Head Diving Coach

Description Job Classification: Seasonal Reports to: Director of Swimming & Diving Department: Athletics Summary The Head Diving coach will create and sustain a vision that embodies the purpose and the goals of athletics at Mercersburg. The primary focus for every coach at Mercersburg is to provide a transformative experience for every participant in their program, regardless of level of play or area of contribution. The Diving coach is responsible for managing daily operations and other program-related duties.

The Head Diving coach manages a diving program that collaborates with the Director of Swimming and Diving and other athletic staff to ensure a cohesive and successful aquatics program. The Head Diving coach is highly active in admission recruiting for the school, works with families on college recruiting opportunities, and engages in clinics, camps, and conferences in the off-season. Responsibilities and Duties The Head Diving Coach is responsible for leading the girls and boys’ diving program and mentoring student-athletes in athletic and personal development.

This role requires a passion for diving and the ability to create a positive and inclusive team culture that fosters growth and success. Leadership Establish a vision for the program and demonstrate a commitment to the mission and the purpose of the program. Communicate and embody the competitive and cooperative nature of athletics, the need for teaching and learning, and the drive for achievement and improvement. Effectively set and communicate short, intermediate, and long-term goals and execute action steps with the coaching staff and team(s).

Create and maintain an atmosphere of trust and respect for, and between, athletes and coaches through demonstration and application of integrity and high ideals in the sport and in relationships with athletes and coaches. Exercise self-control and sound judgment when engaged with staff and athletes during practices and competitive events, as well as beyond the athletic venue. Consistently apply and strongly adhere to the rules of competition relative to the sport and a respectful approach to both victory and defeat. Organization and Instruction Prepare and execute practices, contests, and other components of team operations effectively and efficiently.

Demonstrate proficient technical knowledge and strategies. Effectively convey these skills in teaching and guiding athletes of all abilities in the sport. Community Promote and support all athletic teams. Emphasize, encourage, and recognize academic endeavors and other areas of school life beyond the athletic sphere. Explore and encourage participation by athletes and coaches in charitable and community oriented activities. Administrative/Program Management Adhere to athletic department philosophy, policies, guidelines, and calendar items. Work with the athletic leadership to effectively administer and monitor team operations, including preseason preparations and post-season assessments…

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