Head Coach Swimming

Description

Head Coach, Swimming

The Wheeling University Head Coach is responsible for fulfilling all position-specific requirements to create a viable NCAA D-II swimming program. Must be able to travel out of town for extended periods and can work extended hours, such as evenings and weekends. Requirements include a valid, driver’s license; NCAA Compliance Certification; and First Aid, CPR, and AED certification. Proficient in using the recruiting software program Front Rush.

Trains and prepares student-athletes. Teaches sport-specific skills, tactics, and philosophy; schedules and directs practices; conducts sport-specific physical training and conditioning for student-athletes in and off-season. Ensures athletes are making satisfactory academic progress; works with the Faculty Academic Representative, the Academic Coordinator, and Registrar to monitor athlete’s grades; establishes and coordinates study halls; provides mentors and tutors as needed; and ensures all student-athletes are academically eligible per NCAA and conference requirements and entered correctly into the NCAA Compliance Program; and maintains regular office consultation hours.

· Able to perform duties with minimal supervision.

· Ability to take and give direction

· Can coach athletes regardless of performance level.

· Helps athletes use their talents to achieve key goals.

· Ability to recognize athletes’ potential and works to build on it.

· Supports athletes going outside of their comfort zone.

· Encourages repeating and building upon areas of strength.

· Suggests methods to improve performance.

· Models success behaviors, a positive work manner and constant self-improvement.

Responsible for overseeing GA’s. Includes hiring, training, directing, monitoring and performance feedback

· Gives feedback, instruction and encouragement.

· Sets standards for professional behavior.

· Creates a positive work environment.

· Communicates what is expected and holds others accountable.

· Ensures there are resources to complete work assignments.

· Builds rapport by listening, talking and encouraging others.

· Promotes cooperation and commitment within the team.

· Manages staff in a way that improves their ability to succeed.

· Coordinates ideas and resources to meet goals.

Accountable for scouting and recruiting of future student athletes. Includes following all NCAA, conference and University regulations and guidelines; assessing athletic talent and academic performance of potential student athletes; determining who meets the athletic requirements and University academic standards; and coordinating scholarships per the University’s approved model.

· Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.

· Able to communicate the University’s mission, vision and values.

· Maintains an approachable, professional demeanor.

· Builds rapport by listening, talking and encouraging others.

· Capitalizes on formal and informal networks to meet a goal.

· Displays passion and dedication for the University.

· Articulate and outgoing.

· Proficient (or ability to become proficient) with recruiting software.

Supports the sports program. This includes representing the University in all sport-specific activities; assisting the Sports Information Director in the organization of sports information materials such as media guides, press releases, and community

public relations programs; assists with program budgets; purchases uniforms and equipment; coordinates pre-season medical exams for student athletes; scout’s opponents and prepares game plans; establishes itineraries and makes travel arrangements.

· Displays a positive demeanor.

· Capable of prioritizing needs with deadlines.

· Ability to relate to others in a professional, positive manner.

· Promotes events/activities

Qualifications

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum Experience Level Required: Three years’ experience as a collegiate assistant coach. Experience as a head coach and player is preferred.

Other: Required to have a valid driver’s license; NCAA Rules Compliance Certification; and First Aid, CPR, AED certification.