FULLERTON, Calif. — The Department of Athletics at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for an Assistant Women’s Water Polo Coach position with anticipated appointment to begin Fall 2022.
California State University, Fullerton is a minority-serving institution, and an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to increasing the diversity of the campus community and the curriculum, and fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Aligning with the university’s vision and mission, the Titans Athletic department’s inclusive culture promotes equitable participation for our student-athletes as well as enhances the career objectives for coaches, administration and staff and is all geared towards improving the learning and competitive environment which enables our student-athletes to reach their full potential both in the classroom and in their respective sports. Candidates who can contribute to this environment through their work are encouraged to identify their strengths and experiences in this area. Individuals advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals and those from groups whose underrepresentation has been severe, and longstanding are particularly encouraged to apply.
Position
The Water Polo program at California State University, Fullerton is a highly competitive program which competes in the NCAA Division I Big West Conference. The Assistant Water Polo Coach reports directly to the Head Water Polo Coach and they assist with coaching in this program in addition to the following duties:
- Assist with coaching a highly competitive Water Polo program which competes in the NCAA Division I Big West Conference
- Assist with recruiting Division I quality student-athletes
- Assist with monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes
- Lead, monitor, and coordinate training and practice sessions, ensuring that all appropriate safety guidelines and standards are maintained
- Know and abide by NCAA, University, and Big West rules and regulations
- Work in conjunction with the head coach regarding travel coordination, scheduling, and practice planning
- Scout and conduct statistical analysis of recruits and opponents
- Work closely with Athletics administration and staff in regards to Water Polo program responsibilities and policy compliance
- Take an active role in marketing the Water Polo program on campus and within the community through public appearances, fundraising and promotional efforts
- Other duties as assigned by the Head Water Polo Coach
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Proven ability to recruit highly skilled student-athletes and a demonstrated commitment to their satisfactory academic progress
- Possession of excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
- Ability to interact successfully with a wide and culturally diverse range of students and to work harmoniously with students and colleagues
- Demonstrated competitive on-court coaching ability and skills
Rank & Salary
This is a faculty bargaining unit, 12-month, full time position. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. CSU Fullerton offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package which includes health/vision/dental plans and a defined-benefit retirement through the state system. For a detailed description of faculty benefits go to: https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/
Application Procedure
A complete on-line application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit http://hr.fullerton.edu/careers/Faculty.php, choose full-time faculty, search for position #518095, and provide the following required materials:
- Cover Letter in which the applicant addresses:
- Qualifications for the position
- Desire to work at California State University, Fullerton
- Resume
- Candidate Statement on Commitment to Inclusive Excellence
This statement provides the candidate’s unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting diversity, inclusion, and social justice in their professional careers. The purpose of the diversity statement is to help departments identify candidates who have professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to engage in activities that could help CSUF contribute to its mission in these areas.
- A list of three references with relevant contact information
All applicants will be required to have three letters of recommendation submitted. Please have these ready for the referents to submit. On the References page of the online application, enter information and email addresses for three referents who will provide a confidential letter of reference for your application. At the appropriate time in the search process, they will receive a request via email along with information on uploading the letter. You will be able to verify that each letter has been received by CSUF by logging back into your applicant portal.
Please direct all questions about the position to: Ashley Lowery at aslowery@fullerton.edu
Application Deadline
To be assured full consideration, all application materials must be received by September 8, 2022. Review of applications may continue until the position is filled. To apply, CLICK HERE.
