Assistant Swimming and Diving Coach

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed.

Flexible hours to include evenings and weekends. Travel required.

The Athletics department at University of North Carolina Asheville is an integral part of the University committed to providing an exemplary NCAA Division I Athletics Program that creates an environment where student-athletes have high-impact learning experiences while pursuing academic, athletic and lifelong goals, and engages the University's internal and external constituents and communities. Competing in the Big South & Atlantic Sun Conferences, UNC Asheville's Athletics department strives to be nationally recognized for "Dreaming Bigger. Achieving More" by winning in the classroom, community, and competition. The goal in our athletic department is to follow our strategic plan and promote the following areas: competitive excellence, a holistic student-athlete experience, revenue growth and facilities, creating a culture of distinction, branding, and community engagement. Bulldog Athletics and its student-athletes, coaches, and staff represent the very best of UNC Asheville, and it is our belief that this strategic plan is the framework from which a successful NCAA Division I athletics program can thrive for years to come.

The Assistant Swimming and Diving Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Swimming and Diving coach in implementing and directing all phases of a competitive NCAA Division I Swimming & Diving program in a manner that upholds the philosophy and objectives of the Department of Athletics and the University.

A successful candidate for Assistant Coach will assist with essential coaching duties including but not limited to coaching, recruiting, teaching, skill development, scouting of opponents, and practice planning; evaluate performances, and make recommendations to the head coach regarding individual participation. This role provides administrative and programmatic support to the head coach. The Assistant Coach also has recruiting responsibilities to identify, encourage and evaluate application and acceptance of student athletes at UNC Asheville in accordance with the Atlantic Sun Conference, the NCAA and University policies as assigned by the head coach.

This position requires a Bachelor's degree and equivalent experience. Prior collegiate coaching or playing experience.

Master's degree preferred. Three to four years of previous collegiate coaching experience. CPR & AED Certified or USA Swimming Water Safety. In addition, desired qualifications include demonstrated skills in developing and motivating student-athletes for athletic and academic success at the NCAA Division I level.

Under the direction of the head coach, the assistant coach will assist in all phases of a NCAA Division I Swimming and Diving program in a manner that upholds the philosophy and objectives of the Athletics Department and the University including but not limited to; on/off-campus recruiting, assisting with practice and conditioning activities, skill development, scheduling of opponents, academic monitoring of student-athletes, fundraising, public relations, adherence to rules compliance, participation in clinics and summer camps and professional expectations.

Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. ( EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.