Location: Westfield, MA
Category: Athletics
Job Type: Full-time
Posted On: Mon Aug 10 2026
Job Description:
Campus Title: Head Men's & Women's Swimming & Diving Coach/Aquatics Director/Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
State Job Title: Staff Assistant
Department: Athletics
Job Code: HA5600
FLSA Status: Exempt
Funding: 7115-0100
Bargaining Unit: APA
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Timeframe: 43 Weeks
Shift: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm, with night and weekend availability
Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
Supervision Received: Dual reporting structure:
- Head Coaching duties report to the Director of Athletics
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Aquatics Director / CPO duties report to the Assistant Director of Athletics and Recreation
Supervision Exercised: Will supervise assistant coaches for the swimming and diving teams, lifeguards and student employees assigned to the area.
Salary: $47,803 to $50,803 Annually (salary commensurate with education and experience)
CORE DUTIES - Aquatics Director / CPO: 50%
- Will work in conjunction with the Facilities Department CPO, and the maintainer staff on daily pool maintenance and deck/pool cleaning procedures.
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Will hire, train, schedule, and evaluate all aquatics related personnel (lifeguards, pool managers, water safety instructors, etc.).
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Will administer all college and community-based swimming programs.
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Will develop additional aquatics programming for Athletics departmental fundraising that can help benefit the aquatics program.
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Will coordinate scheduled use of the Ely Pool facility with the Departments of Athletics, Sports Medicine and Human Performance Department, Conference and Events Services, and Assistant Director of Athletics and Recreation.
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Will maintain a comprehensive EAP - Emergency Action Plan for the Ely Pool.
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Will manage the Ely pool AED and other safety equipment and follow an annual ordering process for all equipment and supplies.
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Will plan and implement assessment efforts that inform data driven decision making for the programs, services, and activities as it relates to position core duties.
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Will develop and implement intentional programs, services and activities that will meet the unique needs of all student populations as it relates to position core duties.
CORE DUTIES - Coaching: 50%
- Will oversee and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the swimming and diving teams, including teaching skills and strategies for the sport during practice and games in the traditional and non-traditional seasons.
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Will develop and implement a comprehensive recruiting plan to develop highly competitive teams.
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Will support departmental student-athlete support and leadership programs including those centered on academic support, retention, leadership development, community service, and SAAC involvement.
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Will coordinate team logistics with Athletic Department staff and other support personnel such as managers, scorekeepers, etc.
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Will hire, supervise, and evaluate assistant coaches and meet employees.
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Will adhere to and support all rules, conditions and regulations as set forth by Westfield State University, Conference affiliations and the National Collegiate Athletic Association pertaining to all aspects of the team's management.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree
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One to three years' experience in collegiate coaching
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Current Certified Pool Operator - CPO or APO certification required (Recognized by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts)
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Current Certifications in First Aid, CPR, AED, and Lifeguard.
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Successful completion of the NCAA Division III Rules Test for Coaches by the 2nd full week of the playing and practice season
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Strong interpersonal skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences (i.e., students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni, administration and community)
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Ability to work evening, weekends, and holidays as playing and practice schedule dictates
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Ability to lift 25 lbs. with accommodations
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Masters' degree sports administration or related field preferred
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Supervisory and/or managerial experience
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Experience with swimming manager software
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Experience with recruiting database management
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Valid U.S. driver's license
Additional Information:
Salary:
Salaries for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining agreements as well as state policies. State job specifications may be found on the Department of Higher Education's webpage.
Employee Benefits:
Benefits are an important component of an employee's total compensation package.
- Health Insurance: Westfield State offers a variety of HMO, POS, and PPO-type health insurance plans for eligible employees. Coverage is effective on the 1st of the month following the date of hire. Exceptions to employees hired on the 1st of the month, coverage is effective immediately.
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Retirement: the MA State Employee Retirement System provides eligible employees with a retirement pension following a 10-year vesting period. In lieu of the retirement pension, eligible employees may select the Optional Retirement Plan with a maximum 5% employer matching contribution.
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Tuition Waivers & Discounts: eligible employees, including spouses and dependent children, receive reduced tuition at MA state colleges, community colleges, and universities.
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Paid Time Off: employees receive 12 paid holidays and generous vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits.
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Additional information regarding employee benefits is available on the University's Benefits & Wellness webpage.
Disability Accommodations
Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at (413) 572-8809 or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.
Background Check
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration.
