Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving

George Mason University

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Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving

Location:

Fairfax, VA

Description:

Department: Intercollegiate AthleticsJob Category: Administrative or Professional FacultyJob Type: Full-TimeWork Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)Location: Fairfax, VAWorkplace Type: On Site RequiredSalary: Salary commensurate with education and experienceCriminal Background Check: YesMotor Vehicle Records Check: YesAbout the Department:Educate: Prioritize academic achievement and recruit student-athletes who can be successful academically, strengthen ICA's commitment to diversity and inclusion, and provide consistent education for coaches and sport administrators. Compete: Position teams to consistently compete for conference success and recruit student-athletes who possess the ability to excel athletically from a conference and national perspective. Engage: Prioritize the experience and personal well-being of student-athletes, develop and renovate athletics facilities in accordance with University and ICA objectives and priorities, generate resources necessary to support the student-athlete experience, competitiveness, and infrastructure, and foster and inspire partnerships within the department, University, the surrounding community, and the corporate community.About the Position:The primary role of this position is to provide teaching, coaching, and technical expertise needed to allow the student-athlete to compete at their highest competitive potential, including all coaching and/or teaching duties associated with the program. This includes the oversight and management of the safety and well-being of those student athletes assigned to their coaching care. In the absence of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach is expected to act on behalf of the Head Coach on any and all related program issues. The Assistant Coach assists the Head Coach in all aspects of a highly competitive Division I program.This position requires flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends.Responsibilities: * Teaching and Coaching: * Utilizes sound teaching techniques in the conduct of game preparation and practice sessions; * Assists in making strategic decisions in contest situations; * Effectively prepares and organizes pre-season, in-season and post-season conditioning programs and practice sessions; * Oversees the strength and conditioning development of the athletes; * Assists the Head Coach in the evaluation of the student-athlete; and * Remains aware, and maintains a safe and healthy environment for the student-athlete. * Department, University, Conference and NCAA Compliance: * Abides by and promotes the aims, goals, and objectives established by the Athletic Director and Head Coach; * Abides by and promotes the policies, guidelines, rules, regulations and criteria established by the Athletic Director and Head Coach for the student-athlete; * Knows, understands and assures that the student-athletes abide by all the University, Atlantic 10, and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Rules and Regulations; * Knows, understands and abides by all University, A10 and NCAA Rules and Regulations; * Remains aware and abides by the rules of confidentiality (Buckley Amendment); * Understands and abides by proper procedures of due process in dealing with the student-athlete and staff; * Follows the administrative procedures established by the University and written up in the Department Staff Handbook; and * Assists Head Coach in developing and implementing the overall recruiting strategy to effectively recruit the best student-athlete within the admissions, financial and regulatory constraints established by the University, A10, and NCAA. * Acts as Team Liaison to: * Equipment office staff to order, monitor and control all team equipment; * Business Office and Coaches Support Assistant on program operations, logistics, planning and team travel; and * Academic Services (study hall and tutoring). * Participates in fundraising efforts and special events; and * Performs other related duties as assigned by the Assistant Vice President/Director of Intercollegiate Athletics or Sport Administrator. Required Qualifications: * Advanced degree or a combination of training and work experience at a level that equates to an advanced degree; * Demonstrated experience coaching at the college level and/or professional experience in the field of swim and dive; * Knowledge and understanding of Atlantic 10, and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Rules and Regulations; * Solid demonstrated knowledge of the sport, including rules, strategies, and techniques; * Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills; * Advanced organizational and time-management skills; * Ability to motivate and inspire players to achieve their full potential; * Ability to demonstrate effective leadership qualities; * CPR/First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire (required); and * Valid Driver's License or the ability to obtain one prior to the start date. Must currently possess an appropriate, active, valid motor vehicle operator's license that meets all of GMU's requirements for operating state vehicles and equipment under Mason's Vehicle Use Policy 1411 https://universitypolicy.gmu.edu/policies/vehicle-use/. The Office of Risk Management reserves the right to review the driver's licenses and Motor Vehicle Reports (MVRs) of all candidates selected with employment contingent upon a favorable review. Preferred Qualifications: * Considerable NCAA Swimming Coaching Experience. Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, applicants must apply for Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and upload a resume.Posting Open Date: March 25, 2024For Full Consideration, Apply by: April 8, 2024Open Until Filled?: YesMason Ad StatementMason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition.Equity StatementGeorge Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.Campus Safety InformationMason's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at http://police.gmu.edu/annual-security-report/

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