the direction of the Swimming Director, the Assistant Coach’s primary function includes the teaching and instructing of student-athletes in the areas of sport-specific technique, workout execution, teamwork, and safety in the sport of Swimming at Gordon College. The level of responsibility includes areas specific to Swimming and a responsibility to our student-athletes’ holistic well-being. The program’s success will be measured by student outcomes, competitive excellence, and by the ability to fulfill the college’s mission. This will be demonstrated by the mentoring of student-athletes, including teaching, and modeling the value of Christian competition and leadership.
Description of Duties and Tasks:
1. Responsible for the instruction and development of student-athletes, including sport-specific technique, strategic play, safety, and key aspects of their position.
2. In collaboration with the Director, the Assistant Coach is responsible for the leadership and development of student-athletes, including a highly competitive program, a well-developed academic support structure, as well as the discipleship of young student-athletes in the program to facilitate their spiritual growth.
3. Supports the Director in the recruitment and retention of quality student-athletes who understand and embrace the mission of Gordon College and of the Athletics Department. This requires attending Admissions-related functions, significant correspondence to inquiries, and travel to recruit prospective student-athletes.
4. Regularly attend department staff meetings and provide support for large departmental initiatives (including special events), spiritual development, game management, and alumni/fundraising activities.
5. Works in collaboration with the Director to monitor academic performance of student-athletes and collaborates with campus partners regarding discipleship, development, and retention of student-athletes within their specific sports program.
6. Performs other duties as assigned by the Swimming Director or Director of Athletics.
How to Apply
Email resume to [email protected] and Cc Brian Lane (Sport Supervisor for Men’s & Women’s Swimming) at [email protected]
Contact Information
255 Grapevine Road, Wenham, MA 01984
