Recruiting Coordinator/Assistant Swimming Coach

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Job Posting Title:

Recruiting Coordinator/Assistant Swimming Coach

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.

Job Posting Title:

Recruiting Coordinator/Assistant Swimming Coach

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM Athletics - CoS - Swimming and Diving (Rick Bishop (00070529))

Work Location:

0306 Moran Family Ctr for Athletic Admin

Pay Grade:

Athletic Coach

Job Description:

The Core Values of LSU Athletics define who we are and what we do. They are: Excellence, Integrity, Authenticity, Perseverance, Respect, Fairness, Growth, and Service. They are the support system that sustains our success. These values work together, constantly collaborating and combining to secure our future and drive our unending work to create transformational change – for our student-athletes, for our athletics community, and for the millions across the world who know and love these three letters. Forever LSU.

40% Oversee all aspects of recruiting. Daily communications with assistant coaches; Develop and maintain a system for recruiting and assigning efforts to staff members; Coordinate the daily recruiting operational and logistical processes of the Men’s & Women’s program; Create and update recruiting lists in cooperation with the coaching staff; Manage recruiting database to include all necessary information; Oversee program in regard to securing, evaluating and forwarding all transcripts to compliance for review; Maintain recruiting board for long term planning; Coordinate and review all mail, video, graphics and social media platforms to promote the program; Complete all necessary required forms required in the recruiting process; Schedule and plan home visits, school visits and on campus official visits; Plan, schedule and coordinate summer evaluations with respect to competition travel domestically and internationally; Utilize the transfer portal to identify and evaluate prospective transfer student-athletes; Develop relationships with recruits and USA Swimming club coaches.

30% Work with staff members to learn training philosophies for Sprint, Middle Distance & Distance athletes. Assist with on deck training. Work with coaches to understand competition line ups for dual meets, SEC, NCAA Championships.

15% Assist with the assessment for the quality of life of student-athletes in conjunction with head coach, assistant coaches and support staff. Further assist in team building activities and culture development.

10% Assist with goal meetings for individual athletes and Freshman acclimation.

5% Advances and supports LSU and Athletics Department initiatives through personal participation in educational and developmental opportunities, as well as participation in the creation of a respectful culture consistent with the values of LSU and its Athletics Department; Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications:  

Bachelor’s degree with one year experience coaching at the club, collegiate or professional level; Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. LSU is dedicated to fostering an environment where our employees feel appreciated for their skills and individuality. If a candidate does not meet the minimum qualifications as listed but has substantial experience in the key job responsibilities, we encourage them to apply.

Preferred qualifications:  

Master’s degree; Two years coaching at the club and/or collegiate level.

Special or Physical Qualifications:  

Ability to work extended days, weekends and holidays. Travel is required.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

Posting Date:

June 19, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

July 4, 2025

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu.  For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

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