Posted in Other 14 days ago.
Location: Naperville, Illinois
Posting Number:
S000860
Head Men's and Women's Swimming Coach
Athletics
Office of the President
Director of Athletics
Part Time Regular
The primary purpose of the Head Men's and Women's Swimming Coach is to play an integral role in the effective operation of the men's and women's swimming program, develop young men and women in the North Central College swimming philosophy, to direct aspects of the overall swimming program strategy including development and retaining student-athletes. The head swimming coach will also work with the Director and Assistant/Associate Directors of Athletics helping further develop, implement, and evaluate components of departmental athletic events and leadership programs.
1. Develop, recruit, and administer a competitive men's and women's swimming program, consistent with the student-athlete philosophy of Division III, which generates College and community enthusiasm and support. Lead all administrative and coaching activities within the programs.
2. Develop practice and meet preparations, in conjunction with the coaching staff, by writing event-specific practice workouts, developing technique, communicating with the student-athletes in the specialty area, and writing feedback reports.
3. Develop and implement an on-going professional development plan as it relates to swimming in general, wellness, nutrition, and overall strength and conditioning.
4. Establish a strong team culture by mentoring individuals and team dynamics, team rules and conduct, leadership development, and a commitment to the safety and well-being of each person.
5. Coach a particular group(s), organize standard practices, and develop individual athletes.
6. Participate in any promotional activities for the swimming program including the Faculty Mentor Program, Parent's Day activities, Alumni Day activities, Senior Day activities, fund-raisers during the academic year, summer camps, and other marketing and promotional activities.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.
OTHER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
An individual in this position must possess the proficiency, wherewithal and knowledge of principles and processes for providing high-quality service to both internal and external constituents of the College.
1. Specific knowledge of swimming coaching theories and techniques.
2. Skill in communicating with college student-athletes, their parents and other coaching professionals. Ability to effectively recruit qualified student-athletes. Ability to effectively counsel and advise prospective students and their parents regarding numerous aspects of the College. Ability to exercise the proper balance of persistence and patience as individually appropriate to each contact.
3. Strong commitment to a small college environment. Extensive knowledge of the organization and operation of the College, both administratively and academically, especially regarding admission-related activities. Up-to-date knowledge of developments in higher education in general and at schools with which North Central College traditionally competes for new students.
4. Ability to develop successful programs which engage student-athletes and coaches in developing student-athlete leaders.
5. Ability to deal with several tasks and work with a large number of individuals concurrently, often without direct supervision. This requires a person who is well organized, detail oriented, flexible and able to effectively prioritize tasks.
6. Ability to communicate in the English language, both orally and in writing, in a manner consistent with professional standards, including direction of and participation in the development of high-quality publications which reflect positively on North Central College.
7. Ability to consistently demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills in dealing with persons both internal and external to the College.
8. Ability to work as an effective member of a team. Commitment to an environment that nurtures inclusion, cooperation, teamwork, and diversity.
The head swimming coach must be able to effectively coach, recruit, travel, operate within fiscal boundaries, develop and maintain relationships with student-athletes, parents, fans, and campus faculty/staff. The head coach must also be able to creatively and effectively develop strategies and programming that will allow student athletes to reach their full potential in swimming and as students.
High School diploma required. Bachelor's degree is strongly preferred.
Progressive coaching experience, including three-five years as a head/assistant coach or
equivalent applicable experience.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record is required.
No
An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College's background screening process.
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North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. NCC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources. Determinations for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Yes
Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply.
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