Florida Gulf Coast University

Assistant Coach II, Swimming

Main Campus, USA · Mid · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 2 days ago

ExcelCommunicationCritical ThinkingMentoringPublic SpeakingOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Office

About the role

The Assistant Coach II, Swimming assists with all activities related to the Swimming program including recruitment, athlete development, monitoring academic performance, and social development.
If you thrive in an environment of innovation, accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good home here.
Typical duties include but are not limited to:

Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work; persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables.
Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to achieve common goals.
FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and collaboration.
We value employees who successfully work with others and drive positive change through critical thinking and decisive action.
Monitors and maintains discipline and conduct of athletes to support the image and reputation of the athletics program.

Current American Red Cross CPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain within three months of employment.
Valid driver's license and the ability to travel throughout the country.
Experience operating a personal computer and proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Master's degree from an accredited institution.
Two years of full-time professional coaching experience in a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I institution.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of student-athlete intellectual, emotional and social development and an ability to guide athletes toward successful completion of an undergraduate degree while participating in intercollegiate athletics.

Proven ability to think strategically and approach challenges with creativity.
Demonstrated track record of reliability, meeting goals, and holding oneself accountable.
Strong interpersonal skills and experience working effectively across teams.
Knowledge of all aspects of the sport and the ability to teach/coach collegiate student-athletes toward acquisition of those skills.
Knowledge of intercollegiate recruiting practices and an ability to identify athletic and academic talent.
Knowledge of and ability to administer first aid and CPR/AED.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and an ability to use independent judgment and remain flexible while prioritizing tasks.
Ability to work evenings, nights, weekends as necessary.
Assists with the recruitment and retention of student-athletes.

This includes the requirement for self-reporting any possible rule violations and participation in the annual NCAA continuing education programs including passing the NCAA certification test, if applicable.

FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

This listing is sourced directly from Florida Gulf Coast University's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.