Assistant Coach-Water Polo

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the head coach to implement coaching strategies that develop technical skills and tactical understanding.
• Participate in scouting and recruiting efforts to identify and attract top talent.
• Support daily operations including practice organization, match preparation, and travel logistics.
• Assist with game day operations, including scouting, in-game coaching, and post-game analysis.
• Mentor student-athletes regarding both athletic performance and academic progress.
• Work with strength and conditioning staff, trainers, and academic advisors to support student-athlete welfare.
• Uphold all NCAA, conference, and university regulations and compliance standards.
• Assist with program budget management and community engagement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Management, Physical Education, Business, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of coaching experience at the collegiate level or higher.
• Strong knowledge of water polo techniques, strategies, and current trends.
• Valid US driver's license.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, and travel as required.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience at an NCAA Division I institution.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting top-level student-athletes.
• Experience with community engagement and building program visibility.

About the Company

Long Island University (LIU) Brooklyn enables students to realize their full potential as ethically grounded, intellectually vigorous, and socially responsible global citizens. The campus is home to Division I sports teams and offers a dynamic environment for both academic and athletic excellence.