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Posted Job Title: Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Swimming

Job Profile Title: Assistant Coach, Men and Women Swimming

Job Description Summary: The Assistant Coach of Men's and Women's Swimming is responsible for assisting the Head Men’s & Women’s Swimming & Diving Coach in the administration and teaching of the Men’s & Women’s Swimming & Diving program. This includes, but is not limited to, an extensive amount of administrative duties, recruiting, teaching, and advising of student athletes. They will receive direct administrative supervision and guidance from the Head Men’s & Women’s Swimming & Diving Coach. This position is responsible for assisting the Head Men’s & Women’s Swimming & Diving Coach with all aspects of program management, including on-deck coaching and safety monitoring for swim practices. Extensive recruiting responsibilities, administrative duties, and planning are involved. The ability to motivate prospective and current student-athletes is essential. The position requires advising and acting as a role-model for current student-athletes. Swimming is also considered a safety exception sport by the NCAA, requiring a trained and qualified coach to be present at all practices and activities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coach and teach sport-specific skills and strategies to current student-athletes at practice and competition, including preparation for practice and competition.
• Educate team members on proper training techniques, exercises, and sport-specific needs.
• Prepare and execute practice and competition plans.
• Provide instruction and advice before, during, and after competition in both group and individual settings.
• Consistently recruit national caliber athletes for enrollment at the University through mail, phone, and in-person contact.
• Identify and properly vet prospects of strong character, academic ability, and athletic skill.
• Evaluate recruits at competition.
• Organize and coordinate official and unofficial visits.
• Communicate with athletic liaison to financial aid regarding top prospect academic viability.
• Effectively work with staff members in the areas of compliance, student development, external operations, facilities/operations, equipment operations, internal operations, and athletic development.
• Comply with all NCAA, Ivy League, University, and divisional rules and policies.
• Assist in organizing team and coach travel, compliance paperwork, and other administrative responsibilities.
• Serve as role-model and advisor for student-athletes in a general capacity.
• Connect student-athletes to necessary resources within and outside of Penn Athletics as needed.
• Provide support system to all student-athletes on the team.
• Assist the head coach in building strong relationships with alumni, fans, campus partners, and the broader community.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3 to 5 years of experience coaching swimming, preferably at the collegiate level.
• Experience competing as an NCAA swimmer will also be considered.
• Ability to motivate student-athletes, recruits, and alumni to support the program enthusiastically.
• Working knowledge and compliance with NCAA and Ivy League policies and procedures.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel with the team or when recruiting as required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Job Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department/School: Division of Recreation & Intercollegiate Athletics

Pay Range: $37,220.00 - $48,400.00 Annual Rate Salary offers are based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Affirmative Action Statement: Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements: Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits:

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. Flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Tuition: Exceptional tuition benefits for you, your spouse, and your dependent children.
• Retirement: Generous retirement plans with options for pre-tax or Roth basis savings through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work: Substantial amount of time off for personal needs.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial for long-term care services.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Programs and resources for health, family, and work-life balance.
• Professional and Personal Development: Resources for personal and professional advancement.
• University Resources: Access to a wide range of University resources, cultural, and recreational activities.
• Discounts and Special Services: Discounts on goods and services, including cars, phone plans, movie tickets, and theme park admissions.
• Flexible Work Hours: Non-traditional work hours and locations to promote work-life balance.
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Forgivable loans for home buying or improvements in West Philadelphia.
• Adoption Assistance: Reimbursement for qualified adoption expenses.

Application Instructions: Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references.

Contact Information: For questions regarding this position, please contact the University of Pennsylvania's Division of Recreation & Intercollegiate Athletics.