Assistant Women’s Swimming & Diving Coach​/Recruiting Coordinator

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Assistant Women’s Swimming & Diving Coach / Recruiting Coordinator

University of New Mexico is inviting applications for a full-time Assistant Women’s Swimming & Diving Coach / Recruiting Coordinator. This position reports directly to the Head Coach and plays an integral role in all aspects of the Division I Women’s Swimming & Diving program.

• Assisting the Head Women’s Swimming & Diving Coach in the planning, organization, and daily operation of all phases of a Division I women’s swimming and diving program
• Recruiting, coaching, mentoring, motivating, and evaluating academically and athletically qualified student‑athletes in full compliance with NCAA regulations, Mountain West Conference policies, and University guidelines
• Overseeing and ensuring adherence to administrative procedures related to team and recruiting travel, budget management, student‑athlete eligibility, and academic progress
• Supporting alumni engagement, fundraising initiatives, and community outreach efforts as assigned
• Assisting with preparation and management of home and away competitions
• Performing additional duties as assigned by the Head Coach

This role requires a highly organized, compliance‑focused professional committed to student‑athlete development and competitive excellence.

• Employees in this job title are subject to the terms and conditions of an employment contract. Employment contracts are typically subject to review and renewal on an annual basis.
• Compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations is required.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Bachelor's degree; no previous experience required.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year‑for‑year basis.

• Prior participation and/or coaching experience at the NCAA Division I level
• Demonstrated success in recruiting, including experience serving as a recruiting coordinator
• Proven ability to lead and manage a training group through a full NCAA competitive cycle
• Experience in community outreach initiatives and active involvement in university‑related activities

• Background Check
  
  Required:
  
  Yes

Campus:
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department:
Athletics Womens Swimming (925H6)

Employment Type:

Staff (Contract)

This is a benefits‑eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs.

As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions.

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. Please attach an updated offer letter and list three professional references.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

All regular staff positions successfully pass a pre‑employment background check, including criminal history, fingerprint screening, verification of credentials, and prior employment.