BALTIMORE, Md. — The Johns Hopkins University, a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) multi-divisional member and participant in NCAA Division and the Mid-Atlantic Water Polo Conference (MAWPC), is accepting applications from qualified candidates for its head coach of men’s water polo.
This position upholds the integrity, academic profile, and mission of the water polo program, Department of Athletics and Recreation, and the University. The head coach works closely with other coaches, the athletics administrative staff, and the broader university community to ensure the best experience possible for all student-athletes.
The roles and responsibilities of the Head Men’s Water Polo Coach include, but are not limited to:
- Development of the water polo team: practice planning, training sessions, scheduling contests, monitoring budget, establishing effective communication with team and staff members.
- Recruitment of prospective student-athletes that meet the academic profile of the university.
- Adherence to all departmental, institutional, CWPA, and NCAA rules, regulations, and protocols.
- Supervision and direction of assistant coaches, team members, and managers.
- In coordination with athletic development staff, establishment of program fundraising priorities; implementation of appropriate cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies in accordance with departmental and institutional standards.
- Proactive partnership and effective collaboration with all administrative areas of the department: finance, HR, development and alumni relations, athletic training, strength & conditioning, athletic communications, facilities, event management, equipment room, and compliance.
- Facilitation of student-athletes’ connection to campus resources.
- Demonstration of leadership, sportsmanship, and mature conduct.
- Maintenance of a fair and objective relationship with team members.
- Oversight and inventory management of water polo equipment and uniforms.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree with five years collegiate varsity coaching experience. Must have current and valid CPR/AED certifications.
Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree with seven years of varsity collegiate coaching experience.
Candidates must have strong interpersonal skills, as well as a demonstrated ability to recruit, retain, train, and develop student-athletes. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations is required. The ability to relate to both internal and external campus constituencies is also required. Johns Hopkins is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving the collegiate experience for first generation and under-represented groups. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional Salary Information: Position is currently classified as part-time; a review of the position is underway, and classification is subject to change. Salary will be commensurate with experience. The Johns Hopkins University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.
Please send a cover letter, resume and at least three references to rromyn1@jhu.edu with Head Men’s Water Polo Coach in the subject line.
