--- title: Assistant Coach - Women's Swimming summary: Instruct student-athletes, manage practice and competition logistics, evaluate opponents, coordinate recruiting, and enforce academic policies. Requires coaching experience and a bachelor's degree. published_at: '2026-02-20T13:26:00Z' updated_at: '2026-02-20T17:42:33Z' canonical_url: https://intercollegiate.co/job_posts/assistant-coach-women-s-swimming-238970 tags: - Swimming & Diving --- # Assistant Coach - Women's Swimming ## Overview | Field | Value | |-------|-------| | **School** | East Carolina University | | **Location** | Greenville, NC | | **Division** | DI | | **Conference** | American | | **Salary** | $43,000/yr | | **Work Type** | Full-time | | **Posted** | February 20, 2026 | | **Apply** | https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/91791 | **Sports:** Swimming & Diving --- ## Job Description ## Posting Details Position Information ### Job Title Assistant Coach - Women's Swimming ### Position Number 500421 ### Vacancy Open to All Candidates ### Department ATH Swimming Women ### Department Homepage www.ecupirates.com ### Advertising Department SWIMMING ### Division Academic Affairs ### Classification Title Assistant Coach ### Working Title Assistant Coach - Women's Swimming ### Number of Vacancies 1 ### Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0 ### Full Time or Part Time Full Time ### Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications. $43,000 ### Position Location (City) Greenville ### Position Type Non-Faculty ### Job Category Non-Faculty Professional ### Organizational Unit Overview The athletics department mission is to represent East Carolina University with distinction and create a challenging and supportive environment for student-athletes to excel in the classroom, in competition, and in life. We are committed to the highest standards of character, honesty, effort, and sportsmanship; respecting all people, their personal identities, differences and beliefs; and to provide a safe and equitable environment for student-athletes’ academic, athletic and personal development. The highly visible athletics program is committed to NCAA compliance, comprehensive excellence and to be trustworthy stewards of the aspirations of our student-athletes, the resources we manage, the reputation of our University, and our mission of service. ### Job Duties The primary and most important responsibility of a coach is instructing student-athletes. Reporting to the Head Coach –Women’s Swimming and Diving, the individual serving in this position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties: - Coordinate and manage all aspects of position/positions assignment as directed by the Head Coach. - Performs planning, organization and execution for coaching (instruction/education) duties as described and assigned by the Head Coach for all meetings, practice sessions and competitions - Function in game day organization and assignments as prescribed by the Head Coach. - Evaluation of opponents and the development of a game plan for student-athlete instruction in accordance with position/positions assignment as prescribed by the Head Coach. - Perform recruiting activities and responsibilities as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Swimming recruiting coordinator to meet the objectives of the university and team, including the evaluation, contact, and establishing relationships with prospective student-athletes and coaches. - Attend all staff meetings as scheduled by the Head Coach. - Assist in the development of team rules and policies. - Responsible for supervision, instruction and direction of student-athletes as assigned by the Head Coach. - Support, abide and enforce all academic guidelines and policies of the university, athletics department and Swimming program to insure academic progress of the student-athlete as directed by the Head Coach. - Support and work cooperatively with Sports Medicine/Athletic Training, Strength and Conditioning, Equipment, Student Development, Life Skills, NCAA Compliance, Media Relations etc. areas in accordance with department policies and procedures. - Assist with administrative functions of the Swimming program as directed by the Head Coach. - Perform duties with professional conduct, being fiscally responsible and with a commitment to student-athlete well-being. - Abide by all written policies, procedures and guidelines of East Carolina University, the Department of Athletics, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and all applicable conferences or associations. - Build quality relationships and work collaboratively and professionally with athletics, Pirate Club and University staff, students, and all constituencies and stakeholders. - Be available to make appearances, perform media interviews, speaking engagements and support ECU Pirate Club activities representing the Swimming program and ECU athletics. - Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach. - Nights, weekends, holidays, extended hours, and travel are required in the performance of duties. ### Minimum Education/Experience Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution required. Prior collegiate swimming participation and/or coaching experience also required. Qualifying degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions and conferred by the time of hire ### License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation None ### Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education Prior collegiate DI swimming participation and/or coaching experience are preferred, along with meet management, recruiting, and social media skills. ### Special Instructions to Applicant Candidates must also submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae/resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online. Official transcript required within 30 days of employment. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. ### Additional Instructions to Applicant In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable. ### Job Open Date 02/20/2026 ### Open Until Filled Yes ### Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. ### Initial Screening Begins 03/06/2026 ### Rank Level ### Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting [https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/91701](https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/91701) ### Nondiscrimination Statement East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or [**ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu**](mailto:%20ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu). ### Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. ### Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST. ## Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (\*). 1. \* Please indicate where you learned about this Athletics position. - NCAA - NACDA - HigherEdJobs.com - DiverseJobs.net - InsideHigherEd.com - ECU website - Professional Association (e.g. CoSIDA, NACMA, AFCA, NABC, ABCA, etc.) - Other 2. \* Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment? - Yes - No ## Documents Needed To Apply **Required Documents** 1. Curriculum Vitae/Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References **Optional Documents** --- ## East Carolina University Swimming & Diving (M) History | Season | Head Coach | Conference | Overall | |--------|------------|------------|---------| | 2019-2020 | Matthew Jabs | - | - | | 2018-2019 | Matthew Jabs | - | - | | 2017-2018 | Matthew Jabs | - | - | --- ## American Swimming & Diving (W) 2022-2023 East Carolina University record compared to the conference | School | Conference Ranking | RPI | APR | |--------|-------------------|-----|-----| | University of Memphis | - | - | - | | Wichita State University | - | - | - | | University of Texas at San Antonio | - | - | - | | University of North Carolina at Charlotte | - | - | - | | University of South Florida | - | - | - | | University of Alabama at Birmingham | - | - | - | | Rice University | 4 of 9 | - | 1000 | | East Carolina University ** | 6 of 9 | - | 969 | | Florida Atlantic University | 7 of 9 | - | 994 | | University of North Texas | 8 of 9 | - | 984 | | Tulane University | 9 of 9 | - | 997 | _** Current school_ --- ## East Carolina University Swimming & Diving (W) History | Season | Head Coach | Conference | Overall | |--------|------------|------------|---------| | 2025-2026 | Matthew Jabs | - | - | | 2024-2025 | Matthew Jabs | - | - | | 2023-2024 | Matthew Jabs | - | - | | 2022-2023 | Matthew Jabs | - | - | | 2021-2022 | Matthew Jabs | - | - | | 2019-2020 | Matthew Jabs | - | - | | 2018-2019 | Matthew Jabs | - | - |