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Head Coach Men’s & Women’s Swim & Dive

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Jun 2026

💰 $65,000/yr($60,833/yr – $65,000/yr)

About the role

Position Information

Position Title Head Coach Men’s & Women’s Swim & Dive Position Type Regular Job Number SA82724 Full or Part Time full-time 40 hours weekly Fair Labor Standard Act Classification Exempt Anticipated Pay Range $60,833-$65,000 Pay Range Information

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

Reporting to the Athletics Director (the “Director”), the Head Coach is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and management of Chapman University’s NCAA Division III varsity men’s and women’s swimming and diving programs. Primary responsibilities include coaching, recruiting, student-athlete development, program administration, budget management, fundraising, and supporting the Department of Athletics.

The Head Coach oversees student-athletes, assistant coaches, volunteers, and program staff, and is responsible for the safe and efficient daily operation of aquatics facilities, including the pool, spa, locker rooms, and weight room spaces. This is a 10-month position, operating annually from August 1 through May 31, and requires a flexible work schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and team travel.

The successful candidate is expected to maintain full compliance with all rules and regulations established by Chapman University, the SCIAC Conference, and the NCAA, as well as relevant laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

Coaching & Student-Athlete Development

Coach, instruct, and condition swimming and diving student-athletes in sport fundamentals, skill development, and strategy while fostering an educationally sound and developmentally enriching environment.
Develop and conduct daily practices and oversee a competitive NCAA intercollegiate schedule, including ensuring travel to and from away competitions, consistent with department and University policies.
Develop, manage, and communicate a comprehensive annual program calendar that includes traditional and non-traditional seasons.

Recruiting

Recruit, motivate, and retain student athletes consistent with institutional admissions and roster management expectations, policies, and practices. Collaborate with administrators to determine appropriate roster size.
Partner with the Office of Admissions to best align with University goals in recruiting prospective students.
Build and maintain strong relationships and communicate regularly with high school coaches, club programs and other prospective student contacts to reach a broad and talented pipeline, through activities that include but are not limited to in-person evaluations, campus visits and events, and facilitating applications and pre-reads

Team Leadership & Management

Support the holistic development of student-athletes by partnering with different University colleagues and offices, athletic training staff, academic support, and campus resources to promote health, safety, and overall emotional, physical, and social well-being.
Report and discuss concerns that implicate student mental health, student conduct, allegations of potential hazing, misconduct, discrimination, harassment or retaliation or other concerns about student well-being or conduct with Student Affairs. Educate assistant coaches and volunteer coaches on their obligations to do the same.
Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate assistant coaches, volunteer coaches, and student workers for assigned sport and job responsibilities.
Promote a culture of professionalism, respect, accountability, and continuous growth.
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with student-athletes, assistant and volunteer coaches, and other program staff. Educate assistant coaches and volunteer coaches on their obligations to do the same.
Participate in professional development opportunities through recognized national coaching and sport organizations, in adherence with institutional policies and dependent on available resources.
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