Head Men's and Women's Swim Coach

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.
• The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.
• Review information and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed – the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate.
• In the “My Experience” section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.

Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Athletics & Recreation- Compliance, the Head Men’s and Women’s Swim Coach is responsible for the total organization, administration and supervision of the swim program, recruitment of student athletes and for assisting with internal operations of the athletic department including game day supervision. The coach is responsible for ensuring compliance with all university, conference and NCAA policies and procedures.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and prepare for all practices and contests.

• Recruit student-athletes.

• Assist student-athletes in obtaining appropriate academic support services and athletic training care as necessary

• Prepare budget recommendations for the program. Monitor budgets, revenues and expenditures.

• Monitor equipment and facility needs, safety standards and inventory control.

• Organize and administer a comprehensive fundraising program and an alumni development plan.

• Oversee the selection and supervision of part-time coaches and student employees.

• Assist in coordinating all swim activities at the university, including camps, clinics, field rentals.

• Maintain appropriate records and files.  Prepare correspondence in the course of official duties.

• Archive and dispose of records and documents in accordance with State of NJ requirements.

• Ensure compliance with NJAC and NCAA regulations and by-laws in the implementation of recruiting and competitive play activities across all sport teams. 

• Coordinate transfer eligibility for all incoming transfers. Participate in team eligibility meetings; oversee eligibility appeals.

• Coordinate and manage team rosters and confirmation of participation forms.

• Attend and participate in departmental, conference and university-wide meetings related to duties and responsibilities.

• Serve on departmental and/or university, conference, regional and national committees as requested.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university.

• A minimum of three years of professional work experience coaching student athletes at the collegiate level.

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations; particularly as they apply to swimming, recruiting and student athlete eligibility.

• Ability to work an irregular schedule, including evenings, weekends and occasional holidays.

PREFERRED:

• Professional work experience in higher education as a head coach. 

• Experience as a college student athlete.

• Masters Degree

• Proven commitment to diversity and gender equity, and the ability to create a team environment that is welcoming to all, values and respects differences, and embraces a shared mission.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY:
Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.
 

Salary Range

$76,486.40-$87,954.55 Annually

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/   

Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer.

Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is within a CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions. 

Department

Athletic Internal Relations

Position Type

Professional - Non-Faculty

Contact Information:

For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email [email protected].

Inclusion Statement

Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Additional information can be found on the website at 
www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/

Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities.  The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/