Description
Simmons University, an NCAA Division III member of The Great Northeast Athletic Conference is accepting applications for the position of Head Swim Coach/Aquatics Director. Reporting to the Director of Athletics and Recreation, this position is responsible for the direction of the swimming & diving program, including, but not limited to the recruitment and retention of academically and athletically qualified student athletes, supervision of the assistant coach(es), budget management, technique coaching, innovation regarding fundraising and alumni engagement. In addition, this role oversees the cleanliness, safety, and overall presentation of all aquatic facilities, ensuring a high-quality user experience.
We are opening a state of the art aquatics facility in January 2027 that will include a competition pool, diving pit, dryland training room, locker rooms and MORE!
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Head Coach:
Be present and conduct all official practices and home meets
Create pre-season, traditional season, and off-season practice schedules
Teach individual technique and meet strategy
Mange team travel trips
Hire, train and supervise assistant coaching staff (2)
Ensure all NCAA eligibility and medical clearance processes in coordination with Director of Sports medicine
Manage team funds and fundraising activities
Conduct athlete leadership training
Manage family/parent support and engagement
Mentor and counsel individual athletes with issues of concern and make appropriate referrals
Nationally recruit academically qualified student athletes
Coordinate and conduct annual alumnae meet
Attend and participate in departmental, conference and university-wide meetings related to duties and responsibilities.
Serve on departmental and/or university, conference, regional and national committees as requested.
Aquatics Director:
Serve as Certified Pool Operator and hire, train and supervise lifeguards
Maintain accurate records and standards required for Health & Safety Inspection
Monitors daily pool operations to adhere to all state and local Health and Safety Regulations and conducts and ensures proper maintenance of pools
Maintains accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance
Responsible for Inventory of pool chemicals, supplies and reagents
Oversee the cleanliness, safety, and overall presentation of all aquatic facilities, ensuring a high-quality user experience
Manage contracts with external rental groups
Maximize pool usage to serve all constituents
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Other duties as assigned based on skills and interests of the applicant
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Certified Pool Operator
Lifeguard Certification
A Bachelor’s degree is required.
A minimum of 3 years of college coaching experience
Ability to use Hy-Tek Meet Manager and Team Manager
Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and regulations governing recruitment, player eligibility and related functions is required
Applicant must hold a valid driver's license
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree is preferred
Head coaching experience preferred
Basic knowledge of Colorado Time Systems
Collegiate swimming experience is also preferred.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
On-Campus with opportunity for 1-2 remote days based on schedule
12 months
40 hours/week
The position will require occasional lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs.
The scope of the position requires some early mornings, weekend and evening hours based on seasonal needs.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
Targeted Hiring Compensation Range: $53,000 - $73,000 Annually