THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — California Lutheran University, a member of the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC), seeks a temporary men’s and women’s water polo head coach.
The mission of California Lutheran University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice. Founded in 1959 in beautiful Ventura County, the university has an enrollment of about 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students who come from across the nation and around the world from a diversity of backgrounds, cultures and faiths. As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, Cal Lutheran is looking for candidates with a dedication to and success in working in diverse communities. The university is committed to an inclusive learning and work environment that values individual differences and respects each persons dignity.
Basic Function:
Reporting to and under the direction of the Director of Athletics, this position is responsible for the management and administration of all aspects of the University’s Water Polo program in adherence to the policies, rules and regulations of the University, National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC).
Representative Duties:
- Develops Water Polo skills, strategies and philosophy. E Promotes student-athlete academic achievement/success, welfare and provides appropriate mentoring to student-athletes; effectively communicates with student-athletes and assistant coach(es). E
- Demonstrates competitive success both in the University, SCIAC and NCAA level and promotes positive sportsmanship. E
- Identifies prospective student-athletes who are able to qualify for admission to the University; effectively communicates with prospective student- athletes; effectively communicates and coordinates recruitment efforts with Universitys Office of Admissions; E
- Maintains student athlete squad numbers at or above University recommended threshold; retains student-athletes in the University; retains the student-athletes on the team at an acceptable retention rate. E
- Develops annual budget plan in accordance with Department guidelines; effectively manages the fiscal resources of the program; manage budget expenditures according to the budget plan each year. E
- Operates within all University, SCIAC and NCAA Division III guidelines. E
- Prepares and provides schedules to facilities scheduler and department for practice and competitions within established guidelines; maintains inventory of equipment, uniforms and supplies and purchases, within program resources, replacements as needed; coordinate all team travel and transportation needs according to established policies and procedures; effectively communicates within the Department and with University community on matters pertaining to program. E
- Identifies, hires, trains and evaluates assistant coach(es), including volunteers and graduate assistants; ensures that assistant coach(es)/volunteer(s) adhere to University, SCIAC and NCAA Division III policies, procedures and rules. E
- Serves as primary representative for Water polo to both campus and external constituencies; facilitate student-athlete participation in team sponsored service events; hosts summer and/or other off-season camps/clinics; participates in University athletics and Victory Club events; participates in game management responsibilities and professional development opportunities as available. E
- Additional duties as assigned.
E=Essential Duties
Knowledge Of:
- University, NCAA and SCIAC rules and regulations.
- Rules and strategies related to intercollegiate Water Polo Compliance issues concerning the administration of intercollegiate athletics.
- Coaching theory, techniques, and strategies; technical and tactical coaching of Water Polo
- Recruitment techniques and team management of an intercollegiate athletics program
- Effective promotion of good sportsmanship, academic excellence, positive attitudes and character and integrity.
- The care and prevention of athletic injuries, basic sports injury first aid and emergency procedures
- Principles of sports leadership and training
- Effective planning and organizational methods
- Basic liability and risk management issues.
- Pool maintenance and operation.
- Proper pool protocol for safety and aquatic center standard of operations
Ability To:
- Design and implement recruitment plan for high school and college student- athletes; scout and recruit quality student-athletes.
- Objectively evaluative skills in the areas of physical education and mental development related to Water Polo.
- Work cooperatively with faculty, staff, student and constituent groups outside the University to support the continued success and development of the Water Polo.
- Effectively communicate with student athletes, faculty, staff and the community in oral and written forms.
- Develop an organized program of training for Swim & Dive to ensure success in intercollegiate Water Polo competition.
- Provide leadership to student athletes to encourage both successful academic development and competitive performance.
- Demonstrated experience and expertise in appropriate team building activities
- Possess the physical skills necessary to demonstrate Water Polo techniques
- Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes and work within a team- oriented philosophy.
- Maintain knowledge of and ensure compliance with University, NCAA, and SCIAC rules and regulations.
- Effectively teach fundamentals, skills, regulations, position details and strategies of waterpolo preparation and practice sessions.
- Provide a safe environment for students, athletes, visitors and other constituents.
- Work independently, prioritize, schedule and complete work.
- Maintain confidentiality of records and information; maintain files accurately, in paper and in software programs
- Operate a personal computer and associated software, such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Slate, etc.
- Operate a vehicle to travel and conduct work; work flexible hours with frequent evenings and weekends.
- Travel to and from contests as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination equivalent to: A Bachelors degree and three years of demonstrated success as a coach of an Intercollegiate Water Polo program
Preferred Qualifications:
- A Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Management, or related field Masters Degree Expertise and experience in Athletics Administration
- Masters Swim Coaching Experience Commitment to the values, standards and expectations of NCAA Division III athletics and a liberal arts university
- A proven ability to recruit quality student-athletes, primarily from the Southern California area
Licenses and Other Requirements:
Possession of or ability to obtain CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), AED (automated external defibrillator) and First Aid certifications within 90 days of employment. Ability to work flexible hours with frequent evenings and weekends is required. Travel is required. Valid California drivers license. Class B endorsed CDL License, insurance coverage (if driving own vehicle) or be insurable.
Physical Abilities:
Working Environment:
Indoor and outdoor work environment; driving a vehicle to conduct work; subject to adverse weather conditions; subject to evening, weekend and variable working hours; exposure pool chemicals and fumes
Posting Number: Staff002122022
Desired Start Date: 02/06/2023
Position End Date:
Open Date: 01/30/2023
Close Date: 2/3/2023
Open Until Filled: No
Application Procedure/Special Instructions:
To apply, visit https://careers.callutheran.edu/postings/10406
