Job Description:
Date posted: March 11, 2025
Location: 555 North Sheridan Road, Lake Forest, IL, USA
Lake Forest College, located just north of Chicago, invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Swimming and Diving Coach. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking experience in a Division III collegiate coaching environment and will offer the chosen candidate the opportunity to assist the head coach with all aspects of administering an established and successful collegiate aquatic program. The selected candidate will assist the head coach with a variety of duties to achieve the overall goals and objectives of the swimming and diving program. The position requires a significant commitment to evening and weekend work. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively within the Forester athletic department, supporting the mission, goals, and procedures of both the department and the College.
Responsibilities:
Primary duties may include but are not limited to both on-deck and strength and conditioning coaching of all training groups, recruitment of prospective student-athletes, meet management, scouting, and alumni relations. The successful candidate will foster a positive team environment and motivate student-athletes. Secondary duties include serving as the Aquatics Director for the pool. The Aquatics Director is responsible for lifeguard staffing, certification, scheduling the pool usage, and managing relationships with community partners.
Qualifications:
Qualifications for this position include a bachelor’s degree (required), with collegiate playing and/or coaching experience preferred. Candidates must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work in a team environment.
Eligible for Full-Time benefits. Please visit Employee Benefits | Lake Forest College for more information.
(Salary $42,000 annually)
How to Apply
Review of applications begins immediately. Interested candidates should e-mail a cover letter, resume, and references to [email protected].