JOB
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Director of Athletics
Status: Exempt
The Head Women’s Water Polo Coach is responsible for all phases of a highly competitive NCAA Division II Water Polo program including, but not limited to, practice and game preparation, recruiting, hiring and supervision of assistant coaches, budget management, alumni and public relations, fundraising, off-season conditioning, and adherence to the rules and regulations of the NCAA, the conference, and Fresno Pacific University. The Head Coach must be committed to the academic, personal, athletic, and spiritual development of student-athletes and demonstrate the ability to recruit and mentor student-athletes who embrace the mission and values of Fresno Pacific University.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Assist in developing and maintaining an athletically competitive NCAA Division II Water Polo program.
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Support all aspects of the program, including scheduling, travel, off-season conditioning, budget management, and equipment inventory.
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Assist with practice and game planning, scouting, and film analysis.
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Foster a positive team culture grounded in integrity, accountability, and excellence.
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Assist in recruiting, retaining, and graduating student-athletes who align with FPU’s mission and academic standards.
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Ensure adherence to NCAA, conference, and institutional recruiting policies.
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Promote holistic student development – academic, spiritual, social, and athletic.
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Comply with NCAA Division II, conference, and university regulations and policies.
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Assist in submitting NCAA and institutional forms accurately and on time.
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Maintain accurate records related to eligibility, participation, and compliance.
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Represent Fresno Pacific University and the Athletics Department with professionalism and integrity.
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Engage in meaningful community service and outreach activities involving student-athletes.
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Participate in fundraising, alumni relations, and Sunbird Club initiatives in coordination with Athletics and University Advancement.
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Demonstrate a commitment to serving and inspiring students and colleagues in a context of a Christian University, integrating your Christian faith into your role and responsibilities.
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Embrace the mission, vision, and values of Fresno Pacific University, affirm the FPU Faith Expectations, and support the ideals and practices articulated in "The Fresno Pacific Idea”
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Uphold and advance Fresno Pacific University’s commitment to Christ-centered higher education, holistic student development, and serving diverse communities.
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Complete tasks timely with work that is comprehensive, complete, and accurate
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Communicates clearly, listens attentively, and seeks to understand others
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Collaborates productively with colleagues of varying skillset
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Other job duties as assigned
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
$70,304-75,000 is the annual salary for this role and reflects what Fresno Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition to compensation, FPU offers a competitive benefits package.
Reserving its rights as a religious institution, Fresno Pacific University is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age or disability, or other classes protected by applicable law. Committed to excellence and actively supportive of cultural diversity, FPU invites individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you should contact FPU’s Human Resources Department at [email protected]. As a religious institution, the University will administer the equal opportunity employment policy consistent with the Fresno Pacific University statement of faith, the FPU Idea and the University’s governance by the Pacific District Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches.
