Head Coach, Women's Swimming

Company: Chaffey College
Location: Rancho Cucamonga
Posted on: April 18, 2025

Job Description:

Position Description

Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.



Under general supervision, the head coach will plan, organize and direct all activities, duties, and responsibilities of his/her respective sport program.

Scope of Assignment
Prepare for all aspects of the season, including; organize practice schedules and assist in the preparation of the season schedule, budgeting, travel and meals, strength and conditioning, consulting on equipment purchases.
Promote leadership in all aspects of the program which include the direction of all assistant coaches and other personnel associated with his/her team.
Promote ethical values of honesty and fair play.
Participate in professional assignments including committee membership and other related activities. Actively fundraise and support the athletic department functions.
Attend athletic department meetings.
Serve as home contest administrator as necessary.
Teach appropriate KINTM courses.



Responsibilities



Recruiting

Organize and execute an aggressive recruiting program of district high school student-athletes.
Recruit students who have a legitimate chance of succeeding academically and socially at the college level.
Actively participate and support high school visitations; individual contacts with the athlete and his parents; home visits; follow-up correspondence; campus visits by athlete; articulate recruiting activities with interested four-year coaches; communicate with all prospects informing them of registration procedures, admission testing.
Contact with Four-Year Schools and Professionals

Contact four-year coaches about present student-athletes who have a desire to attend their institution.
Respond to correspondence and questionnaires from four-year schools and professional teams that request information about our student-athletes.
Encourage four-year coaches to visit our campus to recruit our student-athletes.
Public Relations

Collaborate with public information specialist on all collateral pertaining to team; speak publicly when invited.
Respond to requests from the media.
Student Athlete Success

Monitor student-athletes concerning grades and class schedules.
Recommend appropriate student resources and services.
In conjunction with the Athletic Counselor, will ensure student athletes have an educational plan on file to meet appropriate deadline.
Monitor weekly, semester, and yearly academic progress of student-athletes.
Provide encouragement and support to student-athletes, administer appropriate discipline and, if necessary, dismiss players for misconduct.
Travel

Submit requests for transportation; assist the Athletic Director or designee in arranging for meals and lodging for trips in a timely manner.
Prepare trip itinerary for players; complete appropriate forms in a timely manner.
Purchasing Inventories

Assist in preparing budget for his/her sport program; maintain budget and stay within budget; assist equipment person with inventory; check inventory; and make recommendations for annual equipment/uniform purchases.
Professional Growth

Attend staff meetings and Conference and state coaches' meetings.
Attend coaching clinics.
Keep abreast of current literature in the field.
Maintain membership and participate in meetings at the local and state coaches associations.
Provide Athletic Director with end-of-season summary.
Other Duties

Ensure that each student-athlete completes a physical exam.
Communicate with the Athletic regarding injuries/treatment.
Responsible for each student-athlete submitting eligibility forms and records by established deadlines.
Assist student-athletes with meeting eligibility requirements and attend initial eligibility meeting.
Provide leadership in articulating the athletic program to the Governing Board, administration, community, faculty, and students.
Collaborate with athletic support personnel as required.
Pass annual CCCAA compliance examination.
Attend Athletic Department in-service and other required campus community functions.
Possess a valid California Driver License at all times.
Drive District vehicles as needed.



Qualifications



MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any bachelor's degree or higher and two years of professional experience; or
Any associate degree and six years of professional experience.
Demonstrated evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds in a community college environment.

The professional experience required must be directly related to the assignment.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in kinesiology, physical education, exercise science, education with an emphasis in physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise or adaptive physical education; OR
Bachelors' degree in any of the above AND master's degree in any life science, dance, physiology, health education recreation administration or physical therapy.
Experience coaching, preferably at the collegiate level.



Additional Information



SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Working months: January through May

APPLICATION PROCESS
Chaffey College utilizes an online electronic application system. The application can be accessed at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/chaffey. The application must be completely filled out in detail and clearly show that you meet the qualifications as set forth in the announcement, and you must upload the following documents:

Please do not include any additional documents; only the documents that are indicated below. If you upload documents that are not required, your application may be disqualified. Please do not submit letters of recommendation or documents that contain your photograph.

Cover Letter
Resume
Copy of Transcripts (Transcripts must indicate degree earned/conferred- photocopies or computer printouts are acceptable. Transcripts of all degrees applicable to meeting the minimum qualifications for this position must be included. Copies of diplomas/degrees are NOT acceptable in lieu of transcripts. Official sealed transcripts will be required upon hire. International transcripts must be transcribed and evaluated in English by a bona fide evaluation service. Educational requirements must be met on or before the closing date.)


CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is a seasonal, 5-month, January through May, professional expert position located at the Rancho Cucamonga Campus. Starting salary of $3795/month.
Being able and ready to work in-person with Chaffey students, Chaffey employees, or other members of the Chaffey community/Chaffey partners/Chaffey contractors is an essential function of this job.




EmployerChaffey College
Address5885 Haven Avenue

Rancho Cucamonga, California, 91737
Phone909-652-6526
Websitehttp://www.chaffey.edu

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