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William Paterson University employs approximately 1000 full time employees in the state who work in a variety of positions ranging from professors to administrative assistants and administrators, physical plant operations, campus police, athletics coaches, academic advisors, and more. William Paterson University supports a remote friendly hybrid work schedule for this role. William Paterson also boasts a four-day summer work week from mid-May to mid-August (Fridays off), during which all employees participate in our award-winning Summer Learning series.

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Role Description Reporting to the Associate Director of Athletics and Recreation, the Head Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving Coach is a 12-month full-time position responsible for all phases of leading a competitive Division III swimming and diving program.

Department Overview

The William Paterson University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation is an integral part of the University's overall mission to provide its students with a comprehensive educational experience, one that stresses the importance of academic, personal, emotional, social and physical development. As a part of the University's Division of Student Development the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has long been a source of pride for the entire campus community, thanks to the Pioneers' outstanding achievements on and off the competitive fields of play. Currently sponsoring 13 NCAA Division III teams (baseball, men's and women's basketball, field hockey, football, men's golf, men's and women's soccer, softball, men's and women's swimming and diving, women's tennis, women's volleyball), William Paterson is a member of the New Jersey Athletic Conference, one of the most competitive leagues in the nation. At William Paterson, each individual is encouraged and inspired to achieve as a scholar, citizen and athlete. The development of critical life-long values such as hard work, fair play, honesty, integrity, cooperation, leadership and teamwork will help you become not only a successful student-athlete, but also a champion in the game of life.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Provide leadership, organization and supervision for a competitive Division III intercollegiate swimming and diving program.
• Planning, writing and overseeing a seasonal plan. Develop and implement daily practice plans, conditioning regiments, and skill development throughout the season.
• Executes practice organization and implementation and develops competition strategy.
• Coordinates competition schedule.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all team travel arrangements.
• Identifying prospective student-athletes, communicating with PSAs, and setting up visits. Recruit student-athletes within guidelines of William Paterson University and the NCAA.
• Works collaboratively with Office of Admissions.
• Monitors academic progress of student-athletes and develops and implements strategy for retention.
• Assists with development of team budget and abide by same. Manage team needs within parameters of the annual budget; review all budget requests and projected fiscal needs.
• Orders practice and competition equipment.
• Develops working relationship with athletic administration and support staff in the overall management of the swimming and diving program.
• Recommends the hiring of assistant coaches then oversees and evaluates the staff.
• Attends meetings, open house, and workshops as required.
• Adheres to all university, NCAA and NJAC policies and procedures and educate student-athletes about the same.
• Oversee and maintain regularly scheduled open swim sessions for the University community.
• Liaise with Events Scheduling for facility rentals.
• Conducts fundraising activities per university policies and procedures (spring training trip, etc.).
• Devises and distributes communication with swimming and diving alumni.
• Provides site supervision at home athletic contests and administrative assistance in the areas of academics, marketing, compliance and/or strength and conditioning.
• Complete all paperwork in a timely manner regarding rosters, purchase orders, meal expenses, eligibility forms, reimbursements, end-of-season reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned that are appropriate for the position.

Qualifications: Required:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
• Three (3) or more years of post-graduation coaching experience at the collegiate, high school, or club level.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and coach student-athletes.
• Proven track record applying and instructing sport specific skills, techniques, and strategies.
• Successful completion of the NCAA Division III rules test.
• Certification in CPR/AED.
• Valid NJ Adult Pool Supervisor or attained within 30 days of start date.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and virtual communication (email, Teams, Zoom).

Preferred:

• Master's degree.
• Collegiate level swimming and diving coaching experience.
• Head coaching experience.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit qualified student-athletes at the collegiate level.

Personal Attributes and Traits:

• Ability to communication effectively in both oral and written format.
• Proven commitment to help others recognize and expand their talents and potential.
• Capable of influencing others to actively contribute to group goals.
• Dedication to systems and processes by understanding and leveraging knowledge, language, authority structures and work within a given context to establish and honor norms, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Track record of commitment to self- assessment, self-improvement, self-management, and self-direction.

AFT Salary Range - $61,674.62 - $95,623.20

This position may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and dental insurance and retirement plans.

Invitation to apply

Interested candidates will be prompted to complete an application and submit a cover letter and resume/CV.

Submission of all documents listed is required for consideration and all documents should be uploaded where prompted to upload your resume/CV.

General questions related to this application process, please contact talent@wpunj.edu. Please include with your inquiry the Job Requisition number beginning with R as well as the job title and department.

Salary Range:

AFT Salary Range - $61,674.62 - $95,623.20

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EEO Statement:

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