Assistant Water Polo Coach (Part-Time)

Job title: Assistant Water Polo Coach (Part-Time)

About the Role Two (2) part-time Assistant Water Polo Coaches are sought to support LIU Men’s and Women’s Water Polo programs for 9 months (September 1, 2025 - May 31, 2026). These positions assist the head coach in practice planning, player development, recruitment, and program administration, contributing to a competitive and positive team environment.

What You'll Do

• Coaching and Leadership: Collaborate with the head coach to implement effective coaching strategies that develop players’ technical skills, tactical understanding, and overall performance. Foster a team culture rooted in discipline, accountability, and sportsmanship.
• Recruitment: Participate in scouting and recruiting efforts to identify and attract top talent. Build and maintain relationships with high school coaches, club programs, and prospective student-athletes.
• Team Management: Support the daily operations of the program including practice organization, match preparation, travel logistics, and student-athlete welfare.
• Game Management: Assist with game day operations, including scouting, in-game coaching, and post-game analysis. Help manage game strategies and make real-time adjustments.
• Player Development: Mentor and support student-athletes, focusing on their athletic and academic progress. Conduct individual meetings to discuss performance, goals, and improvement strategies.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the strength and conditioning staff, athletic trainers, and academic advisors to ensure a comprehensive support system for student-athletes.
• Academic Support: Partner with academic support services to ensure student-athletes maintain strong academic standing and make progress toward their degrees.
• Compliance: Uphold NCAA, conference, and university regulations at all times. Promote a program committed to integrity and ethical standards.
• Community Engagement: Represent LIU and the soccer program within the campus and local communities. Assist in outreach initiatives and foster connections with alumni and supporters.
• Budget Management: Assist with aspects of the program budget, ensuring efficient and responsible use of resources.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Management, Physical Education, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of coaching experience at the collegiate level or higher, with a proven track record of success.
• Strong knowledge of water polo techniques, strategies, and trends.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with student-athletes, staff, and administration.
• Commitment to adhering to NCAA regulations and LIU's mission and values.
• Willingness to work irregular hours and travel including evenings and weekends.

Nice to Have

• Previous coaching experience at an NCAA Division I institution.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting top-level student-athletes.
• Experience with community engagement and building program visibility.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $27.00 - $28.00 per hour (USD).
• FLSA Status: Non-exempt.
• Contract: Part-Time, 9 Months (Sept 1, 2025 - May 31, 2026). Start Date: As soon as possible. Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026.