Assistant Coach, Swimming & Diving and Aquatics Coordinator

Assistant Coach Swimming & Diving and Aquatics Coordinator

About Wittenberg University:

In surveying the grounds of what is now Wittenberg University the Rev. Ezra Keller the colleges first president and founder remarked: This is a lovely spot for a literary institution. Today that lovely spot encompasses more than 100 acres of rolling hills and hollows in southwestern Ohio with architecturally distinctive structures that embrace Wittenbergs past and provide a beautiful backdrop to the teaching excellence and Lutheran-affiliated learning environment that has defined Wittenberg University since its founding in 1845. Nationally recognized for accessible professorsengaging classroom experiences service opportunities and valued athletics traditionsWittenberg is home to 1500 students 60 majors minors and special programsthree graduate programs and 25 varsity sports.

Wittenberg University is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive employee benefits package that attracts and retains talent to further the universitys mission and contributes to the personal and financial well-being of employees and their families. From healthcare to our tuition benefit to vacation and holidays our goal is to help our employees enjoy happy and healthy lifestyles while maintaining a good work-life balance. Click hereto learn more about Wittenbergs employee benefits.

Job Description:

Wittenberg University is seeking applications for an Assistant Coach for Swimming & Diving and Aquatics Coordinator. This individual will assist the head coach in leading all aspects of an NCAA Division III Mens and Womens Swimming & Diving program as well as lead the operational aspects of the aquatics operations. This is a full-time 12-month exempt-levelposition reporting to the Head Swimming & DivingCoach.

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Assist the head coach with practice and game-day preparation and execution.

• Evaluate recruit and graduate student-athletes.

• Oversee and manage aquatics operations including but not limited to hiring and training of lifeguard staffand monitoring the aquatics facility.

• Maintain and ensure student-athlete academic integrity.

• Interact effectively and appropriately with student-athletes parents alumni faculty peers community members and administrators.

• Conduct student-worker hiring training and supervision.

• Adhere to NCAA conference departmental and university policies procedures and expectations.

• Perform other relevant duties as assigned such as special projects programs developmental activities etc.

Requirements:

For this position we require that candidates have abachelors degreeand at least1-3 years of previous collegiate coaching or playing experience with the post position. The successful candidate must be lifeguard certified. Candidates must possess excellent organizational and communication skills be able to interact effectively and appropriately with student-athletes parents alumni faculty peers community members and administrators. Knowledge in the following areas is preferred: Microsoft Office athletic video and performance review software (i.e. Hudl Synergy) social media platforms and recruiting software (i.e. Frontrush).

Travel is required as well as evening nightand weekend work.

A valid drivers license is required; must meet required insurance qualifications found in Wittenberg Motor Pool policies and procedures. If license is from out of state successful candidate will need to obtain a valid Ohio drivers license within 30 days of hire date.

Additional Information:

Wittenberg is committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified individuals who collectively reflect the diversity of our student body and society at-large. Please see our notice of nondiscriminationhoused on our website.

Wittenberg University is committed to preventing and addressing sexual misconduct in our campus community. Click here to view our Title IX policies.

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful positive work environment.

Employment at Wittenberg University is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records educational verifications driving records (when job-related) and/or credit history (when job related).

For this position we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas. Wittenberg University participates in E-Verify to confirm authorization to work in the U.S.

Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled.

To apply please set-up an accountinour online recruiting system and upload the following documents in MS Word or Adobe Acrobat format.

1. Resume
2. Cover letter
3. Name relationship and contact information of three professional references.

Applicants who require accommodation during any stage of the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources at or email

Required Experience:

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