What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coach, Swimming position at Skidmore College?
Summary:
Skidmore College's Athletics and Recreation Department invites applicants for a full-time, regular (10 month) M/W Swimming Assistant Coach Position beginning September 2025. Responsibilities will include assisting the Head M/W Swimming & Diving Coach in planning, organizing, and implementing aspects of a Division III men's and women's swimming program including practice and meet preparation, on-deck coaching, team travel, recruitment of prospective student-athletes, fund raising and other duties as assigned. The position will also include serving as a physical activities course instructor and equipment room responsibilities during the academic year.
Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent, with a minimum of three years collegiate swimming coaching and/or competitive experience. Candidates should posses strong organizational skills, communication and basic computer skills. Current CPR and AED Certification.
Preferred Qualifications: Lifeguard Certification or willingness to obtain. WSI Certification or willingness to obtain.
Required documents needed to apply:
- Online Application
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of Three References
Pay Rate: $35,000
EEO STATEMENT
Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon a post-offer acceptable background check result.
CREATIVE THOUGHT MATTERS.
Salary : $35,000
