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, safety and conduct of the cadet-athletes within the sport program.
• Supervises other support staff to ensure compliance to applicable rules, policies, and procedures; provides orientation, training and guidance as needed; conducts performance evaluations.

20% Recruiting 

• Has a role in the identification, recruitment, and selection of prospective Cadet-athletes; ensures compliance with NCAA recruiting rules and regulations; initiates process for determining academic eligibility.
• Recruit quality prospective Cadet-athletes and ensure timely submission of their academic records for admissions.

5% Academics 

• Provide an overall positive educational environment for Cadet-athletes conducive to learning, athletic development, social growth, and preparing them for life beyond college. 

• Supervise, in conjunction with the athletic tutoring and advising program, the total academic progress of the team implementing corrective action plans through appropriate staff.

25% Administrative 

• Work to integrate sports into the whole spectrum of USMA life to complement the AWPAA and USMA mission in the military community. 
• Assist the Director, Swimming and Diving in the administration of the entire sport program, including, but not limited to daily practices, game planning and implementation, recruiting, equipment management, facilities scheduling, and budget.
• Ensures that team travel arrangements are in compliance with USMA, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations, to include monitoring development of travel itineraries and coordination of travel plans.
• Ensures safety of Cadet-athlete and coaching staff through careful monitoring of the condition of athletics equipment and facilities utilized by designated sport; submits requirements for repair, maintenance, and improvement of facilities to facility manager, when appropriate.

15% Engagement/Camps & Clinics 

• Perform both direct and indirect public relations functions including promotion, fundraising, public speaking, community events, and through camps and/or clinics. Serve on departmental committees as requested.

• Assist with departmental needs as requested; when practical under the circumstances, staff are encouraged to voluntarily attend athletic events to promote audience participation and support for AWPAA sport programs.
• Participates in camps, clinics, exhibitions, and campus activities as approved by AWPAA NCAA Compliance Office.

5% Other Duties as Assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Work Conditions & Physical Requirements

This position must be able to handle the physical demands of training sessions, recruiting events, and competition. 

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• The person in this position frequently communicates with cadets to enhance their sport performance. Must be able to exchange accurate information with these cadets.
• Must be able to detect performance issues from long distances.
• Frequently moves equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across campus for various events.
• Constantly works in outdoor weather conditions.

Travel 

N/A

Required Qualifications

• Relevant experience with competitive and coaching collegiate diving.
• Ability to collaborate with coaching staff and to support the vision of Director, Swimming and Diving.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with coaches, administrators, Cadet-athletes, prospective Cadet-athletes, parents, etc.
• Takes initiative, hardworking, ability/willingness to figure out solutions to problems independently, and is creative.
• Extremely organized, detail-oriented, self-starter and intrinsically motivated.
• Strong management and leadership skills; Proven ability to multi-task effectively.
• Ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree.
• 4 years of diving experience.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States of America, without sponsorship.
• Must be eligible to work on a military installation, including a willingness to submit to a background screen.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Pay Range

$20.00 per hour

About Us

USMA is renowned as the world’s preeminent leadership development institution. Located on the banks of the Hudson River in West Point, NY, it is approximately one hour from New York City. The mission of USMA is “to build, educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets to be commissioned leaders of character committed to the Army Values and ready for a lifetime of service to the Army and Nation.” This position will be housed within the AWPAA, which is a non-profit corporation organized to manage and support the 30 intercollegiate athletic programs at the Academy. The AWPAA mission is to recruit, educate, train and inspire leaders of character who are committed to the Army an extraordinary NCAA Division I athletic experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AWPAA is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by law.

Applicant qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by law. 

Disclaimer Statement

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.