Head Coach Diving

The University of Denver has a proud athletic tradition that compliments the schools academic endeavors. In its history, DU has won 36 national championships and enables student-athletes to compete on 18 Division 1 teams. The Pioneers pursue championships, excel academically, and represent both the University and their respective conferences to the best of their abilities.

Position Summary

The head Diving Coach is responsible for running a comprehensive program with regards to diving one meter, three meter, and platform events. Knowledge and ability to direct a dry land conditioning program on trampolines and a dry board rig are necessary, as well as supervising and running diving practice on the pool deck. Recruiting for the diving program and travel administration for the divers are also included in the responsibilities as well

Essential Functions

• Achieving a high level of competency in sport skill instruction, motivation, and conduct of practice sessions under the direction of the Head Coach
• Providing effective sport instruction and feedback during contests
• Recruiting student-athletes effectively under the direction of the Head Coach
• Exhibiting the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with regard to adherence to NCAA, Conference, University, and the Department of Athletics and Recreations Code of Ethics
• Achieving competitive results that demonstrate athletic excellence
• Demonstrating a sincere interest in the social, emotional, academic development, as well as the athletic welfare of student-athletes
• Demonstrating excelling writing, speaking, and listening abilities
• Exhibiting supportive and cooperative behavior in pursuing sport program goals established by the Head Coach
• Exhibiting leadership and professional behavior in dealing with student-athletes

The University of Denver has a proud athletic tradition that compliments the schools academic endeavors. In its history, DU has won 36 national championships and enables student-athletes to compete on 18 Division 1 teams. The Pioneers pursue championships, excel academically, and represent both the University and their respective conferences to the best of their abilities.

Position Summary

The head Diving Coach is responsible for running a comprehensive program with regards to diving one meter, three meter, and platform events. Knowledge and ability to direct a dry land conditioning program on trampolines and a dry board rig are necessary, as well as supervising and running diving practice on the pool deck. Recruiting for the diving program and travel administration for the divers are also included in the responsibilities as well

Essential Functions

• Achieving a high level of competency in sport skill instruction, motivation, and conduct of practice sessions under the direction of the Head Coach
• Providing effective sport instruction and feedback during contests
• Recruiting student-athletes effectively under the direction of the Head Coach
• Exhibiting the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with regard to adherence to NCAA, Conference, University, and the Department of Athletics and Recreations Code of Ethics
• Achieving competitive results that demonstrate athletic excellence
• Demonstrating a sincere interest in the social, emotional, academic development, as well as the athletic welfare of student-athletes
• Demonstrating excelling writing, speaking, and listening abilities
• Exhibiting supportive and cooperative behavior in pursuing sport program goals established by the Head Coach
• Exhibiting leadership and professional behavior in dealing with student-athletes
• Completing all assignments made by the Head Coach including but not limited to: budget management, contest scheduling, practice planning, travel arrangement, and monitoring study tables
• Participating in continuing education conferences, workshops, or meetings to increase professional skills and knowledge
• Contributing to the maintenance of good working relationships with all members of the Division
• Assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Athletics and Recreation

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations with demonstrated exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations
• Excellent oral and written communication skills strong organizational skills
• Ability to support high academic standards and to motivate students

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent
• USA DIVING certified, American Red Cross CPR and First Aid are needed.
• Previous coaching experience or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience at the Division I collegiate or National level

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
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Application Deadline
For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) May 14, 2026.

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 11.

Salary Rate:
The salary rate for this position is $60,000.

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.

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