Director of Swimming and Diving

About the role

Hofstra University, a nationally ranked private university in Hempstead, New York, is seeking a full-time Director of Swimming and Diving for its Men's & Women's Swimming and Diving program. The Director leads the strategic direction, administration and competitive success of the program and also serves as its lead coach. The position sits within the Athletics Administration division.

Key responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and administration of the swimming and diving programs, including student-athlete development, recruitment and retention, staffing, budgeting, competitive scheduling, compliance, fundraising, alumni and community engagement, and long-term planning.
• Develop and implement a strategic vision and long-term plan for sustained competitive success.
• Direct coaching, instruction, player development, practice planning and competition preparation.
• Supervise, mentor and evaluate assistant coaches and support staff, and recommend hiring decisions.
• Manage program budgets covering recruiting, travel, scholarships, equipment and operational expenses.
• Coordinate fundraising, alumni engagement and community outreach with Athletics Advancement.
• Ensure compliance with University, NCAA and conference rules and regulations.
• Support student-athlete academic success, retention, graduation, health and well-being.
• Coordinate team travel, scheduling and administrative operations with the assigned sport administrator.
• Represent the University at media, public relations, donor and campus events.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3-5 years of collegiate coaching experience; Division I experience preferred.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays and attend athletic events as appropriate.
• Ability to handle all aspects of administration and comply with Hofstra University, Hofstra Athletics, the Coastal Athletic Association and NCAA rules.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred qualifications

• Lifeguard certification.
• Professional membership or certification with the College Swim Coaches Association of America and/or American Swim Coaches Associations.

Applicants should submit a resume, a cover letter stating their salary requirement, and contact details for three professional references. The deadline is 1/15/2027. The stated salary range is $80,000-$90,000, with benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission and a retirement plan with University contributions.