Details
Posted: 05-Mar-26
Location: Tiffin, Ohio
Type: Part-time
Categories:
Coaching
Coaching – Swimming & Diving
Sector:
Collegiate Sports
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
Additional Information:
2 openings available.
Reporting to the respective Head Coach, the Graduate Assistant or Intern Coach is a twelve-month position starting August 1, 2026 and is renewable for two consecutive years (two years total). The 2nd year appointment is contingent upon successful completion of GA duties and responsibilities. All GAs must adhere to their graduate program requirements including maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA and must be enrolled in graduate coursework in each semester of the appointment. Two positions are available.
Responsibilities: • Will serve as an assistant coach with every aspect of the program. • Assist with planning and implementation of training sessions, scouting, recruiting, video analysis, individual player coaching sessions, equipment, academic monitoring, and athlete fitness programs. • Maintain compliance with NCAA, Ohio Athletics Conference (OAC), and University policies, rules, and regulations. • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Application Process: Review the position listing and then complete the online application and supply the following:
1. Letter of Application addressing qualifications, including demonstrated experience in the respective sport for which you are applying, responsibilities and goals
2. Current Professional Resume and Three (3) References
3. Official copy of all undergraduate transcripts
Application Deadline: Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This is a 12-month position and includes tuition for 18 credit hours a year, $5,000 stipend, Room and Board (apartment meal plan). If pursuing the intern role, stipend is $7,000, Room and Board (apartment meal plan) and no tuition.
Requirements CORE VALUES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
• Core values – models leadership values of integrity, honesty, humility, transparency, respectfulness, diversity, caring, loyalty and accountability in all work.
• Intellectual dynamism – demonstrates mental sharpness, capability and agility.
• Self-knowledge – gains insight from successes and mistakes.
• Personal learning – seeks feedback and counsel to improve managerial behavior.
• Peer relationships – encourages collaboration and cooperation across the organization. • Teamwork – performs most effectively as a hard-working member of a team. • Constituency focus – completes work to meet constituencies’ expectations and requirements. • Community focus – brings a spirit of enthusiasm and energy to the campus and town.
Qualifications: • Acceptance into a Graduate Program at Heidelberg University. • Undergraduate experience with athletics and / or intramural sports programs.
• Prior experience with a varsity program in the designated sport. • Must possess a valid US driver’s license within two months of hire date.
CORE VALUES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
• Core values – models leadership values of integrity, honesty, humility, transparency, respectfulness, diversity, caring, loyalty and accountability in all work.
• Intellectual dynamism – demonstrates mental sharpness, capability and agility.
• Self-knowledge – gains insight from successes and mistakes.
• Personal learning – seeks feedback and counsel to improve managerial behavior.
• Peer relationships – encourages collaboration and cooperation across the organization.
• Teamwork – performs most effectively as a hard-working member of a team.
• Constituency focus – completes work to meet constituencies’ expectations and requirements.
• Community focus – brings a spirit of enthusiasm and energy to the campus and town.
Qualifications:
• Acceptance into a Graduate Program at Heidelberg University.
• Undergraduate experience with athletics and / or intramural sports programs.
• Prior experience with a varsity program in the designated sport.
• Must possess a valid US driver’s license within two months of hire date.
About Heidelberg University
MissionHeidelberg University is a community of learning that promotes and nurtures intellectual, personal and professional development, leading to a life of purpose with distinction.Vision StatementHeidelberg will be a welcoming, student-centered university where in-class and out-of-class learning is seamless and continuous. Both the undergraduate and graduate curriculums will effectively integrate liberal arts and professional preparation across disciplines to prepare our students to be global citizens who think critically, communicate effectively, and serve thoughtfully.
