Head Swimming Coach - Fashion Institute Of Technology

Job Description:

The Head Swimming Coach will report to the athletic director, and will be responsible for managing all facets of the Women's and Men's Swimming teams in accordance with NJCAA, NE District, Region XV, and FIT Athletics rules and regulations.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

• Assuming full responsibility for student-athlete welfare and team operations during all team-related proceedings.

• Upholding all applicable FIT, and FIT Athletics rules and regulations.

• Recommending appointment/retention of assistant coach and team manager; providing supervision for these staff members.

• Recruiting quality student-athletes based on academic goals as well as athletic ability.

• Attending all practices and meets; providing team and individual skill development.

• Scheduling, planning and organizing practice sessions.

• Scheduling all regular season and postseason meets.

• Entering athletes for scheduled events as required by meet directors in advance of deadline.

• Planning and coordinating team travel arrangements.

• Managing team budget and keeping strict records of all expenditures and receipts.

• Reporting results and providing a synopsis of meets for promotion on website and department social media.

• Assuming full responsibility for monitoring and posting content on Swim Team social media accounts; keeping fans and prospective athletes engaged with creative content year round.

• Reviewing equipment / apparel inventory and preparing orders.

• Promoting the team by participating in various events / activities on and off campus

• Overseeing team academic success and personal growth in team members.

• Attending required coaches meetings and completing trainings as assigned.

• Some driving may be required.

• Other duties as assigned.

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Four years of successful head coaching experience in an academic setting.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Outstanding managerial, organizational, technological and verbal/written communication skills.

• History of success in the areas of recruiting, player development and fostering holistic success in team members.

• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

• Must be able to obtain CPR / AED and lifeguard certification prior to the time of appointment.

• Availability for weekday evening practices and weekend meets.

• Availability for occasional overnight trips, especially postseason meets.

• Valid driver's license in good standing.

Additional Information:

Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled. Successful completion of a background check is required for appointment to this position once an offer has been made.

Salary:

Stipend: $14,068 - $16,000 per annum (based on experience, sport qualifications and budgetary allowance)

Work Schedule:

Days/Hours: M, T, Th & Fri, 7pm

• 9pm, in-person, weekend meets (Saturdays and Sundays); work schedule subject to change based on needs of the department.

Terms: FIT coaching positions consist of at-will appointments that last for one fiscal year, and do not carry any medical, annual leave, sick leave, or other fringe benefit entitlement.

Pay Equity by State Employers

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people of diverse racial and cultural backgrounds. By providing a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual's ability, the FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military service status, genetic information, pregnancy, familial status, citizenship status (except as required to comply with law), or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT's non-discrimination policies may be directed to the Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator, 212 217.3360, titleix@fitnyc.edu.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements

This position will be required to constantly read and comprehend, frequently perform calculations, constantly verbally communicate, constantly analyze, and occasionally writing. The working conditions for this position will be any combination of the classroom, office space and/or outdoors. The physical requirement for this position will require occasional sitting, constant standing, frequent bending, constant walking, and frequently lifting up to 10-20 lbs.

Application Instructions:

In order to considered for this position, please submit the following documents online:

• Resume

• Cover letter

• Unofficial transcript

• A list of three references with telephone numbers and email addresses

Returning Applicants

• Login to your FITNYC Careers Account to check your submitted application materials.

Please note that due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to contact each applicant individually.

Additional information about the Fashion Institute of Technology can be found at: http://www.fitnyc.edu.