Position Summary 

The Hilltoppers Assistant Coach will work in conjunction with the Hilltopper Head Coach as a leader of the program.  
 
The Assistant Coach is responsible for coaching the Gold group and other training group(s) as assigned, creating corresponding annual and multi-year training progressions, communicating to members, completing meet entries for assigned training groups, assisting in organizing and supervising Hilltopper competitions, management and maintenance of facility/timing equipment, coordinating volunteers, and updating the Hilltoppers website.  
 
This role requires knowledge of competitive swimming, understanding of long term athlete development, and a commitment to skill and athletic development as the cornerstone of the team’s success. Coach must have a willingness to learn and improve. Coaches must embrace the role the Hilltoppers program plays in scope of the University of Denver and in the Colorado Swimming community. 

Essential Functions 

Coaching

• Directly oversee assigned training groups 
• Design, collaborate and implement annual and multi-year athlete development plans 
• Ensure continuity of training groups and help facilitate smooth athlete progression 
• Write workouts and instruct athletes on a daily basis  
• Parent and athlete communication written and verbal 
• Attend local and away competitions as assigned 

Administrative/Team Management 

• Create weekly newsletter 
• Assist with Meet Schedule Selection & Design 
• Complete Team entries for training groups that coach oversees 
• Consolidate, cross check entire team entries and submit to meet host.  
• Point person and moderator for team social media accounts 
• Coordination of Volunteers (5,000 hours+ per year)  
  • Create Registration for Home + Away Meet volunteers 
  • Tracking Hours 
• Create Meet entry member files + work with operations Manager to build Rec Trac sections for Hilltopper member meet registration 
• Assist with Staff Management + Training 
• Order awards for meets 
• Help Create monthly practice calendars 
• Assist with Team Marketing 
• Maintain Team Records 
• Assist with Staff Management and Training 
• Assist with Club representation at Colorado Swimming LSC Meetings (BOD, coaches meetings, etc.) 

Facility 

• Ensure Facility Timing Equipment is in working order  
• Help with venue set-up and breakdown 
• Technical Troubleshooting in timing system 
• Assist with Equipment Repair 

Home Events 

• Entry Chair Position- receive, import, organize meet entries from teams attending home swim meets. 
• Meet Director for home swim meets as assigned. 
• Assist and/or lead set-up and breakdown for home events 
• Assist in organizing hospitality for coaches and officials. 
• Assist in management of home events including but not limited to:  
  • Attending event/logistics meetings in advance of home meets 
  • Scheduling parking attendants 
  • Leading crowd management when not on deck coaching 

Travel Competitions 

• Act as lead person for Team Travel or assist with Meet Travel- 3-4 Trips per season (12-15 days)  
• Responsible for driving University vehicles 
• Responsible for chaperoning during away meet travel 
• Assist in booking travel accommodations/rental vehicles for away competitions. 
• Assist in arranging for team catering/meals during away competition. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Language Skills 
• Mathematical Skills 
• Excellent Communication Skills  
• Detail Orientated and Highly Organized 
• Strong Work Ethic 
• Good Interpersonal Skills  
• Proactive  
• Flexibility  
• Teamwork  
• Proficient with technology systems (rectrac) 
• Coaching knowledge 
• Technical swimming skills and knowledge 
• Organization and Time Management 

Required Qualifications 

• Coach Member in good standing with USA Swimming 
• Experience in competitive Swimming (5+years preferred) 
• Interested in educational growth and professional development 
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written 
• Value the importance of team culture and work within framework of team philosophy 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Physical Education, Coaching or Related Field 
• Certifications in the following: Water Safety Instructor 

Working Environment 

• Standard office environment. 
• Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high. 
• Noise level is quiet to moderate. 

Physical Activities 

• Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods of time. 
• Occasionally required to move about the office/campus. 

Work Schedule 

37.5 hours/week, nontraditional, evenings & weekends expected. 

Application Deadline 

For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) October 20, 2025. 

Special Instructions 

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. 

Salary Grade Number 

The salary grade for the position is 8. 

Salary Range 

The salary range for this position is $50,000-$55,000. 

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status. 

Benefits 

The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver. 

Please include the following documents with your application: 

1. Resume 
2. Cover Letter 

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.