Head Coach, Women's Water Polo

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Head Coach, Women's Water Polo

Position Number: 40034482

Payroll Title: HEAD COACH 5 

Job Code:  0332

Job Open Date:  5/2/2025

Application Review Date:  5/19/2025

Department Code (Name): ATHL (ATHLETICS)

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Job Posting Details (External)

 

Head Coach, Women's Water Polo

Position Number: 40034482

Payroll Title: HEAD COACH 5 

Job Code:  0332

Job Open Date:  5/2/2025

Application Review Date:  5/19/2025

Department Code (Name): ATHL (ATHLETICS)

Percentage of Time:  100%

Union Code (Name): 99 - Non-Represented

Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Contract

FLSA Status:  Exempt

Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program): MSP

Salary Grade:  BYA

Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $81,000 to $91,000/year. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. 

Work Location:  Intercollegiate Athletics - 1001

Working Days and Hours : Monday - Sunday, as needed

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits

Special Instructions:

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Department Marketing Statement:
 

UC Santa Barbara is located on the Pacific Ocean, ranks among the top-10 public universities in the nation and is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities.  The UCSB Athletics Department includes 20 intercollegiate sports teams and 450 student-athletes that compete for championships in the Big West Conference and at the NCAA Division 1 level. The Gauchos have won a record 10 Big West Conference Commissioner's Cups representing the league's all-sports champion.Benefits of Belonging Working at UC means being part of this vibrant institution that shines a light on what is possible. People make UC great, and UC recognizes your contributions by making this a great place to work. Excellent retirement and health are just one of the rewards. Learn more about the benefits of working at UC

Brief Summary of Job Duties:
 

Organizes and implements a well-disciplined, competitive and comprehensive Intercollegiate Athletics sports program that abides by all local, state, federal and specialized mandates, including NCAA, Big West Conference and University rules, policies and regulations. Maintains assigned sports program within the operating budget established for said program.

Qualifications:
 

• Leadership ability and successful coaching skills including: ability to teach sound fundamentals of the game, effective communication and management skills, has clear understanding of the role of intercollegiate athletics within the overall academic mission of the University and is committed to the academic endeavors of the student-athletes, ability to administer program within budgetary parameters, ability to recruit highly successful student athletes.
• Knowledge of NCAA Constitution and Bylaws.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
• 4-6 years related experience
• NCAA certified recruiter
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in related field

Special Conditions of Employment:
 

• Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse
• UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act
• Hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies and procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Satisfactory criminal history background check
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegation or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

“Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Job Functions and Percentages of Time:

• 80% Sports Programs - Compile a representative and competitive schedule within the existing budget allocation. Requisition equipment, supplies, and uniforms as needed for an effective and functional program while remaining within the budget limitations. Organize and implement a pre-season conditioning program, in-season practice times and scheduled intercollegiate events, utilizing University time, facilities and support staff wisely. Recruit potential student-athletes within the established guidelines of the NCAA and UCSB. Assess talent, select team members and ensure that student athletes abide by both NCAA and University regulations governing the conduct of student athletes and their academic eligibility. Travel with teams to away events following all departmental, University and NCAA travel regulations. Such travel must be conducted within the limits of this sports program's operating budget. Coordinate efforts with the Sports Information Office in dissemination of information regarding respective sport.
• 15% Professional Conduct - Maintain professional conduct at all times. Maintain good working relationships with the Athletics Department staff, the University community and the general public as related to intercollegiate athletics. Keep informed of trends and changes in respective sport by maintaining membership in professional organizations and/or attending clinics or conferences when appropriate.
• 5% Other Duties - All members of the Athletics Department staff shall perform additional duties on an intermittent basis as assigned by the Athletics Director. For coaches, these duties will include but may not be limited to the following: Participate in the department's program of community relations activities. Remain knowledgeable in, and comply with, NCAA, Big West Conference, University and Athletics Department rules, policies and regulations applicable to the performance of your duties as a coach.

UC Vaccination Programs Policy

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs.

As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals* must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

For more information:

UC Santa Barbara COVID-19 Information

University of California Policy on Vaccinations 

* Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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