Assistant Coach - Men's & Women's Swimming and Diving

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Assistant Coach - Men's & Women's Swimming and Diving Non-Discrimination Statement

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Elizabeth M. Garcia

Title IX Coordinator

Office of Institutional Compliance & Title IX

Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Suite 315

elizabeth.garcia2@scranton.edu

(570) 941-6645

https://www.scranton.edu/compliance-titleix/

The University of Scranton is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator.

University Mission

The University of Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit university animated by the spiritual vision of Saint Ignatius Loyola, a tradition of excellence, and a commitment to the common good. The University is a community dedicated to the formation of students, and to the freedom of inquiry and personal development fundamental to the growth in wisdom and integrity of all who share its life.

Department Athletics Job Purpose

Responsible for assisting the head coach in the daily operations and overall administration of a varsity intercollegiate sport program and instruction of student- athletes, within the guidelines, rules and regulations of The University of Scranton, Landmark Conference and the NCAA.

Essential Duties

• Lead training and practice sessions, ensuring that all appropriate safety guidelines and standards are maintained
• Perform specific coaching and instructional responsibilities during athletic events
• Attend coach's preparatory meetings and implement strategies resulting from these meetings
• Develop a comprehensive and functional knowledge of the sport and maintain a thorough and continuing familiarity with all applicable University, Landmark Conference and NCAA regulations
• Scout and recruit quality student-athletes under the guidance and direction of the head coach and coordinate all recruiting activities with the head coach and with appropriate departmental personnel
• Work closely with athletic training staff to insure safety of all student-athletes
• Represents the sports program to various institutional programs and externally to the media, alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff and the general public

Additional Skills Required

• Must possess current state driver's license
• Maintain current certification in CPR, First Aid & AED and recertify as needed on an annual basis
• Must be capable of moderate physical activity and have the ability to work and display a cooperative attitude toward all other sports programs and other functions of the University and the Athletic Department
• Must have the ability to develop a positive working relationship with all support offices both in the department and on campus
• The ability to uphold human dignity and respect by recognizing each person's worth, valuing diverse perspectives, and treating others with kindness, fairness, and empathy
• Must be able to respect, support and contribute to the University's Catholic and Jesuit mission

Minimum Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required

Preferred Education Minimum Job Experience Requirements

Intercollegiate playing experience in this sport required

Preferred Qualifications Years of Experience University Classification Technical FLSA Classification Exempt Schedule/Work Hours Hours vary due to nature of position. Full Time/Part Time Part-Time Annual Schedule 10

Posting Details

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants Posting Number S1054P Open Date 08/06/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents