What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Swimming Coach position at University of North Texas - Denton?
Title: Assistant Swimming Coach
Employee Classification: Asst Coach
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Athletics
SubDivision-Department: UNT-Athletic Admin
Department: UNT-Athletics Facilities-220410
Job Location: Denton
Salary: Commensurate with experience
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Department Summary
The University of North Texas competes as a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the American Conference. North Texas' athletic programs are classified as NCAA Division I, the largest and highest division among all colleges and universities. The 46,000 square-foot Athletic Center located off South Bonnie Brae Street is the centerpiece of North Texas athletics. Athletics strives to conduct a competitive athletics program that promotes faculty, staff, student and community affiliation and participation with the North Texas Athletics. Provide facilities which attract the highest level of talent and allow student-athletes to perform at the highest level in practice and during competition.
Position Overview
The Assistant Swimming Coach supports the Head Coach in all aspects of the swimming program, including training, recruiting, and student-athlete development. This role is responsible for helping create a positive, competitive, and growth-oriented environment for student-athletes while ensuring compliance with department, UNT, and conference regulations.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and one year of experience in related sport; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of NCAA and conference rules and regulations.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree
Experience coaching at Division I level
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Job Duties
- Assist in planning and conducting practice and training sessions. -
- Support meet preparation, strategy, and in-competition coaching.
- Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations and complies with the same.
- Provide technical instruction to enhance athlete performance and skill development
- Assists in scouting and recruiting activities; may be responsible for specific geographic area.
- Assist with recruiting efforts, including identifying and evaluating prospective student-athletes
- Assist with monitoring academic progress and adherence to Academic Support policies and procedures.
- Assist with administrative duties as assigned.
- Works with Athletics sports medicine and strength and conditioning personnel, and with physicians as needed to implement team wellness and conditioning programs.
- Ensure adherence to all conference, institutional, and NCAA rules and regulations.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Head Coach, Athletics Director and/or Executive Team.
Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.
Environmental Hazards
Low temperatures.
Noisy environments.
Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
Elevated temperatures.
Work Schedule
Varies based on segment of the competition season.
Driving University Vehicle
Yes
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
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EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.