Head Men's & Women's Swimming and Diving Coach | Franklin College

Franklin, Indiana, Franklin College, an NCAA Division III institution and member of the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference, invites applications for an Head Men's & Women's Swimming Summary The Head Coach is responsible for all aspects of the men's and women's swimming and diving program, including coaching, recruiting, student-athlete development, program administration, budgeting, and NCAA compliance. The successful candidate will foster a positive team culture that emphasizes academic success, sportsmanship, and competitive excellence. Essential Responsibilities The essential functions of this position include instructing athletes on the rules, regulations, and techniques of the sport; organizing and directing individual and group practices; assessing swimmer skills, monitoring athletes during practices and competitions, and tracking athletic performance as needed. The position is responsible for managing and supervising appropriate staffing, including required lifeguards and qualified diving coaches at all practices and competitions, maintaining current lifeguard certifications for all coaching staff, and ensuring compliance with all NCAA requirements for coaches and student-athletes on an annual basis. The coach will uphold all aspects of signed agreements between Franklin College and Franklin Community Schools; develop and manage an approved budget with the Director of Athletics, including operational expenses and fundraising activities; and create and implement recruiting plans that meet or exceed established goals for both the men’s and women’s programs. Additional responsibilities include maintaining regular and timely attendance; managing team social media accounts; communicating practice changes, pool closures, upcoming activities, and competitions to athletes and guardians; enforcing facility and team rules; maintaining familiarity with facility Emergency Action Plans and responding appropriately to emergencies; fostering a welcoming environment that supports athlete retention; submitting accurate time, compliance, and expense reports; completing all required training and certifications as required by the College, USA Swimming, and applicable governing bodies; following all College policies and procedures; and performing other duties as assigned. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of four years of competitive swimming experience. College-level swimming experience is preferred but not required. Previous coaching experience at the college, high school, and/or club level is required. The successful candidate will demonstrate a positive attitude, initiative, strong organizational skills, and effective written and oral communicationabilities, while promoting a balanced lifestyle and supporting the academic and personal development of student-athletes.   Compensation package includes an excellent benefits package including: health, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, sick and holiday time, retirement plan, and full tuition benefits for employees and their immediate family. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should submit a complete application including cover letter, resume and three professional references. Click the following link to apply for position – Franklin College Staff Application or visit employment opportunities at www.FranklinCollege.edu .