Head Swim Coach & Aquatics Director

About Simmons

Located in Boston’s historic Fenway area, Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons was founded for equality 125 years ago as one of the first higher education institutions dedicated to helping women become leaders. Today, our university continues to grow and evolve and now offers Boston’s only women’s undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all.

You’re joining our community at an especially exciting time as we continue to innovate for the future. Simmons recently launched a six-school academic structure that leverages our expert faculty and longstanding expertise in professions that make our communities stronger. In addition, we continue to highlight our high-value education proposition that is delivering greater ROI to students and putting them on the fast track to career growth and success.

As a university that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups.

About the Role

Simmons University, an NCAA Division III member of The Great Northeast Athletic Conference, is seeking a Head Swim Coach/Aquatics Director. Reporting to the Director of Athletics and Recreation, this position is responsible for the direction of the swimming & diving program, including recruitment and retention of academically and athletically qualified student athletes, supervision of assistant coach(es), budget management, technique coaching, and innovation regarding fundraising and alumni engagement.

Additionally, this role oversees the cleanliness, safety, and overall presentation of all aquatic facilities, ensuring a high-quality user experience. A state-of-the-art aquatics facility will open in January 2027, featuring a competition pool, diving pit, dryland training room, locker rooms, and more.

Responsibilities

Head Coach

• Conduct all official practices and home meets
• Create pre-season, traditional season, and off-season practice schedules
• Teach individual technique and meet strategy
• Manage team travel trips
• Hire, train, and supervise assistant coaching staff (2)
• Ensure all NCAA eligibility and medical clearance processes in coordination with Director of Sports Medicine
• Manage team funds and fundraising activities
• Conduct athlete leadership training
• Manage family/parent support and engagement
• Mentor and counsel individual athletes with issues of concern and make appropriate referrals
• Nationally recruit academically qualified student athletes
• Coordinate and conduct annual alumnae meet
• Attend and participate in departmental, conference, and university-wide meetings related to duties and responsibilities
• Serve on departmental and/or university, conference, regional, and national committees as requested

Aquatics Director

• Serve as Certified Pool Operator and hire, train, and supervise lifeguards
• Maintain accurate records and standards required for Health & Safety Inspection
• Monitor daily pool operations to adhere to all state and local Health and Safety Regulations
• Conduct and ensure proper maintenance of pools
• Maintain accurate records of pool chemical levels and facility maintenance
• Responsible for inventory of pool chemicals, supplies, and reagents
• Oversee the cleanliness, safety, and overall presentation of all aquatic facilities
• Manage contracts with external rental groups
• Maximize pool usage to serve all constituents

• Other duties as assigned based on skills and interests of the applicant

Requirements

• Certified Pool Operator
• Lifeguard Certification
• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 3 years of college coaching experience
• Ability to use Hy-Tek Meet Manager and Team Manager
• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and regulations governing recruitment, player eligibility, and related functions
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Head coaching experience
• Basic knowledge of Colorado Time Systems
• Collegiate swimming experience

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• On-campus with opportunity for 1-2 remote days based on schedule
• 12-month position, 40 hours/week
• Occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs
• Requires some early mornings, weekend, and evening hours based on seasonal needs

Pay

Targeted hiring compensation range: $53,000 - $73,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience, education, skills, equity, and external market benchmarks.

Benefits

This is a benefits-eligible position. The comprehensive package includes:

• Health benefits
• Retirement savings offerings
• Work-life balance initiatives such as flexible hours and remote work opportunities