Details
Posted: 19-Mar-26
Location: Canton, Ohio
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Coaching
Coaching – Swimming & Diving
Sector:
Collegiate Sports
Job Summary: The head coach is responsible for all aspects of the men’s and women’s swim and dive program, focusing on high-level training, recruitment of qualified student-athletes, program administration, including scheduling and fundraising.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Plan and facilitate training, practices and meet preparation including technical instruction and overall program conditioning. Actively identify, evaluate and recruit qualified student-athletes who align with the university’s academic, athletic and community standards. Oversee administrative tasks including competition scheduling, travel, budget management and equipment maintenance. Monitor academic progress, support the physical and mental well-being of athletes and promote character development. Adhere to all NCAA DII, GMAC and university guidelines and regulations Manage all aspects of home meets and attend scheduled away competitions, including off-season training. Organize team fundraising events, engage with alumni and participate in community service opportunities. Supervise graduate assistants and student staff, creating a Christ-centered environment that promotes growth and belonging.
The head coach must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrate a commitment to the holistic development of student-athletes, work independently, problem solve and manage multiple projects effectively. An ability to handle sensitive situations with confidentiality is a must. Proficiency with Meet Manager/Hy-Tek/Divemeets software is required.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands: Work requires early mornings, evenings and weekends. Travel is required for competitions and recruiting. Must be able to work in hot, humid pool environment.
Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.
- Previous coaching experience (preferably collegiate) and/or high level competition experience
- Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
- Valid driver’s license
- CPR/AED/First Aid certification
About Malone University
Celebrating more than 130 years of higher education, Malone University in Canton, Ohio, is a Christian university for the arts, sciences, and professions in the liberal arts tradition, affiliated with the Evangelical Friends Church. Malone provides a faith-integrated education that equips its graduates to identify God’s calling for their lives while they gain the skills necessary to serve, engage, and transform the communities in which they live and work.
Malone University once again ranks among the Best Regional Universities in the Midwest in a recent survey by U.S. News & World Report, achieving #71 overall and #53 for Social Mobility in 2020. Malone is also identified by U.S. News as a Best Value School, ranking 33rd among colleges and universities in the Midwest. Malone University has an established policy of equal academic and employment opportunity. This policy is applied to all qualified students, employees and applicants for admission or employment, in all university programs and activities, without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, or military or veteran status. Malone University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.
