Assistant Swimming and Diving Coach & Coordinator of Swim Lessons

Applications due 08/20/24

Job Description:

Date posted: July 31, 2024

Location: 1220 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, USA

Coe College seeks qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Swimming and Diving Coach & Coordinator of Swim Lessons.  This position will provide assistant swimming and diving coach duties assigned by the Head Coach within the spirit, policies, and rules of Coe College, the American Rivers Conference, and the NCAA III in a manner that will further the fitness, wellness, personal, social, and academic development of Coe students. As the Swim Lessons Coordinator this position will be responsible for overseeing the overall operations of Learn-To-Swim Program.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

  • Vigorously recruit students, including telephone recruiting, off-campus recruiting, and on-campus recruiting as assigned by the Head Coach.
  • Plan, organize, and supervise the activities as assigned by the Head Coach.
  • Attend all swimming lesson sessions to supervise and answer parent/participant questions.
  • Set up and track registrations for each Learn-To-Swim session.
  • Hire, train, schedule, and evaluate instructors and provide constructive feedback.
  • Assist in the Supervision and Management of the aquatics facility including maintaining any certifications required by the Director of Aquatics.
  • Additional Responsibilities assigned by the Director of Athletics or Director of Auxiliary Services.

Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor’s degree is required.
  • Previous experience working with swim lessons required.
  • Previous coaching experience and the certifications preferred:
    • Lifeguarding
  • Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
  • Successful completion of a background and driver checks in accordance with Coe College policy.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

Position Specific:

  • Work harmoniously with coaches of all sports teams, athletic staff members, faculty members, and college administrators.
  • Exhibit exemplary personal conduct and character traits.
  • Serve as a role model for student-athletes.
  • Ability to interact with diverse groups of through a variety of situations.
  • High level of emotional maturity/positive attitude and communication skills.

Coe Competencies:

  • Dedication to the educational mission of a private, residential liberal arts college.
  • Ability to maintain positive relationships in a collaborative and diverse team atmosphere.
  • Commitment to excellent customer and/or student service.
  • Demonstrated ethical and responsible decision making.
  • Consistent attendance and accountability necessary to meet position objectives.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

  • Weekend and evening hours required.
  • Travel required.
  • Occasional lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs.
  • Frequent twist, bend, stoop and climb.
  • Ability to swim and navigate the pool and its surroundings.

How to Apply

https://www.coe.edu/why-coe/discover-coe/human-resources/careers

Contact Information

Joe Tristan, Head Swimming & Diving Coach, Director or Aquatics

Coe College
Attn: Joe Tristan
1220 First Avenue NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

phone: 319-399-8653