Assistant Artistic Swimming Coach - Athletics

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Assistant Artistic Swim Coach

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Artistic Swimming Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Artistic Swimming Coach with developing and administering a highly competitive Artistic Swimming program. Additionally, this position will manage the daily schedule and maintenance operations of the Pioneer Hall pool. The Assistant Artistic Swimming Coach will abide by University and USA Artistic Swimming rules and regulations; and along with all other athletics personnel, will work towards achieving the objectives of Intercollegiate Athletics. Work is performed under general supervision and performance evaluation is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Head Artistic Swimming Coach

Supervises: Aquatics Student Assistants / Lifeguards

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:

• Assists the head coach in managing and directing the artistic swimming program.
• Oversees daily practice planning and oversight of workouts on events as assigned by the Head Coach.
• Assists in planning of team travel, officials' travel, competition scheduling, and other required departmental and USA Artistic Swimming paperwork.
• Serves as a contact for prospective student-athletes and their coaches throughout the recruiting process including but not limited to phone calls, evaluations, and planning/coordinating on-campus visits.
• Facilitates student-athletes' academic meetings, working closely with Compliance and Academic Services.
• Assists in the planning and execution of fundraising and alumni relations activities.
• Oversees the scheduling of the Pioneer Hall Pool, working closely with academics, visiting teams, summer camp needs and outside groups as applicable.
• Supervision and training of aquatics staff to include lifeguards and swim instructors.
• Responsible for the pool maintenance schedule and communication with maintenance vendors.
• Maintains and oversees equipment repairs, inventory, pool supplies and maintenance for the Pioneer Hall Pool.
• Maintains and updates a policies and procedure manual for Aquatics, to include the facility emergency action plan.
• Commits to and is responsible for adhering to all rules and regulations set forth for the team, the University, and USA Artistic Swimming with the utmost integrity.
• Works cooperatively with personnel in the athletics department and other campus partners, attend department meetings and activities, and always represents the University positively when interacting with the community, alumni, high school and club coaches, media and the general public.
• Completes other assigned administrative duties in a timely manner.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Attend seminars, conferences and other professional development opportunities.
• Implements Intercollegiate Athletics' strategic plan as part of the Division of Student Life's strategic plan.
• Perform other duties as requested.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree required.

EXPERIENCE

Two years minimum of USA Artistic Swimming collegiate experience and/or experience in a highly competitive club system as a swimmer and/or coach.

REQUIREMENT

Valid Texas driver's license and a safe driving record such as required by the university for Driver's Authorization

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.

Current certification in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automatic external defibrillator (AED) use and lifeguard certification is preferred at the time of hire and will be required prior to participation in any countable athletically related activities as defined by the NCAA.

Current Aquatic Facility Operator certification (or equivalent) is preferred at time of hire but can be obtained post hire as needed.

All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to recruit, coach and teach highly talented student-athletes.
• Ability to safely teach skill progression.
• Ability to follow directives and be responsible for tasks which have been assigned.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to attend seminars, meetings and other professional development opportunities at or away from TWU.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions, and other outcomes.
• Knowledge of management methods and ability to provide administrative guidance within area of responsibility and provide direct training and supervision as needed.
• Ability to apply budgeting and fiscal planning techniques within financial constraints.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively - orally, by phone, in person, and in writing.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
• Ability to provide guidance within area of responsibility, providing direct training and supervision as needed.
• Ability to operate essential office equipment that is necessary to perform the functions of this job.
• Ability to represent the department and University in a friendly, courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including university software and email.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

The employee will be required to travel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment. Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors in conditions including loud and constant noise. Work environment involves minimal exposure to physical risks.

SAFETY

TWU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources and Risk Management within 24 hours of the incident.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Texas Woman's University strives to provide an educational environment that affirms the rights and dignity of each individual, fosters diversity, and encourages a respect for the differences among persons. Discrimination or harassment of any kind is considered inappropriate.

Texas Woman's University is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, age, veteran's status, or against qualified disabled persons.

All positions at Texas Woman's University are deemed security sensitive requiring background checks.

If you are a male between the age of 18 and 25, federal law requires that you must be registered with the U.S. Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions under Selective Service law. Under HB 558, enacted by the 76th Texas State Legislature, if you are currently of the age and gender requiring registration with Selective Service, but knowingly and willfully fail to do so, you are ineligible for employment with an agency in any branch of Texas state government. For additional information regarding registration or status, you can contact the Selective Service System at 847-688-6888 or www.sss.gov.