Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Swim
Position Number: 40028673
Payroll Title: COACH AST 2
Job Code: 005046
Job Open Date: May 29, 2026
Application Review Begins: As of 7/2/26, still accepting applications, open until filled
Department Code (Name): ATHL (ATHLETICS)
Percentage of Time: 100
Union Code (Name): 99
Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Contract
FLSA Status: Exempt
Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program): PSS
Salary Grade: BYA
Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $35,287-$41,280/year. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University.
Work Location: Intercollegiate Athletics - 1120A
Working Days and Hours: Monday - Sunday, as needed
Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits
Special Instructions:
For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.
Department Marketing Statement:
UC Santa Barbara is located on the Pacific Ocean, ranks among the top-10 public universities in the nation and is a member of the prestigious Associa of American Universities. The UCSB Athletics Department includes 20 intercollegiate sports teams and 450 student-athletes that compete for championships in the Big West Conference and at the NCAA Division 1 level Gauchos have won a record 10 Big West Confe ence Commissioner's Cups representing the league's all-sports champion.
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Brief Summary of Job Duties:
Assist the Head Coach in the design, supervision and implementation of a well-disciplined, competitive and comprehensive Intercollegiate Athletics sport program utilizing sound teaching principles. Abide by all local, state, federal and specialized mandates, including NCAA, Big West Conference and University and Department of Athletics rules, policies and regulations.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
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Bachelor's Degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
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1-3 years Prior coaching experience at the collegiate level
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Need to maintain NCAA Certified Recruiter Status
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Need to maintain CPR/AED and First Aid Certificaiton
Preferred Qualifications:
Special Conditions of Employment:
Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse
UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act
Satisfactory criminal history background check
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UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.
“Misconduct” means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
Job Functions and Percentages of Time:
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60% Student-Athlete Skills, Duties and Responsibilities - Student-Athlete Skill Instruction, Player Development, Team & Game Preparation: Under general direction of the head coach, performs assigned coaching duties. Assists in all aspects of training and coaching with thorough knowledge of the sport - teaching skill development, assisting with coaching strategies, applying techniques, and developing player skills. Assists with organization and implementation of pre-season conditioning program working with head coach and strength coach to put together conditioning program and assisting student-athletes in completing the program. Conducts preseason, regular season and permissible out of season practices and training programs. Prepares effective game plans for opponents, analyze game situations, develop and communicate adjustments during the competition, and ensure plans are consistent with the skills and abilities of the student-athletes. Travels to away competitions and assist with team management. Maintains professional conduct at all times in the teaching and coaching of student athletes and during team and game preparation. Keeps informed of trends and changes in respective sport, maintain membership in professional organizations, and attend clinics or conferences when appropriate.
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40% Administrative Duties - Assists with recruiting prospective student-athletes within the rules and regulations of the NCAA, Big West Conference and UCSB. Recruiting duties may include calling prospective student-athletes, evaluating talent, organizing official visits, and maintaining accurate recruiting records. Assists with apparel and equipment ordering, working within budget limitations and keeping accurate records of inventory. Assists with the coordination of team and recruiting travel arrangements. Assists with the planning and organization of team and department community service activities. Works cooperatively with personnel in the Athletics Department, the University community and the general public.
UC Vaccination Programs Policy:
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccinations Programs.
As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals* must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
For more information, please visit University of California Policy on Vaccinations – https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy
- Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
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