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Swimming and Diving Head Coach
Job no: 5106446
Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Lexington, Virginia
Categories: Administrative Services
Title: Swimming and Diving Head Coach
State Role Title: Professional - Lecturer
Hiring Range: Based on qualifications & experience
Pay Band: UG
Agency: Virginia Military Institute
Location: Virginia Military Institute
Agency Website: www.vmi.edu
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Swimming and Diving Head Coach is responsible for the leadership, integrity, and competitive success of VMI's Division I Swim and Diving program. The coach will be a visible leader and role model. They must foster a culture of integrity, discipline, and service mirroring the school's culture. The development of cadet-athletes who excel in the pool, in the classroom, and as leaders in the Corps of Cadets is paramount. The team always competes to win and does so with honor. The coach must be adept at navigating the evolving landscape of college athletics, including Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL), NCAA House Settlement compliance, and the Transfer Portal.
Virginia Military Institute is seeking a dynamic, team-oriented compassionate leader to serve as the Swimming & Diving Head Coach. The Swimming and Diving Head Coach must be multifaceted and growth-minded, fostering a positive cohesive environment built through trust, respect and empowerment. As the Swimming and Diving program begins its new chapter, Virginia Military Institute is seeking someone driven to build a championship-caliber program that competes at the highest level in the Northeast Conference (NEC).
Key Responsibilities:
Program Leadership & Culture
• Build and sustain a winning swimming and diving program that is unwaveringly governed by VMI's Citizen-Soldier ethos and the Honor Code-a non-negotiable standard: "A cadet will not lie, cheat, steal, nor tolerate those who do."
• Instill VMI values in all aspects of the program while growing great leaders who exemplify self-discipline, grit, and resilience on and off the playing surface.
• Serve as a visible leader and mentor within the Corps of Cadets and the broader VMI community. The coach is expected to be fully engaged in the cadet experience and uphold Institute standards.
Recruitment & Development
• Recruit and develop cadet-athletes who are committed to the rigors of VMI's three-legged stool: Athletics, Academics, and Military.
• Emphasize holistic development-athletic, academic, and leadership growth-preparing cadet-athletes for success as Citizen-Soldiers.
• Build a roster through regional & nation-wide high school recruiting, balancing that roster against the unique demands of the Institute. In practice, this means recruiting athletes able to thrive in VMI's rigorous system.
• Organize and communicate training plans that effectively instill confidence in cadet-athletes for competition. Provide purposeful guidance and event-specific coaching that builds buy-in and enhances performance of the cadet-athlete.
Modern Compliance & Operations
• Oversee all aspects of program compliance with NCAA, NEC, and Institute policies. Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to navigate transfer portal and NIL processes as required by NCAA House
Settlement.
• Strategically manage roster and scholarships, leveraging both high school and transfer portal recruiting.
Academic & Military Integration
• Foster an environment where academic achievement and military discipline are integral to the swimming and diving experience.
• Collaborate with academic and military leadership to ensure cadet-athletes succeed in all facets of VMI life.
• Assist in the improvement of the team academic progress rate (APR) score in collaboration with Institute academic staff and the Cadet-Athlete Development Office (CADO).
Staff & Operations Management
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches and support staff.
• Oversee program budgeting, scheduling, and operations, ensuring
efficient use of resources and compliance with institutional standards.
• Management and organization of quality meets in the Aquatic Center that attract high level college competition.
Community & Alumni Engagement
• Represent VMI swimming and diving with integrity to alumni, supporters, and the public.
• Engage in fundraising, community outreach, and events that support the program and the Institute's mission.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree required
• Demonstrated success as a swimming and diving coach at the NCAA level, preferably Division I.
• Experience in hosting, managing and executing collegiate swimming and diving meets.
• Deep understanding of NCAA rules, NIL frameworks, and roster management under House Settlement guidelines.
• Commitment to VMI's mission, values, and the Citizen-Soldier model.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience recruiting and developing student-athletes who value discipline, service, and holistic development.
• Experience in a military college or service academy environment is highly desirable.
Additional Considerations
a Master's degree is preferred.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Please include with your application, cover letter, resume, official transcripts and the names and contact information for three professional references.
Contact Information
Name: Lenny Brown
Phone: 540-464-7035
Email: brownhl@vmi.edu
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Advertised: 15 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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