What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coach/Swim position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
Assistant Coach/Swim
Requisition Number
RE54165
Working Title
Assistant Coach/Swim Womans
Department Name
12C00:Womens Sports
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
00
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
No set minimum requirements.
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
No set minimum requirements.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Able to lift 25 lbs.
Shift
Days, Evenings and Weekends.
Job Summary
To assist the Head Coach in the administration of a Division I Swimming program. Duties include but not limited to the following: assist in coaching, recruiting, swim camps, academic and personnel support and all necessary administrative work as assigned by Head Coach.
Must adhere to all University of Kentucky, SEC & NCAA rules and regulations.
Hire date-7-1-26
Effective 7/1/2026, this position will report through the Athletics department in Champions Blue.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment, academic eligibility requirements, and retention of student-athletes. Knowledge of athletics recruitment methods and techniques.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Bachelors with 3 years of related experience preferred.
Deadline To Apply
04/30/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Assistant Coach/Swim
Requisition Number
RE54165
Working Title
Assistant Coach/Swim Womans
Department Name
12C00:Womens Sports
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
00
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
No set minimum requirements.
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
No set minimum requirements.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Able to lift 25 lbs.
Shift
Days, Evenings and Weekends.
Job Summary
To assist the Head Coach in the administration of a Division I Swimming program. Duties include but not limited to the following: assist in coaching, recruiting, swim camps, academic and personnel support and all necessary administrative work as assigned by Head Coach.
Must adhere to all University of Kentucky, SEC & NCAA rules and regulations.
Hire date-7-1-26
Effective 7/1/2026, this position will report through the Athletics department in Champions Blue.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment, academic eligibility requirements, and retention of student-athletes. Knowledge of athletics recruitment methods and techniques.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Bachelors with 3 years of related experience preferred.
Deadline To Apply
04/30/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.