Job Details

Assistant Coach, Women'S Swimming And Diving

Position Number: 7123023
Location: Providence, RI
Position Type: Athletics/Coaching

Assistant Coach, Women'S Swimming And Diving
Brown University

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Job Description:

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking candidates for the
Assistant Coach, Women's Swimming and Diving position. Located in
Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our
intercollegiate athletics program consists of 38 varsity teams with
approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National
Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-DI).

The Assistant Coach is the assistant to the Head Coach, taking on
significant responsibilities in practice planning, game strategy, and player
mentorship. This role focuses on individual player development and
serves as a direct line of communication between the head coach and
athletes.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree required.

2-4 years of coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate
level.

Strong knowledge of the sport and player development.

Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Job Competencies

Solid understanding of the sport's rules, strategies, and
techniques.

Working knowledge of NCAA/league compliance requirements.

Knowledge of athlete skill development and position-specific

training.

Understanding of recruiting processes and athlete evaluation
methods.

Awareness of injury prevention and safe training practices.

Strong instructional and coaching skills for both individual and
team development.

Effective communication skills with athletes, colleagues, and
recruits.

Organization and time management skills.

Ability to utilize video analysis and performance review tools.

Basic data collection and performance tracking skills.

Ability to assist in designing and executing practice plans.

Ability to evaluate athlete performance and provide constructive
feedback.

Ability to support recruiting initiatives and relationship-building
with prospective athletes.

Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond effectively
under pressure.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to compliance
standards.

All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical
conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of
the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League
rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or
any knowledge of violations within the division are to be reported to the
compliance office and appropriate parties. Employees in coaching
positions must receive annual rules education on NCAA legislation related
to recruiting by the compliance office and maintain current AED/CPR and
First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the
Division).

Background Check - Criminal, Education, MVR

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful
completion of a background check and education verification
satisfactory to Brown.

Employees in coaching positions must receive annual rules education on
NCAA legislation related to recruiting by the compliance office and
maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is
available at no cost through the Division).

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-04-27

Job Posting Title:
Assistant Coach, Women's Swimming and Diving

Department:
Athletics and Recreation

Grade:
Grade 10

Worker Type:
Employee

Worker Sub-Type:
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:
Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5

Position Work Location:
Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.