Diving Coach

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Job Summary

The Oberlin College Department of Athletics and Physical Education invites applications for the position of Diving Coach. This is a full-time, 12-month, continuing, Administrative and Professional Staff position, reporting to the Director of Athletics and Physical Education and working with the Head Coach of Men’s and Women’s Swimming & Diving/Aquatic Director.

Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for assisting the Head Coach of Men’s and Women’s Swimming & Diving/Aquatic Director in all aspects of coaching, recruiting, and administering within the swimming & diving program as well as aquatic facility and lifeguard management.

Implements coaching strategies and methods to help student-athletes’ growth in athletic, interpersonal, academic, and teamwork skills; analyzes performance of team and adjusts strategies as needed; plans and conducts practices and other activities in preparation for competition; and actively recruits competitive and qualified individuals.

Assists with the management of the team budget; monitors expenditures to ensure that proscribed limitations are adhered; ensures that all expenditures are properly documented and in compliance with university and NCAA regulations.

Helps identify and develop team strategy for recruitment; analyzes future needs; creates promotional strategy for contacting and recruiting prospective student athletes; develops promotional correspondence and materials for distribution to prospective recruits; conducts recruiting calls, trips and activities.

Posting Details

Announcement Information

Job Summary

The Oberlin College Department of Athletics and Physical Education invites applications for the position of Diving Coach. This is a full-time, 12-month, continuing, Administrative and Professional Staff position, reporting to the Director of Athletics and Physical Education and working with the Head Coach of Men’s and Women’s Swimming & Diving/Aquatic Director.

Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for assisting the Head Coach of Men’s and Women’s Swimming & Diving/Aquatic Director in all aspects of coaching, recruiting, and administering within the swimming & diving program as well as aquatic facility and lifeguard management.

Implements coaching strategies and methods to help student-athletes’ growth in athletic, interpersonal, academic, and teamwork skills; analyzes performance of team and adjusts strategies as needed; plans and conducts practices and other activities in preparation for competition; and actively recruits competitive and qualified individuals.

Assists with the management of the team budget; monitors expenditures to ensure that proscribed limitations are adhered; ensures that all expenditures are properly documented and in compliance with university and NCAA regulations.

Helps identify and develop team strategy for recruitment; analyzes future needs; creates promotional strategy for contacting and recruiting prospective student athletes; develops promotional correspondence and materials for distribution to prospective recruits; conducts recruiting calls, trips and activities.

The incumbent will also have secondary department and physical education administrative responsibilities including scheduling pool rentals, supervising and acting as a member of the lifeguard staff, and assisting with rec center facility management.

Essential Job Functions

Marginal Job Functions

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; two years of coaching experience preferably at the collegiate level; strong administrative, organizational, and communication skills; ability to recruit and evaluate prospective student-athletes; organize official visits including assigning hosts, and create itineraries while adhering to all NCAA Division III regulations. Current certification as an American Red Cross (or equivalent) Lifeguard Instructor is highly recommended. Knowledge of Hy-Tek Software and Divemeets.com is desirable as well.

Desired Qualifications

Quick Link for Posting

https://jobs.oberlin.edu/postings/16852

Compensation

Within the range established for this position, salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications, and includes an excellent benefits package.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Submit a cover letter, résumé, and three references with current contact information. A review of application material will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Deadline for submission is October 13, 2025.

Oberlin College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the development of a climate that supports equality of opportunity and respect of differences based on gender, ethnicity, disability, and sexual orientation. Oberlin was the first co- educational institution to grant bachelor’s degrees to women and historically has been a leader in the education of African-Americans; the college was also among the first to prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from individuals who would contribute to the diversity of our community.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume 3. List of References

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