Director/Head Coach Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving

Director/Head Coach Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving Posting Number: 494020 Type of Position: Full‑time Location: Poughkeepsie, NY Salary/Pay Rate: $75,000 - $80,000 Job Summary: The Athletics Department at Marist University invites applications for a full‑time, 12‑month position as Director and Head Coach, Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving. This position will report to the Director of Athletics. The Director and Head Coach of Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving is responsible for leading all phases of the program in accordance with all rules and regulations of the NCAA, The Metro Conference, and Marist University. As the Head Coach, the responsibilities include but are not limited to: recruiting qualified student‑athletes who can compete in a highly selective academic environment, coaching, hiring and managing assistant coaches, scheduling of games, supporting the academic progress of student‑athletes; preparing and managing the budget; scheduling and conducting practice sessions; and, implementing strategies for developing and motivating student‑athletes to perform at maximum levels. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree 3–5 years of relevant work experience Valid driver's license with no serious convictions Essential Functions Evaluation and recruitment of qualified student‑athletes with the potential for academic and athletic success. Oversee the plan for each men’s and women’s swimming season, including competitive schedule and practices, i.e., scheduling facilities, administration of practice schedule, overseeing travel arrangements for away competition, any necessary communication with officials. Ensure compliance of the program with all NCAA, The Metro Conference, and Marist University rules, regulations, and policies. Supervise and evaluate head diving coach and assistant men’s and women’s swimming coaches and other staff as assigned. Direct and coordinate the activities of assistant coaches in recruiting, team management and practice and game planning. Manage operating budget. Determine fiscal requirements and prepare budgetary recommendations; monitor, verify and reconcile expenditures of budgeted funds. Assist as needed to raise funds to support the men’s and women’s swimming program and Department. Take part in scheduled compliance education sessions; maintain Lifeguard Certification. Attend and participate, in full regalia, the undergraduate commencement ceremonies at the end of each academic year. Preferred Qualifications Graduate degree Required Application Documents Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References Benefits The position includes a comprehensive benefit package. Benefits include: 3 weeks of paid vacation. 4 weeks of paid vacation starting in the 6th year of employment. Unlimited paid sick time. 14+ paid holidays per year. Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD). Life insurance. Generous short‑term and long‑term disability programs and workers compensation. 403(b) defined contribution plan: First 6 years: university contributes 7.5%, employee contributes a mandatory 4%. University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years. Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7 and remains 1% thereafter. Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University. 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available; voluntary up to IRS maximum contribution. Tuition Benefits: Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credits per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26. University pays 100% tuition only. Eligible dependents may be reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution. *Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University. Equal Employment Statement Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of all members of the Marist community. Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups. The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups. Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University. It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Marist University