Assistant Men’s & Women’s Swimming Coach

Job Description:

Date posted: June 28, 2023

Location: 1870 Quaker Way, Wilmington, OH, USA

Wilmington College, an NCAA Division III four-year private institution in Wilmington, Ohio, invites applications for the position of Assistant Men’s & Women’s Swimming Coach. This is a full-time (10 month) position with excellent benefits. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Reporting to the Head Men’s & Women’s Swimming Coach and Senior Director of Athletics, the successful candidate will assist with the successful development of student-athletes both in the classroom and in the pool. Additionally, candidates will provide instruction in the personal development of student-athletes in a manner which reflects Wilmington’s commitment to competitiveness and ethical behavior. This position is responsible for assisting the head coach with the development, leadership, and administration of all aspects of a successful NCAA Division III men’s & women’s swimming program. Duties include but are not limited to; recruitment of quality student-athletes while maintaining roster expectations, assist with the development and meeting of fundraising goals that support the men’s & women’s swimming budget, assist with the planning and execution of competitive swimming strategies, scheduling of meets, assist with the supervision of team members during off-campus trips, arrange transportation and lodging, and assist with managing the programs operating budget.

Required Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree is required. Proven successful coaching experience; proven experience in recruiting successful student-athletes, experience and skills in training or instructing student-athletes; demonstrated leadership experience in team management, excellent interpersonal communication skills; ability to analyze situations and develop solutions; ability to travel and work non-traditional hours; ability to foster positive internal and external public relations. Lifeguard certification or willingness to gain certification within the first month of employment.

 

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to: Libby Hayes, Director of Human Resources, [email protected] and Trip Breen, Head Men’s and Women’s Swimming Coach, [email protected].

Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.

 

 

 

 

Contact Information

Trip Breen

1870 Quaker Way
Wilmington, Ohio 45177

phone: 937-481-2212