University of Chicago
Location
Austin, Texas
Salary
$40,000 - $45,000 / YEAR
The assistant coach will support the head coach in planning training sessions, managing recruiting efforts, and overseeing daily aquatics operations. They are also responsible for leading physical training, organizing practices, and assisting with varsity competition logistics.
Candidates must possess a college degree and 2-5 years of relevant work experience in a related discipline. Preferred qualifications include a master's degree and specific certifications such as American Red Cross Lifeguarding and CPR/AED-PR.
Swimming/Diving and Aquatics About the Department The University of Chicago is a member of the University Athletic Association and the NCAA (Division III). The University sponsors 20 varsity sports. The Department of Athletics & Recreation maintains an environment that supports the student athletes' commitment to thriving academically and athletically. A diverse, challenging athletic program supplements the rigorous academic curriculum. The lessons learned through athletic endeavors represent an invaluable part of the nonacademic aspects of a holistic education. Achieving this goal is based on a commitment to excellence. Job Summary Assist the Head Men's/Women's Swimming and Diving Coach in all aspects of coaching and teaching for an NCAA Division III sport program. Teach and coach student athletes, recruit highly selective prospective students, develop and implement season training and workout plan, lead physical training (including dryland), organize and run swimming practices, and assist in all facets of aquatics management. Responsibilities Assists the Head Coach in the planning, creation, and implementation of a season training plan and daily workouts, including dryland and weight training. Manages the recruiting database and takes the lead in planning and overseeing all aspects of recruiting. Assists the Head Coach in all aspects of team administration and management. Aids in the set-up and running of all varsity swimming and diving competitions and any non-varsity competitions and events held in the pool. Manages and oversees the Master’s Swimming program and other aquatics programs as assigned (i.e. Community Swim School and Private Swim Lessons). Assists the Director of Aquatics in the day-to-day operations of an Olympic-size pool and other aquatics-related duties as assigned. Serves on departmental committees. Experience with Colorado Timing System. Extensive domestic travel is required for competitions and recruiting. Secondary departmental responsibilities will be assigned by the Athletic Director. Has a moderate/high level of authority to participate in staff meetings, individual planning meetings, and parent-student staffing. Helps staff to plan and execute events. Performs other related work as needed.
Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications: ---
Education: Master's degree.
Two years of significant and relevant teaching/coaching experience in Aquatics at the professional, collegiate, or high school level. Significant collegiate swimming and or coaching experience.
Market context
In Texas, assistant men’s and women’s swim and dive coach roles are often tied to active school athletics programs, so demand tends to follow team size, season schedules, and program support. These positions are competitive because schools typically look for candidates with a college degree, 2-5 years of related experience, and preferred certifications such as American Red Cross Lifeguarding and CPR/AED-PR. If you are applying, highlight coaching experience, safety credentials, and readiness to support both men’s and women’s programs; this platform’s job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.
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