Assistant Diving Coach

Summary The Assistant Coach is responsible for supporting the Director, Swimming and Diving, by coaching Cadet-athletes, recruiting, monitoring Cadet-athletes’ academic progress, scheduling, managing travel, overseeing the discipline and conduct of the Cadet-athletes. All the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence with the policies, rules, and regulations of the United States Military Academy (“USMA”), Army West Point Athletic Association Inc. (“AWPAA”), the Patriot League Conference (“Conference”), and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (“NCAA”). Scope of Impact The responsibilities outlined in this job description are integral to the success of the AWPAA Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving programs and AWPAA. This position has high level influence in the recruiting, coaching and development of the Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving programs. This person represents the Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving programs at all times in public and is willing to do all duties needed of the program. Decisions made by this position impact the health and safety of Cadet-athletes and public relations for AWPAA and USMA. Failure to comply with NCAA rules could result in NCAA violations, negative publicity and a negative impact on recruiting. Decisions associated with designated responsibilities will be made in conjunction with the Head Diving Coach, Director, Swimming and Diving, and the designated Sport Administrator. Level of Decision Making The position acts as an extension of the Director, Swimming and Diving, and has direct access to the Cadet-athletes. The employee must maintain a high level of professionalism, moral and ethical character, and be a role model. Success Factors Success in this position will be evaluated by the Supervisor on the employee’s performance in a variety of areas, including but not limited to: Commitment to AWPAA Mission, Vision and Values; and supporting the AWPAA Strategic Plan and Priority Results. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 30% Coaching Promotes the philosophy and objectives of AWPAA; to include adhering to and enforcing all applicable policies and procedures, as well as rules and regulations of USMA, the Conference, and the NCAA. Assists the Director, Swimming and Diving the ongoing teaching and instruction of Cadet-athletes in the performance of their sport such as, but not limited to, games, practices, individual and team workouts, and conditioning sessions. Coach and instruct student-athletes individually and in groups and demonstrate game techniques and skills required to be successful. Plan and attend coaching and practice sessions, games, tournaments, etc. in accordance with NCAA and conference regulations for specified positions. Develop, recommend, and teach game strategy. Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of Cadet-athletes to support the image and reputation of the department and academy. Responsible for the development,…