The Assistant Coach is responsible for the instruction of swimming through in-pool, dry land, and classroom training. Additionally, the role involves recruiting student-athletes and managing administrative duties and NCAA compliance logs.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience. The position requires a background check and adherence to Title IX and Campus Security Authority reporting duties.
Department Athletics, Women's Swimming Compensation $40,000.00 Annual General Description / Primary Purpose: The Assistant Athletic Coach, under the direction of an Assistant Director or above, assists in the design, development and implementation of departmental processes and/or programs.
Recommends policies and procedures to ensure effective coordination of departmental programs.
Job Function: The Assistant Swimming Coach's primary responsibility is the coaching and instruction of the sport of Swimming.
Approximately 60% of the Assistant Coach's responsibility is dedicated to the instruction of Swimming through in pool or dry land training and classroom training through use of video and other teaching techniques.
Approximately 40% of the Assistant Coach's responsibility is recruiting and other administrative duties.
Assist in the coaching and instruction of the student-athletes in proper techniques and decision-making in the sport of Swimming.
Perform routine daily responsibilities related to the operation of the sports program.
Work could include computer data-entry, routine record keeping and compliance logs required by the NCAA.
Recruit acceptable student-athletes for the UNF athletic program.
Use abilities to identify student-athletes, which are athletically and academically prepared for programs at UNF.
Perform other duties as prescribed by head coach.
Could include clinic participation; scheduling; coordinating travel arrangement; oversee equipment needs; overseeing team manager or other related functions.
Adheres to all institution, conference and NCAA rules and regulations.
Reports all known NCAA violations in accordance with institutional, conference and NCAA policies and guidelines.
Supervision Exercised: Assist in supervising volunteers, student assistants, etc.
Supervision Received: Reports to the Head Coach.
The incumbent develops procedures for performing a variety of complex duties within established guidelines; has considerable freedom while the work is in process and receives instructions on new assignments.
Required Qualifications Master's or Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla.
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For more information about this position, please contact Lindsey McKnight at lindsey.mcknight@unf.edu.
Statement(s) of Understanding This position requires a background check.
In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.
The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX.
Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).
This position has been designated as a CSA because it involves significant responsibility for student and campus activities and/or responsibility for campus security.
As such, any person in this position must report to the University Police Department a crime or an incident that might be a crime that he/she becomes aware of.
This position has a reporting requirement because the University believes that responsibility for students, campus activities and/or campus security will make the holder of this position someone members of the University community will see as an authority figure and someone to whom they can seek help.
A CSA is not expected to investigate or determine whether a criminal incident actually took place.
A CSA ’ s responsibility is a duty to report.
All positions designated as CSAs are required to complete an online or in - person training session.
For more information concerning training or CSA designations, please contact the Clery Act Compliance Manager at (904) 620-1423 or clery@unf.edu.
The holder of this position is responsible for any NCAA and Atlantic Sun Conference bylaws and guidelines that a member of the UNF Athletic Compliance Department provides in addition to all UNF regulations.
The individual must also assure that NCAA, Conference and UNF regulations are followed to the best of their knowledge and any violations thereof are reported to UNF Athletic Compliance.
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Market context
Florida assistant women’s swimming roles are selective
In Florida, assistant women’s swimming coach openings are typically driven by school athletics calendars, recruiting needs, and program continuity. These roles are competitive because candidates are often expected to bring coaching experience, a relevant degree, and familiarity with Title IX and Campus Security Authority reporting responsibilities. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to highlight athlete development, compliance awareness, and your experience supporting a women’s program.
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