Assistant Water Polo Coach — Compliance & Recruiting

* Collaborating with the academic and compliance services staff to support their assigned responsibilities, adhering to all academic and compliance expectations set by the student-athlete services staff.* Collaborating with the athletic training, sports performance, sports psychology, and nutrition staff, respectively to support their assigned responsibilities and adhering to all medical decisions made by the team physicians or their assigned designee regarding student-athlete care and NCAA best practices.* Adhering to all administrative procedures established by the University and Athletics Department.* Working closely with the designated administrator to coordinate all aspects of scheduling, including contests and facility usage, to ensure efficient program operations.* Support fundraising and external efforts, including donor and alumni engagement, led by SCU athletics staff and the University Development Office.* Serving as a representative of the University, fostering a positive image, and strengthening relationships with key stakeholders, alumni, and the broader community.* Developing and implementing a structured, compliant recruiting system that facilitates the distribution of recruiting materials, coordinates communication with prospective student-athletes, manages the recruitment calendar and oversees the recruitment activities of assistant coaches and sport specific staff. Ensuring all recruiting activities align with NCAA regulations, as well as University and Athletics Department policies.* Maintaining a thorough understanding of NCAA, University, state, and federal financial aid policies and their application to the Men's Water Polo Program, to ensure effective guidance being provided to prospective and current student-athletes through the financial aid process.* Staying educated on the evolving landscape of intercollegiate athletics, including NIL opportunities, potential revenue-sharing models, and regulatory changes, to ensure the program collaborates with Athletics staff to remain competitive in recruiting and roster management while adhering to NCAA, Conference, and University guidelines.* Demonstrating and upholding professional standards and office culture guidelines of the Department of Athletics.* Maintaining a comprehensive understanding of and ensuring adherence to all NCAA, Conference, and University policies and regulations.* Serving as a role model for student-athletes and the Santa Clara University community by exhibiting professionalism, integrity, and sportsmanship.* Representing Santa Clara University in the community, fostering positive relationships, and enhancing the University’s reputation.* Attend all compliance training, reviews, and certifications.* Attends department staff meetings.* Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal).* Effective problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality.* Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the sport of Men's Water Polo.* Thorough understanding of NCAA regulations and policies related to managing a Division I program.* Understanding and support of the Jesuit tradition of education and a commitment to the fundamental values of service to others, community and diversity.* Ability to monitor expenses with concern for fiscal responsibility and restricted resources.* Ability to positively interact with student-athletes, students, coaches, administrators, and staff.Santa Clara University offers a comprehensive benefits package for ***benefit eligible employees*** with programs and resources designed to promote and sustain personal health care, well-being, and the financial objectives of our employees and families. Visit our

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