Graduate Assistant

Job Description:

Date posted: March 20, 2025

Location: 620 Michigan Ave NE, Washington, DC 20064, USA

The Catholic University of America is seeking qualified applicants for the position of
Graduate Assistant for Swimming and Diving. Catholic University is located in
Washington, D.C. and competes in the Landmark Conference. The successful
candidate will assist in coaching the swimming and diving program within the philosophy
and guidelines set forth by Catholic University, the NCAA, and the Landmark
Conference

Applicants must be accepted and enrolled in a Graduate Program at the Catholic
University of America. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited University as well as a
valid driver’s license are required. Previous collegiate playing, coaching/managing, or
recruiting experience at an NCAA institution is highly preferred. Applicants must be
open to working a combination of mornings, nights, and weekends, with travel for
competition and training expected throughout the year.

Duties include but are limited to:

  •  Practice and game preparation, including assisting with line-ups, creating practice
    plans, and running practice sessions (in the pool and in weight room).
  • Coordination of team travel.
  • Student-athlete academic counseling.
    Coordination of community service projects.
  • Managing team social media.
  • Assistant in recruiting student-athletes, including emails, phone calls, and on
    campus visits.
  • Other duties assigned by the Head Coach and Athletic Department Senior
    Leadership.

    This position provides a stipend and graduate tuition waiver each year (except for the
    Columbus School of Law and PhD programs). University fees are not included as part
    of the tuition waiver.
    Applicants should provide a cover letter, current resume, and list of three professional
    references to Head Swimming and Diving Coach John Bodden at [email protected].

How to Apply

Applicants should provide a cover letter, current resume, and list of three professional
references to Head Swimming and Diving Coach John Bodden at [email protected].

Contact Information

John Bodden

phone: 2023309493