Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach

Overview

Macalester College seeks an Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach to support the leadership and direction of all phases of a successful and competitive NCAA Division III swimming and diving program. This position assists with team practices, competitions, recruiting, event management, and student-athlete development, and also assists with coaching Macalester’s Masters swimming program. The successful candidate will contribute to a positive, inclusive, and team-oriented environment that supports the athletic, academic, and personal development of student-athletes.

This is a 12-month position with approximately 3–15 hours per week depending on the season; evening and weekend hours are required.

About the Department:
Macalester College Athletics is committed to providing an excellent student-athlete experience within a highly selective liberal arts college. The swimming and diving program emphasizes competitive excellence, academic achievement, personal growth, inclusion, and the holistic wellbeing of its student-athletes. The Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach will work collaboratively with the Head Coach and coaching staff to support the continued success and development of the program

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Responsibilities:

• Assist with planning and conducting safe, effective team practices.

• Provide coaching and instruction during practices and competitions.

• Assist with the supervision and operation of Masters swimming workouts.

• Support home meet preparation, recruiting, and other program events as needed.

• Assist with recruiting activities as needed.

• Promote a positive, inclusive, and team-oriented environment and represent Macalester and its athletics program with professionalism, integrity, and sportsmanship.

• Develop positive working relationships with student-athletes, families, coaches, officials, colleagues, and members of the campus and broader community.

Qualifications: 

• Valid driver’s license required.

• 1–3+ years of collegiate swimming experience is preferred.

• Knowledge of swimming training methods, practice planning, and competitive strategies.

• Strong teaching, leadership, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

• General proficiency with current office and computer technology.

• Ability to contribute positively to a collaborative, team-oriented athletics department.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Compensation:

$7,800.00-$7,800.00 Annually

Benefits

At Macalester, we are proud to offer excellent comprehensive employee benefits. Here are some highlights:

• 10% employer contributions to the retirement plan
• Outstanding vacation and sick time packages, plus an additional 10 holidays
• Competitive health, dental, vision, and life & disability insurance
• Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account
• Tuition assistance which pays between 75% - 90% of eligible tuition for employee dependents at select institutions
• Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan
• Access to the athletics fitness facility, wellness coaching, and activities

These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer! To see our full benefits packages and options, please visit our Benefits Page

 

Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.

Application Guidelines

For best consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume through the Macalester Employment Opportunities webpage by August 26th, 2026. No applications will be received after this date.
 
Kim Price
Interim - Talent Acquisition Manager
[email protected]
 

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