Assistant Swim Team Coach

The Upper Valley Aquatic Center is seeking a Full Time Assistant Coach. We are a member of the New England Swimming LSC and operate our own 25y by 25m pool with 11scy lanes and upper deck bleacher seating for 400. The facility includes an updated gym plus specialized fitness rooms and classrooms which the team has full access to. We host multiple meets throughout the year.

Expected on-deck hours would likely be 3:45-7:15pm (depending on the day) during the week plus a Saturday practice, along with typical administrative tasks, including meet entries, registration, and assisting with running team hosted events. We also have a coaches office on the pool deck.

The facility is located about 10 minutes from Dartmouth college. Hanover is a vibrant college town, and surrounded by beautiful outdoor recreation opportunities along with some of the best skiing on the east coast. Boston is less than 2 hours away.

We are offering a competitive salary with benefits, and an opportunity for private lessons to bring in additional income.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Lead groups, as assigned, by the Head Coach.
• Attend all swim meets for coached groups.
• Coach on deck for squad practices.
• Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Computer literacy with Microsoft and Google Suite.
• Dynamic, high-energy interpersonal skills and ability to relate well with children and their parents.

Education and Experience:

• Maintain membership in USA Swimming
• Experience in competitive swimming and/or swim lesson instruction.
• Lifeguard certification and CPR or Safety Training for Swim Coaches, preferred.

Physical and Schedule Requirements:

• The position requires travel to swim meets and a mixture of days, nights, weekend and holiday work. There is no typical workweek as practices are held in mornings, afternoons, and evenings depending on children’s ages and seasonal variations.
• Ability to stand for long hours, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds.