Job Description:
Date posted: June 5, 2024
Location: 2001 South Summit Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD, USA
About Augustana University
Augustana University is located in the growing and vibrant city of Sioux Falls, South Dakota with a metro area of over 265,000 people. Augustana University has, for more than 150 years, provided a strong student-centric education based on its five core values: Christian faith, liberal arts, excellence, community and service. Currently with 22 NCAA sports programs, including Viking hockey which competes at the Division I level, Augustana Athletics is focused on building champions in the classroom, in competition and in the community, highlighted by three team national championships since 2016. Viking Athletics has won the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference All-Sports Award two years in a row.
Assistant Coach for Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving
Augustana University invites applications for an Assistant Coach for Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving. This is a 12-month position within our Athletic Department responsible for assisting with position is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the sport program as well as possible additional responsibilities as assigned within the athletic department.
Major areas of responsibility:
• The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with all phases of the swimming and diving program.
• Perform recruiting responsibilities as assigned by the head coach to meet the objectives of the university and team, including evaluation, contact, and establishing relationships with prospective student-athletes and coaches.
• Assist head coach in all day-to-day operations of the sport program.
• Coordinate student athlete activities including but not limited to recruiting, conditioning, and academic services as needed and designated by the head coach.
• Teach classes assigned by the department with professional integrity and university expectations. ESS teaching assignment will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
• Support, abide and enforce all academic guidelines and policies of the university, athletics department and swimming and diving program to ensure academic progress of the student-athlete as directed by the head coach.
• Support and work cooperatively with the Sports Medicine/Athletic Training, Strength and Conditioning, Equipment, Student Development, NCAA Compliance, Media Relations, etc. areas in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Assist with administrative functions of the swimming and diving program as directed by the head coach. Perform duties with professional conduct, being fiscally responsible and with a commitment to student-athlete well-being.
• Abide by all written policies, procedures, and guidelines of Augustana University and the Department of Athletics. Understand and adhere to the Augustana Athletic Department Manual that outlines general staff conduct.
• Build quality relationships and work collaboratively and professionally with athletics, university staff, students, and all constituencies and stakeholders.
• Adhere to all NCAA and conference affiliated bylaws set forth by the governing bodies.
• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the head coach.
• Organizing summer camps and clinics.
• Organizing team travel.
• Assisting in revenue generating.
• Additional departmental duties as assigned.
• Assisting with all other components of a competitive NCAA Division II swimming & diving program.
• May be required to serve on committees and special projects.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Preference will be given to those with college coaching experience.
• Understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Must be able to work varying hours which may include days, nights, weekends and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Coached high school or collegiate swimming and diving.
• Has participated in a high school or collegiate swimming and diving program.
• Experience in recruiting qualified student-athletes.
Interacting with students, faculty and leadership with different backgrounds and points of view and a deep appreciation of and respect for academic values and culture must be a top value of the candidate.
How to Apply
Application Procedure: Interested applicants are asked to complete the below application materials. These application materials are to be sent electronically to [email protected]. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the application process, please contact [email protected]. Official website: www.augie.edu.
• Letter of interest
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• Augustana University employment application
• Statement of Diversity
• Contact information for at least three professional references
Augustana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer that seeks to recruit, develop and retain a talented and diverse workforce. Augustana University is committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community. Submission of official transcripts may be required upon employment. Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.