Assistant Dive Coach- Part Time

Pay Range

USD $10,000.00 - USD $10,000.00 /Yr.

Overview

A successful assistant coach at Clarkson University will assist the head coach in each of the following areas in relation to their sport: recruiting, teaching/coaching, counseling, marketing, alumni relations, fund raising, and sport administration. It will be necessary to prioritize and balance these activities in a manner that best promotes and advances their sport within all Clarkson University, Liberty League, and NCAA rules and regulations.

 

This is a temporary position beginning September 21, 2026 and ending March 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Promote the mission and goals of Clarkson University, the NCAA and the athletic department• Recruit quality student-athletes who will fit the academic and athletic profile for Clarkson University• Evaluate prospective student-athletes and decide whether they are potential members of the Team.• Assist in determining a recruiting plan for each academic year to evaluate and recruit student-athletes to Clarkson University• Assist in developing a teaching/coaching plan that best utilizes the strengths (individual and collective) of the Team• Assist in the development of practice and game preparation plans• Assist student-athletes with their academic progress• Assist with the development of a positive image for the program through various media outlets• Assist with the compliance to ensure program compliance with all NCAA, league and University rules and regulations• Assist in the development and promotion of community activities including but not limited to summer camps, leagues, or community service activities• Assist in the development of a strength, conditioning, and nutrition program for student-athletes• Assist in the promotion of the success of the program, department, and University as a primary contact for Alumni• Establish all travel itineraries to away intercollegiate contests• All other duties as assigned by the Head Coach

Qualifications

Education:Minimal Qualifications: Bachelor Degree

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree

 

Experience:Minimal Experience: Knowledge in the sport of Diving

Preferred Experience: Coached or competed at the collegiate level in diving

 

Essential Skills

Tactical and technical expertise in the sport of diving; excellent communication skills; ability to multi-task, must be able to problem solve, suggest and implement solutions. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Health & Safety

Health & Safety: All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.

Disclaimer Statement

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.

EEO Statement

Special Instructions to Applicants: An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities. 

 

All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records