Sport Club Head Coach - Men's Water Polo

Job Description

Job Description

GENERAL PURPOSE: 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary Functions

• 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

Customer Service and Collaboration

• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with various A.S. and University departments
• Represents the team and Associated Students/SDSU in a professional manner at all times
• Maintains positive and effective working relationships with all athletes and staff

Safety

• 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

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum & Preferred Requirements Education:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred

Experience:

• Proficient knowledge of Aztec Recreation programs, facilities, and policies required
• Knowledge Microsoft applications and Aztec Recreation website required
• 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

License & Certification:

• American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification required
• Valid California Drivers' License and proof of automobile insurance are required

Trainings:

• Must be completed within 30 days of hire
  • Anti-Harassment Training for Supervisors
  • Workplace Violence Prevention
  • Data Security & Privacy
  • Gender Awareness Training
• Must complete a Defensive Driving Course
• Attend all mandatory Aztec Recreation/Sport Club Staff meetings and trainings as directed

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• 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)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• 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

SCHEDULE & WORKING CONDITIONS

This is a part-time hourly position. Flexibility and willingness to work up to 25 hours per week; employee schedules vary according to team needs throughout the academic year.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work conditions may vary depending upon the location of programs; programs may occur indoors and outdoors, therefore requiring exposure to a variety of elements. While working indoors, the environment may involve exposure to various elements including but not limited to: extreme cold, ice, lighting and temperature are adequate, and hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, chemicals, etc.

While working outdoors, the work environment may involve exposure to various elements including but not limited to: sun, heat/cold, wind, rain, weather, dust, pollens and other environmental risks.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

Physical requirements include but are not limited to: walking, walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, climbing, and working in confined space. Work may require standing and moving for extended periods.

RELATIONSHIPS

Inside the Organization:

• Reports to the AS/SDSU Competitive Sports Coordinator
• Interacts with the Aztec Recreation Assistant Director, Competitive Sports Supervisor, Competitive Sport Program Leads, Competitive Sports Office Assistants and Sport Club Supervisors
• Interfaces with other Aztec Recreation Staff, Aquaplex Staff, Sport Club Coaches, and Athletic Training Staff

Outside the Organization:

• Related University Personnel
• Sport Governing Body
• Other Universities and Colleges
• Professional Organizations

EMPLOYMENT CATEGORY: This is a part-time hourly position at $22.00 per hour

A Background Check (including a criminal records check) and Live Scan must be completed
satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered this position with Associated Students. Failure
to satisfactorily complete the background check and livescan may affect the application status of applicants or
continued employment of current Associated Students employees who apply for the position.

MVR and DMV record review is required for positions that drive university vehicles and/or
passengers for program related trips.