Assistant Strength Coach Jobs in Cheney, WA (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $44,533.00 - $47,200.00 Annually
Location : Whitworth University Campus
Job Type: Full-Time Staff
Division: Athletics
Department: Aquatic Center
Opening Date: 07/06/2026
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.0
Whitworth University is a residential campus shaped by learning, curiosity, and community life. This role is based on campus and requires consistent, in-person engagement.
Position Summary
Join Whitworth University and serve as an Assistant Swim Coach, where you'll play a pivotal role in mentoring and inspiring student-athletes to excel in both their athletic and personal growth journeys. As a key member of our coaching staff, you'll support the development of our men's and women's swim teams, contributing to recruiting efforts, refining individual athlete skills, and strategically planning practices.
Your responsibilities will extend to coordinating travel, providing mentorship, overseeing meet setups, and assisting with various administrative tasks. If you're passionate about coaching, integrating your Christian faith into your work, and empowering athletes to reach their fullest potential, we invite you to apply and be part of our campus community.
Core Responsibilities
Swim Coaching | 60%

• Individual athlete development: skill, speed, strength training, and conditioning.
• Commit time, energy, and thought into mentoring and investing in the lives of the student-athletes in the program.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of practices.

Recruiting and Team Support | 30%

• Assist in the recruitment and retention of qualified student-athletes.
• Assist in the organization and administration of team travel.
• Assist in the organization and administration of home meets.

Other | 10%

• Assist with Athletic Department projects and events.
• Other duties as assigned by the head coach.

Qualifications and Core Competencies

• A bachelor's degree is required and Whitworth considers candidates with a wide range of educational backgrounds. We value the skills and knowledge candidates bring to Whitworth, regardless of the paths they have taken to acquire them.
• Experience and track record of building positive relationships with athletes, parents, and fellow coaches, while cultivating a supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Proven experience and passion for coaching swimming and cultivating student-athletes' potential.
• A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning.
• A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth University as a comprehensive Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian church.
• Valid driver's license.

Core Competencies

• Ethical understanding of all NCAA and NWC rules and regulations.
• Ability to identify and build relationships with recruits and families.
• Ability to assist the head coach in program development, technique refinement, and team cohesion.
• Leadership skills to effectively identify and resolve problems while maintaining confidentiality.
• Strong communication skills, adept at fostering positive relationships with student-athletes, colleagues, and athletic stakeholders.
• Strong work ethic and high level of personal integrity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Participation in intercollegiate swimming.
• Previous coaching experience at the collegiate level.

Other Details
Schedule
Full-time (1.0 FTE) | 12 months | 40 hours per week
Whitworth University is a Christian liberal arts university. Our shared mission is to provide our diverse students with an education of mind and heart, equipping them to honor God, follow Christ, and serve humanity. We seek candidates who are willing to engage with the university's mission and integrate their Christian faith into their work.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, faith statement, and contact information for at least three professional references. A background check and sexual misconduct check will be required of the successful candidate.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain valid work authorization throughout the duration of employment, including those on OPT. Whitworth University does not offer visa sponsorship for this position.
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Whitworth complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws that are applicable to religious nonprofit institutions and does not engage in unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, sex, or disability. With our Christ-centered commitment to building a diverse and inclusive community, the university encourages applications from populations underrepresented at Whitworth including members of racial/ethnic communities, women, and persons with disabilities.
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It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
At Whitworth University, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our faculty, staff, and their families by offering an extensive benefits package. Eligible employees can enjoy a variety of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-matched 403 (b) retirement plan
• programs available for employees, their spouses, and dependents
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• based on full-time equivalency (FTE). All staff accrue 8 hours of sick leave per month and 10 to 20 days of vacation per year, depending on employee category.
• 2 days of Floating Holiday leave based on full-time equivalency (FTE)
• Access to an
• Resources for Christian vocation and calling
• No cost access to the University Recreation Center (UREC) and the Megan E. Thompson Aquatic Center
• 15 paid holidays throughout the year

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