Head Diving Coach - Swimming and Diving

The department of Athletics at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Head Diving Coach for Swimming and Diving.

About the Opportunity

This position will perform on- and off-water duties as assigned by the Head Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving Coach, per NCAA Bylaws.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
  
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
  
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service (employee leave)
  
• 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
  
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
  
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
  
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Conduct regular practice sessions in and out of season, as permitted. Coach the team during scheduled events. Implements strategies necessary to motivate the players to maximum levels of individual and team performance.
• Direct the individualized, specific training and coaching for the development of the men and women divers.
• Assist the Head Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving Coach with the recruitment of quality student-athletes and coordinate said recruiting activities with the athletic compliance staff.
• Demonstrate an active involvement in the academic progress of student-athletes. Work with Department of Intercollegiate Athletics' student services staff to prevent academic eligibility problems.
• Assist with the establishment of communication and enforcement of rules and regulations regarding student conduct, appearance, and behavior.
• Contribute to the scheduling of competitions at the direction of the Head Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving Coach.
• Coordinate personal travel plans for recruiting and team travel with the Athletic Travel Coordinator
• Perform interviews with the news media as needed by the sports information staff.
• Participate in development activities on behalf of the Mountaineer Athletic Club, if requested.
• Participate in radio, television and/or internet programs produced by the Mountaineer Sports Network.
• Participate in the marketing and promotion of the men's and women's swimming and diving program, including, but not limited to corporate sponsorships and public relations appearances.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Head Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving Coach.
• Report directly to the Head Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving Coach; must also work closely with all others involved with carrying out the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletic program.
• Maintain knowledge of and comply with all rules, regulations, policies and guidelines of West Virginia University, the Big 12 Conference and the NCAA; must be certified per NCAA Bylaws each year; must adhere to NCAA Bylaw 11 - Conduct of Athletic Personnel. Failure to adhere to these policies will result in appropriate disciplinary action including possible suspension and termination.
• Exhibit a level of expertise in their professional fields; must also treat the academic requirements necessary for progress toward a degree as a matter of the highest priority for the student-athletes in their charge and must actively encourage them to succeed academically and graduate.
• Represent the University on the highest professional level with dignity, integrity, and strength of character and will exhibit ethical behavior; must respect the rights and dignity of individuals with sensitivity to problems that may arise from racial and ethnical differences.
• Demonstrate a cooperative attitude towards the news media and external consistencies in order to promote the men's and women's swimming and diving program.
• Demonstrate a cooperative attitude towards all sports within the intercollegiate athletic program.
• Possess the ability to adapt to any situation, make decisions and work independently; position must have the ability to build and maintain relationships with student-athletes, coaches, staff members and constituencies; required to use creative abilities to develop new techniques and approaches in dealing with many issues controlled by this position; responsibilities of the position are ever-changing and require constant education; requires the ability to adapt to any situation and make decisions.
• Manage sensitive and confidential information related to student-athletes, coaches and staff utilizing discretion and correct decisions. Failure to use proper discretion at required level could result in major and significant embarrassment to the University and/or have a significant impact on image, revenues and eligibility of student-athletes.
• Manage professional and personal time to be handle time sensitive-issues, tight deadlines, extended hours beyond the normal workday, weekend work, extensive travel and on-call availability.
• Faithfully and diligently execute related duties of the department, as requested or assigned by the Head Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving Coach.

• Bachelor's degree
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience involving:
  
  
  
  • Coaching experience, preferably at NCAA Division I level
  • Proven success rate in recruiting prospective student-athletes
  • Coaching competitive diving
  
  
  
  
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Maintain high standard of ethics and integrity related to intercollegiate athletics
• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics
• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA and conference guidelines, policies, rules and regulations with the ability to interpret, apply, enforce and explain such policies and rules
• Successfully complete NCAA certification exam annually
• Maintain knowledge of state and University policies and procedures
• Exhibit strong creative, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of correct English, grammar, spelling, punctuation and sentence structure
• Demonstrated ability in public speaking skills
• Demonstrated ability to function professionally under high stress and confrontational circumstances
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks for extended period of time
• Demonstrated ability to independently plan and organize work
• Proactive attitude towards work and assignments
• Demonstrated ability to maintain and develop personal contacts with outside groups, i.e. student-athletes, professional representatives, fans, media, donors, University community
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
• Demonstrated knowledge of record keeping and adherence to schedule Ability to stay abreast of information impacting the affected area
• Demonstrated ability to organize and motivate groups and individuals Ability to maintain proper unit attendance and punctuality standards, work extended hours including nights and weekends (often with extensive walking and standing)
• Demonstrated skills in management of an intercollegiate swimming and diving program
• Demonstrated skills in the training and development of competitive divers
• Demonstrated knowledge of effected areas of involvement
• Demonstrated ability to manage personnel Ability to make administrative / procedural decisions and judgments
• Demonstrated ability to drive and travel via motor vehicle

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.