Head Coach, Water Polo

About the role

The Athletics Department at Marist University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month position as the Head Coach, Water Polo. This position reports to the Director of Athletics. The Head Water Polo Coach is responsible for leading all phases of the program in accordance with all rules and regulations of the NCAA, MAAC and Marist University.

Responsibilities

• Evaluation and recruitment of qualified student-athletes with the potential for academic and athletic success.
• Oversee the plan for each water polo season, including competitive schedule and practices, i.e., scheduling facilities, administration of practice schedule, overseeing travel arrangements for away competition, and any necessary communication with officials.
• Ensure compliance of the program with all NCAA, MAAC and Marist University rules, regulations, and policies.
• Supervise and evaluate assistant coaches and other staff as assigned. Direct and coordinate the activities of assistant coaches in recruiting, team management and practice and game planning.
• Manage operating budget. Determine fiscal requirements and prepare budgetary recommendations; monitor, verify and reconcile expenditures of budgeted funds.
• Aid as needed to raise funds to support the water polo program and Athletics department.
• Take part in scheduled compliance education sessions.
• Attend and participate, in full regalia, in the undergraduate commencement ceremonies at the end of each academic year.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience
• Valid driver's license with no serious convictions

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred

Skills

• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively
• Experience with NCAA and MAAC regulations
• Knowledgeable about recruiting and team management

Benefits

• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 4 weeks of paid vacation beginning in the 6th year of employment
• Unlimited paid sick time
• 14+ paid holidays per year
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD)
• Life insurance
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation
• 403(b) defined contribution plan: First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%
• University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years
• Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution
• Tuition Benefits: Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar
• Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution

Pay

$70,000 - $80,000

Schedule

Monday-Friday, Evenings, Weekends, Occasional Holidays

Contact Information

For more information, please visit Marist University's website.