Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology·Terre Haute, Indiana
Assist the head coach in managing the swimming and diving program through recruitment, training, and leadership of student-athletes. Responsibilities include evaluating prospective students, analyzing performance metrics, and managing program logistics.
Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology has an amazing opportunity in the Athletics Department as a Full-Time Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach. We have been ranked No. 1 among U.S. engineering colleges by the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Guide for the last 27 consecutive years.
As our Full-Time Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach, you will be responsible for assisting the head coach in managing the swimming & diving program by providing ongoing assistance in recruitment, training, and leadership for student athletes while creating positive experiences for all individuals participating in the swimming & diving program. You will be expected to act as a role model, exemplifying high standards of sportsmanship, conduct, and values in support of the mission and vision of the Institute.
This position will be heavily involved in recruitment efforts, including player evaluation and communication with prospective students from the identification stage through matriculation. You will be expected to attend recruiting events throughout the Midwest and nationally to identify potential recruiting targets. As our Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach, you will analyze and review video and metrics to evaluate skills and communicate with athletes on plans for development. Additional responsibilities will include managing program equipment, assisting with travel logistics, and preparing opponent’s scouting reports.
Qualified candidates will hold a bachelor’s degree and one to two years’ experience playing or coaching at the collegiate or professional level.
Preferred candidates will have a master’s degree and college coaching experience.
At Rose-Hulman, your successes are celebrated in a welcoming, supportive, and flexible environment with a number of benefits and resources including a variety of health benefit options; voluntary benefits such as Group Accident and/or Group Critical Illness Insurance, Pet Insurance, and Caregiver Resources; participation in Tuition Exchange; a generous and flexible paid leave program and dedicated time for professional development. As a Rose-Hulman employee, you will also enjoy access to full-service fitness facilities and programming; a performing arts center featuring national touring acts and campus productions; and access to state-of-the-art labs, facilities, and equipment. All employees experience opportunities to have an impact on student lives and be part of a greater purpose through multidisciplinary project collaboration that can have a global impact as well as receiving continual encouragement and support of philanthropic and volunteer opportunities.
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) focused institution, whose students’ education and success are the nucleus of everything we strive for.
We support and recognize excellence in teaching, learning, innovation, and intellectual growth of our students, faculty, and staff.
Our campus culture is student-focused, welcoming, and inclusive.
Here, we believe that every employee has a role to play in the mission of the institute: to provide our students with the world's best undergraduate science, engineering, and mathematics education in an environment of individual attention and support.
Located on the banks of the Wabash River and conveniently located within driving distance of seven major cities, Terre Haute is a vibrant community with a revitalized downtown, museums, parks, four higher ed institutions, a rich historical past, and dynamic food, music, and arts scene.
Salary range is $37,000 – $48,000.
Salary is competitive.
A higher salary may be negotiated based on experience and qualifications.
Rose-Hulman conducts background checks for all prospective employees, including criminal history, education, social media, employment, driving records, and reference checks, where relevant to job duties.
The scope depends on the role's responsibilities and Institute necessity.
Information from background checks will be used solely to assess a candidate's suitability for employment, ensuring a safe and productive workplace, and will be handled in compliance with federal and state laws.
Only online applications/resumes submitted via the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Employment Opportunities website, jobs.rose-hulman.edu, will be accepted until the position is filled. Contact Human Resources via email, HRApply@rose-hulman.edu, for questions. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship at this time.
EEO Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer.
It is the Institute’s policy to treat all employees and applicants equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences, and other employment standards.
Rose-Hulman will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student or applicant for admission, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any complaint process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies.
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
To request reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Human Resources.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and have one to two years of experience playing or coaching at the collegiate or professional level. A master's degree and prior college coaching experience are preferred.
Market context
Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach openings in Indiana are often tied to school or college programs that value prior competitive experience and strong technical knowledge. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for a bachelor’s degree, one to two years of collegiate or professional playing or coaching experience, and may prefer a master’s degree plus college coaching background. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to highlight coaching experience, athlete development, and pool-side instruction.