Adjunct - AY26 Men's Water Polo and Men's Swim/Dive Coach

LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Part-Time Position - Pool Announcement

Adjunct - AY26 Men's Water Polo and Men's Swim/Dive Coach

Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled

The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) is the largest community college district in the United States and one of the largest in the world. The LACCD is comprised of nine colleges serving all or part of more than 40 cities in Southern California and spanning a service area of 882 square miles. Its colleges offer instruction to 225,000 students annually, in 600 associates' degrees and 400 certificates of achievement programs in general, career-technical and transfer education, and contribute significantly to its students' economic and social well-being regional economy the greater Los Angeles area. For more information about the LACCD, please visit our website at www.laccd.edu.

Position:

The LACCD is accepting applications for a Men's Water Polo and Men's Swim/Dive Coach adjunct position at our colleges for the 2026-2027 Academic School Year. The purpose of this posting is to create a pool of qualified applicants so that when there is an actual opening at one of our colleges, the college can then begin its review process by reviewing those applicants. If you have applied to previous pools in this discipline, you will need to apply to this pool to continue to be considered.

The LACCD is seeking dynamic, motivated, and diverse candidates for part-time faculty positions to engage and educate our students. Successful candidates will collaborate, communicate and work as professionals with students, staff, faculty, and administrators. Applicants with a demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentoring a diverse student population are strongly encouraged to apply.

Under the direction of the Athletic Director and Administration, the Men's Water Polo and Men's Sim/Dive Coach provides leadership, direction, and oversees all coaching for an intercollegiate Men's Aquatics program. Must adhere to LACCD rules and regulations. Must support the student-athlete concept and demonstrate concern for the health, safety, and welfare of each student-athlete. Must support, encourage, and monitor student-athletes academic progress-additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

During completion of the adjunct application, applicants will have the opportunity to indicate which of LACCD's colleges are of interest for employment. Qualified applicants may be offered an interview with Kinesiology/Athletic Department members at one or more of LACCD's 9 colleges. For college locations, please visit the Our Colleges page at http://laccd.edu/About/Pages/Our-Colleges.aspx. The final determination of part-time instructor assignments is contingent upon funding and professional performance.

The position is for the 2026 water polo season and 2027 swim/dive season and will require the candidate to begin student recruitment and immediately.



Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and two years of full-time professional experience, which must be directly related to the teaching assignment; OR
• Associate's degree and six years of full-time professional experience, which must be directly related to the teaching assignment;
• A sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of district faculty, staff, and students.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

A medical certificate indicating fitness to engage in administrative work is required for new employees at the applicant's expense prior to employment.

Eligibility Requirements Covid 19 Vaccination:

Pursuant to LACCD Board of Trustee's Policy 2900, all students and employees must be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption. LACCD employees are required to provide their vaccination status in compliance with the LACCD Board of Trustees' policy. Newly hired employees will be required to provide their vaccination status prior to starting a position or, at the latest, by their position start date.



Desirable Qualifications:

• Successful candidates must show a competence with the 3C2A athletic rules and regulations.
• Educational Background: While not mandatory, degrees in Education, Physical Education, Exercise Sciences, or Kinesiology are highly valued.
• Coaching Experience: Prior experience in coaching within a college or successful high school environment, demonstrating a track record of effectively managing a sports program.
• Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Exceptional skills in interacting and communicating with diverse groups, showcasing the ability to engage effectively within a multicultural community.
• Program Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of all facets of the specified sports program, including strategies, training methods, and program development.
• Recruitment Expertise: Proficient in athletic recruitment methods and techniques, with an emphasis on ethical and effective strategies.
• Financial Management: Skills in budget preparation and fiscal management, ensuring responsible financial oversight of the sports program.
• Leadership in Athletics: Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor student-athletes in the specified sport, promoting both athletic and personal development.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with 3C2A regulations and guidelines particularly regarding the recruitment and retention of student athletes.
• Teamwork and Cooperation: An aptitude for fostering a cooperative and collaborative work environment, both within the team and in the broader athletic department.
• Administrative Abilities: Competence in making administrative and procedural decisions and judgments, facilitating smooth operations within the sports program.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Instructional Responsibilities: Undertake standard instructional duties in the Department, including classroom teaching, developing and assessing student learning outcomes, managing class rosters, timely grade submissions, and other instructional roles.
• Athletic Operations: Handle scheduling of games, meets and/or contests, plan, run and supervise practices, manage competitions and travel logistics, and oversee the hiring of assistant coaches.
• Recruitment of Players: Scout, identify, and recommend student-athletes, emphasizing diversity and competitiveness. Ensure the recruitment process attracts a diverse group of talented players.
• Academic Success of Student-Athletes: Monitor and support the academic progress of student-athletes to ensure their academic success and compliance with eligibility requirements.
• Rules Compliance: Manage the Men's Aquatics program in strict adherence to 3C2A, WSC, LACCD Board rules, administrative regulations, and Athletics Department policies and procedures.
• Community and College Involvement: Engage in public relations activities, promoting athletes, the team, and the program to the media, alumni, and community. Collaborate with college administration to build donor relations and support fundraising efforts. Maintain strong connections with feeder programs.
• Fiscal Management: Conduct fundraising activities for the program in coordination with the Athletic Department and manage the program's budget.
• Meeting Attendance: Regularly attend department, district, college, conference, and state meetings as required.
• Professional Representation: Represent the Los Angeles Community College District professionally in all capacities.
• Cultural Responsiveness: Engage in culturally responsive interactions with students, faculty, staff, and community members of diverse backgrounds, including varied languages, nationalities, ethnicities, socio-economic levels, ages, identities, abilities, and educational experiences.
• Flexible Scheduling: This assignment will include weekends, evenings, and holidays throughout the year.
• Curriculum Development: Participate in curriculum development and other duties aligned with part-time faculty responsibilities.
• Other Athletic-Related Duties: Perform additional athletic-related tasks as assigned by the Athletic Director including meet hosting & preparation, Facility setup and maintenance.

Salary and Benefits:

This position is paid as follows: 10-standard teaching hours paid at the contractual hourly rate during the season of competition, plus an $18,870 stipend for out-of-class activities and two 3-standard hour off-season conditioning classes paid at the contractual hourly rate.


1st year

10th year

Hourly Rate

$117.65

$147.05

10-standard hours (Fall Semester)

$23,530.00

$29,410.00

3-standard hours (Winter Intersession)

$7,059.00

$8,823.00

6-standard hours (Spring Semester)

$14,118.00

$17,646.00

6-standard hours (Summer Intersession)

$14,118.00

$17,646.00

Total Projected for classes

$58,825.00

$73,525.00

Coaching Stipend

$18,870.00

$18,870.00

Projected Annual Earnings from

coaching

$77,695.00

$92,395.00

Play-off Stipend: The coaching staff will be compensated an additional $884 per week the team is in the 3C2A playoffs.



How to Apply:

Applicants will be required to file an application using web-based software to create an applicant profile account, allowing documents to be saved and uploaded as attachments. Please go to the following webpage to start the application process https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=6&c=laccd. After review of application materials by selection committee(s), applicants will be contacted if selected for interview(s).

For consideration in the selection process, all interested applicants must upload the following in the web-based application software:

1. A detailed letter of interest addressing how they meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and their experience and preparation related to the duties and responsibilities in the position description;
2. A list of a minimum of three professional references including names, titles, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of individuals who can attest to the qualifications for the position;
3. A current resume or curriculum vitae
4. Unofficial transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate coursework with degrees posted (official transcripts will be required if selected for an interview). Documents from an approved foreign transcript evaluator are required for degrees received from other countries. You can obtain a listing of approved foreign evaluation agencies at the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing: California Commission on Teaching Credentialing. (Upload as an 'Other Document')
5. Verification of Experience letters on letterhead stationery; must show inclusive dates of assignments, state if full-time or part-time and indicate duties. If part-time, the number of paid hours worked per week, semester or year must be included. Uploaded as an Other Document' (Signed hard copies required if selected to interview).

Application materials will not be accepted by Fax, Mail or Email. Incomplete applications may be excluded from consideration. Equivalency determinations are not conducted for selection of adjunct faculty. Employment is contingent upon verification of qualifications. LACCD and its Colleges reserve the right to modify and/or withdraw this position at any time. Final determination of part-time faculty assignments is contingent upon enrollment, funding and/or class availability. For consideration, please complete the application and attach all required documents.

For additional information, please contact AcademicJobs@email.laccd.edu

Individuals protected by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request accommodation in the selection/interview process with at least three business days prior notice. Documentation of the need for accommodation may be requested.

Equal Employment Policy:

The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District is to implement equal opportunity to all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition (cancer-related), sexual orientation, or veteran status. Positive action will be taken to ensure that this policy is followed in all personnel practices, including recruitment, hiring, placement, upgrading, transfer, demotion, and treatment during employment rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, layoff, or termination. A vigorous equal employment opportunity program will be maintained to ensure a diverse workforce and to achieve expected representation of qualified members of underrepresented groups through the implementation of specific result-oriented plans and procedures (Board Rule 101301).

Los Angeles Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is strongly committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce.


To apply, visit https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=6&id=2172







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