Assistant Coach / Swimming

Job Description

The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core value of diverse and inclusive communities and respects the educational benefits of diverse ideas, peoples, and cultures in order to contribute to the equitable inclusion and just engagement of the world’s communities. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), the Virginia Tech Department of Athletics is committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community. We are committed to attracting and retaining student-athletes, coaches, and staff from diverse backgrounds while also fostering an inclusive educational and work environment free from any discrimination based on age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Reporting directly to the Director / Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving Program, the Assistant Coach / Swimming will provide expert level coaching and teaching to student athletes. Also assist in the day to day administration of the swim program, including working with vendors regarding equipment/uniform orders. Assist in training student athletes, including working with head coach on symmetry of training among our department units; assist in the recruitment of well prepared student athletes; coordinate team travel, keeping budget considerations in mind; ability to learn and use database to organize recruiting, alumni and team information; tape editing, awards banquets and other team functions; assist in other dimensions of the program as needed. Will demonstrate appropriate knowledge and understanding of NCAA, conference, and university rules and regulations.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree and/or bachelor's degree with related experience.
Experience being a student athlete, collegiate coach, or professional athlete in the sport of swimming.
Working knowledge of individual and team swim skills required.
Commitment to diversity.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience at the Division I level as a student athlete and/or coach preferred.
Recruiting experience at the Division I or professional level preferred.
Ability to communicate with and instruct student athletes.
Strong desire and ability to promote swimming to the general public preferred.
Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations preferred.

Pay Band

N/A

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience.

Review Date

March 20, 2023

Additional Information

Come join Hokie Nation! Great employee benefits and work/life balance.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Stuart Cochran at stuart@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Advertised: March 7, 2023
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