Swimming Jobs

Sterling Stingrays Swim Club Head Coach

Date posted: September 26, 2022

Location: 211 East 23rd Street, Sterling, IL, USA

with Sterling Stingrays Swim Club

The Stingrays Swim Team Director/Head Coach is responsible for providing leadership and supervision of the District’s Stingrays Swim Club, aquatic programs and any other assigned programs, activities and areas as well as assists the Duis Center Manager with facility operations.
The Stingrays Team Director/Head Coach is responsible for performing the essential functions as outlined in this job description. The Stingrays Team Director/Head Coach is a full-time/exempt employee who may work in excess of fifty (50) hours per week. Work pace varies depending on the task required. The position requires the ability to work in the hard level (100 lbs. or less).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS-STINGRAYS TEAM DIRECTOR/HEAD COACH
 Responsible for the day-to-day direction, hands on guidance and involvement in all aspects of the Stingrays Swim Club, including working with swimmers, parents, coaching staff; collecting registration/meet fees; and the merchandizing/administration of team gear.
 Responsible for effectively coaching one or more age group levels as well as setting a strong, positive, enthusiastic, and highly energetic tone for all age groups.
 Oversees and manages the process of meet selection, meet entries, scheduling and coordinating of home and away meets.
 Responsible for the recruiting, supervising, evaluating and managing the performance and professional development of all Assistant Coaches.
 Develops and implements the latest and most effective training plans for stroke technique, training, dryland progressions and taper strategies for a wide range of swimmer ages and abilities.
 Provides active involvement in the recruitment, development and the progression of swimmers in all age groups that will both maintain and grow team membership.
 Works with all swimmers and parents in determining appropriate goals; and, fosters in swimmers, important attitudes and skills such as discipline, goal setting, time management and healthy habits that will benefit them throughout life.
 Regularly communicates with swimmers and families through a variety of channels and methods, including but not limited to regular swimmer and parent meetings, newsletters, emails, SPD/SSSC websites, etc.
 Responsible in securing team and meet sponsors as well as the coordination of all team fundraisers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
 At least 21 years of age
 Certified or ability to become certified in CPR/AED, First Aid and Coach’s Training
 Certified USA Swim Coach
 A valid Illinois State Driver’s License (Class D).
 Organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
 Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees.
 Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and TeamUnify. Ability to learn the District’s registration software, ActiveNet.
 Desire to contribute to the long-term success of the Duis Recreation Center, Stingrays Swim Club and assigned other programs and activities.
 Desire to live in a vibrant, small town, family friendly community of 26,000 residents.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
 Four-Year College degree, with previous age group swimming and /or coaching experience preferred.
 Certified USA Swim Coach
COMPENSATION
 Minimum first year compensation of $38,000-$40,000 with a possible higher starting wage based upon qualifications and experience. In addition, a health insurance stipend; dental insurance; retirement plan; and paid vacations, personal days, holidays and sick days are also included in the benefit package. Additional incentive base compensation may be considered/negotiated at time of hire.

Assistant Head Swim Team Coach

Date posted: September 26, 2022

Location: 200 Redwood Shores Parkway, Redwood City, CA, USA

with The Bay Club Company

ONEflow Aquatics – Head coach

Date posted: September 26, 2022

Location: Cairo, Egypt

with ONEflow Aquatics - Egypt

Nitro Swimming, Bee Cave, Texas (Austin area)

Date posted: September 23, 2022

Location: 15506 State Highway 71, Bee Cave, TX, USA

with Nitro Swimming

Aquatics Director – Cape Ann YMCA

Date posted: September 23, 2022

Location: 200 Cummings Center, Beverly, MA, USA

with YMCA of the North Shore

Are you an experienced manager with the ability to lead and inspire a team?  Are you interested in utilizing your experience to ensure the safety and well-being of others by providing access to important programs and services in the community? This may be the opportunity for you?

As the Aquatics Director at the Cape Ann YMCA you will help support our community and members by ensuring the safe operating and robust  programming of our Aquatics center.  The Aquatics Director is responsible for all aspects of the instructional and recreational aquatics overseeing two indoor pools, and one outdoor seasonal pool. The Cape Ann YMCA provides swim lessons to youth weekly, offers aqua activities for all ages, and is host to local Swim Teams and regular rentals.  Key responsibilities of this role include recruiting, retaining, and transitioning swimmers of all ages and abilities through the programs, and working collaboratively with the competitive team to achieve a successful conversion rate of instructional swimmers to the competitive program. Through strong leadership, efficient planning, high-quality engagement, and direct service, the Aquatics Director manages staff, provides guidance on the technical and physical skills of swimming, creates a fun environment that develops long-lasting relationships, a sense of achievement and belonging, while fostering a lifelong love of swimming.  The incumbent in this role will enjoy connecting with participants and visitors of all ages, have the ability to carry out Aquatics initiatives that meet the goals of the organization, and have a strong skillset in planning and leading others.

To thrive in this role you must have a background of progressive aquatics experience leading to the oversight and management of multiple team members, previous experience maintaining the functions of an aquatics center, and the ability to successfully prioritize and respond to a variety of tasks including the emergency response to members of visitors in the pool.  You must have the ability to engage and direct others as well as provide instructions and assessments to staff and members in the pool.

In addition to quality work environment our YMCA offers competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities including;

• Paid training and development

• Advancement and growth opportunities within our seven YMCA locations.

• Free YMCA membership and employee discounts on programs.

• Health and dental insurance for full time employees.

• 2 weeks paid vacation in addition to generous paid sick and personal time for full time staff.

• Retirement fund with 8% company contribution (once vested/no match required).

• Employer funded life insurance.

• Current certifications in Lifeguard/Swim Instructor, Pro CPR, First Aid and Oxygen, or willing to obtain
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency of swim skills in accordance with YMCA standards and have a strong foundation in stroke mechanics
• A Minimum of 3-5 years progressive leadership and oversight of an aquatics center

For further assistance you may contact the HR department at 978-564-3075.

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran’s status.

Swim Coaches needed

Date posted: September 22, 2022

Location: 6001 Grove Ave, Richmond, VA, USA

with St. Catherine's School

St. Catherine’s School, Richmond, VA is searching for swim coaches to fill the following positions:

Varsity assistant-2 positions (shared coaches for St. Catherine’s & St. Christopher’s swim program). Team practice begins Nov 7, 3:45-5:45pm daily through Feb 18. (Winter break for two weeks in December). Meets are either Fridays or Saturdays.

Head or Co-head for middle school/JV level, assistant coach for middle school. Team practice begins Nov 7, 5:00pm-6:30pm or 2:45-4pm (Mon-Fri) through Feb. 10 (Winter break for two weeks in December). Six meet schedule–1 Thur, 3 Fridays, 2 Saturdays.

The coaching jobs are part-time seasonal and pay a competitive stipend. The ideal candidates will have successful coaching experience and competitive swimming experience.

Assistant Manager (Full-time or Part-time)

Date posted: September 22, 2022

Location: Walnut Creek, CA, USA

with Elsmore Swim Shop

Elsmore Swim Shop is looking to hire an Assistant Manager or looking to hire Assistant Managers (AM) to oversee their location in Walnut Creek, CA at 2054 Treat Blvd. We are a Minnesota based company with stores in Chicago, Indiana, Iowa, and Wisconsin that supply aquatic apparel and merchandise to teams, clubs, and individuals. Elsmore is family owned and has been in business for 40+ years.  

The AM supports management in the daily operations of the store and team sales. There will be a team of four to six high performing associates. The AM collaborates with peers and associates as well as upper management to assess the needs of the customer and develop the best methods for achieving service, sales, and operational objectives. In addition, the AM is expected to assume leadership of the store on an as needed basis. Elsmore will also market its goods at swim meets throughout Northern California. Attendance at these meets is a requirement of the position.  NOTE:  Some evenings and weekends are required.  

Responsibilities

• Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction by being knowledgeable on all products offered (current and new) and working closely with other Associates to provide excellent sales service.
• Partner with the Store Manager to establish and communicate all critical metrics and expectations within the store, including but not limited to sales, visual, operations, safety, loss prevention, human resources, payroll/scheduling, and training.
• Support account sales which include new and existing client relations. Help anticipate the client’s needs, work within the company to ensure deadlines for clients are met and help the client in all their team outfitting needs.
• Manage, train, and recognize all aspects of performance and development for all store associates to encourage professional growth and build a bench of talent.
• Act as a liaison between customers, sales associates, and store leadership.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

• Previous retail management experience is desired but not required.
• Strong knowledge of and passion for swimming.
• Ability to recruit, hire, and motivate staff.
• Excellent computer skills including excel, word, and social media. Experience with Counterpoint and Magento is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

We have full-time or part-time positions available. We offer a fun and casual work environment. Hourly rates are $20-26/hr based on experience. 

Benefits for full-time employees include insurance (health, dental, and vision), PTO, 401k with matching employer contribution, and employee discount. Part-time benefits include an employee discount, flexible schedule, and fun work environment.

Aquatics Coordinator

Date posted: September 20, 2022

Location: 9915 39th Avenue, Pleasant Prairie, WI, USA

with Village of Pleasant Prairie

The Aquatics Coordinator is a full-time position in the Recreation Department Aquatics Division and is under the direct supervision of the Operations Superintendent. The primary purpose of the Aquatics Coordinator is to provide outstanding service through warm interactions. The secondary responsibilities of this position are, but not limited to:  assisting the aquatics staff in program development and administration; personnel supervision; and aquatic facility administration. Employees in this classification must represent the Recreation Department in a professional manner, while having direct supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor position, members, guests, and program participants. A special emphasis is placed on department administrative operations management, more specifically, aquatic programming,  business operations for aquatic programs and employee asset management.

Job Duties

• Must be capable of scheduling, training, supervising and evaluating a full and part time staff including the Aquatics Program Supervisor, swim instructors, and aquatic personnel of varying ages.
• Assist with hiring and training of RecPlex Lifeguards.
• Act as direct manager of the Aquatics Program Supervisor.
• Must maintain administrative records and create reports including: attendance reports, program reports, payroll documentation including approval of employee time sheets, accident reports and personnel evaluations; conduct regular performance reviews at prescribed intervals; keep staff informed of regular, new and upcoming activities, events, policies, programs and the like.
• Must develop and enforce personnel standards, guidelines and qualifications to ensure quality in area of responsibility in the RecPlex.
• Assist and train supervisor staff with aquatic staff recruitment, scheduling and in-service management, scheduling of all on boarding trainings (RecPlex and Village Staff).
• Keep track of all aquatic employee hours to stay in compliance with Village policies that are in your area of responsibility.
• Develop and track aquatic department operational processes to constantly look for improvements that could be made to enhance the overall department.
• Assist Operations Superintendent with Aquatic Department HR duties as needed.
• Work with Operations Superintendent to develop, implement, track, and maintain the aquatics budget through collaborative effort.
• Develop, lead, and assist in the organization and execution of all Aquatic Department program management including assistance in the training of all aquatic staff members.
• Develop, track, and maintain schedules for the Waterpark.
• May be asked to assist on deck in a Lifeguard capacity, assist with beach set-up, open water swims, and triathlon set-ups and guarding.
• Provide adult programming, masters swim, and private lessons as needed.
• Must coordinate with IT in repair of replacement of Aquatic Department IT equipment as needed.
• Welcome and respond to calls, questions, concerns and feedback from customers regarding your staff and programs overseen.
• Attend department, and committee meetings throughout the RecPlex.
• Must be available for weekend and evening work.
• Must be able to perform other duties and special assignments as directed by the Operations Superintendent including assignments that may be outside the primary area of employment defined as all other duties as assigned.
• Must exhibit a teamwork attitude and self-motivation, take the initiative to solve problems and innovate.
• Must know and enforce all RecPlex, Village and Department rules, regulations, policies, standard operating procedures and guidelines.

Physical Requirements

• The Aquatics Coordinator has a high degree of interaction and communication with staff and public. Exposure to stressful and emergency situations is foreseeable.
• The work schedule is subject to varying shifts, but must be available mid-day and evenings throughout the week.
• The work of the Aquatics Coordinator is performed in an indoor pool environment with exposure to warm temperatures and heavy humidity; noise, slippery surfaces, water and pool chemicals.
• Long periods of attentiveness, swimming, jumping, diving, standing, sitting, pulling, pushing, reaching, carrying, cleaning, visual monitoring, verbal and written communication, hearing, moving about pool area, moderate lifting 15-50 pounds, moving heavy chemical barrels (15-55 gallons) weighing up to 500 pounds (with proper equipment), is required.

Requirements – educational, certifications and experience

• Must have one (1) year of aquatics programming experience, preferably in the area of swim lesson programming.
• Must have or obtain within 6 months, Life Guard Certification.

• Must have or obtain within 12 months, Life Guard Instructor Certification.

• Customer service and public relation skills are required.

Full Time Site Director

Date posted: September 20, 2022

Location: 6501 Antioch Road, Merriam, KS, USA

with Johnson County Park & Recreation District

The Kansas City Blazers, located in Johnson County, Kansas is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Full Time Site Director and age group coach. This position reports directly to the Head Coach.

BACKGROUND: The Kansas City Blazers swim team was established in 1975 as a department within Johnson County Parks and Recreation District (JCPRD). Through our  COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE,  we are a USA Swimming Level IV Club, the premier team in the region for over 40 years, and have six Olympic representatives.

The Kansas City Blazers provide a dynamic competitive swimming program for novice to elite swimmers.

The Blazers operate from five different facilities during the school year and another four outdoor facilities during the summer months. The club hosts 5-8 meets a year. As a department of Johnson County Parks and Recreation, the Blazers are able to provide financially attractive and competitive coaching opportunities.

PHILOSOPHY:  To inspire and encourage individuals to develop into their full potential both in and out of the water.

The Kansas City Blazers are committed to excellence and dedicated to developing individuals and community in a supportive and nurturing environment.

As such, the program provides the following:

• An educationally sound and ethical program
• The highest quality coaching
• Create and maintain A productive and enjoyable swimming environment and community
• Recognition of each individual’s value to the Blazer program
• Teach and develop life skills through our swimming program
• Opportunities for swimmers to grow and to succeed to their highest level
• Advancement of the sport of swimming

DUTIES:

• Assists in hiring, training, and supervising assistant coaches, ensuring all programs are implemented in a safe and effective fashion.
• Sets detailed practice schedules, arranging aquatic facility rentals as needed.
• Sets a detailed development plan for athletes, ensuring appropriate assistant coaches adhere to and implement the plan to ensure athlete development.
• Is responsible for ensuring adherence to USA Swimming Safe Sport guidelines.
• Cultivates and maintains relationships with athlete parents, community organizations, school districts, and other swim groups to ensure productive partnerships are formed and maintained at a level of excellence.
• Assists in implementing public relations and communication plan to promote the value of the Blazers organization.
•  Responsible for designing and organizing clinics and special events.
• Assists with all meet responsibilities.
• Assists with travel plans for team travel.
• Create a positive team oriented atmosphere where swimmers learn the values of courage and perseverance. All Blazers coaches are energetic and supporters of the sport of swimming and The Kansas City Blazers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

•       Required – High School diploma
•       Preferred – Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or related field.

Experience may be substituted for degree.

Professional Experience:

•       Required – 2 years coaching experience.
•       Required – 2 years aquatic programming.
•       Required – Knowledge of stroke and turn mechanics.

Required Skills:  Ability to create collaborative partnerships within the regional swimming community.  Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to supervise and lead part-time staff to provide excellent customer service. Attention to detail in formulating practice schedules and development plans.  Project management skills to assist overall membership and budget goals.  Knowledge of swimming stroke and turning mechanics.

COMPENSATION:

This is a salaried full-time position that includes full benefits. Pay rate is $23.30-$25.36 per hour.

Senior Coach Pleasanton Seahawks

Date posted: September 20, 2022

Location: 4455 Black Ave, Pleasanton, California, USA

with Pleasanton Seahawks

Senior 1 AND Senior 2 coach positions available immediately.  The Senior 1 group feeds the Head Coaches group and has highly ranked 13-14-15 year olds.  Two 13-14 swimmers from this group made Junior Nationals at the end of the summer season.

Senior 1 – 3:45-5:45 PM Monday through Friday plus 5:45-7:45 Saturday AM

Senior 2 – 7:45-9:15 PM Monday trough Friday

Total compensation can be in excess of $70,000/yr for the right person.

Positions are open now.

 

Multiple Jobs: Age Group Coaches & Senior Elite Assistant

Date posted: September 18, 2022

Location: Costa Mesa High School, Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA, USA

with Coastal Machine Aquatics Club - CMAC

Coastal Machine Aquatics Club – Multiple Coaches Needed

Pay: hourly $20-30 and potential for salary for the right candidate

CMAC is a rapidly growing club of nearly 400 year-round athletes. We are looking for multiple coaches to assist in our developmental groups as well as a senior group lead assistant.

Potential candidate should have a strong competitive swimming background, minimum of 2-3 years of coaching experience, and have the ability to lead large groups of athletes with a progressive, engaging and uplifting attitude.

Hours: depend on group placement but typically no more than 3 evening hours M-F between 4-7pm

Site: Estancia High School, Costa Mesa High School, or Pacific Sands Cabana Club

Position: Assistant Coaches (2) for our developmental groups (CMAC 1-2-3), Senior Group Assistant (1-2)

CMAC reimburses for all USA Swimming related certifications

 

Job Description

• Must maintain USA Swimming Coach Membership Requirements and maintain good standing
• Arrive early, be consistent and reliable with attendance
• Be a collaborative team-player ready to help assist where needed (look for ways to contribute)
• Maintain a daily, weekly and season plan for all groups/swimmers
• Take daily attendance using OnDeck
• Willingness to work toward proficiency with Team Unify platform
• Show empathy, encouragement, and passion for the sport to all athletes and families
• Work from a technique-first approach – be ready to TEACH every session
• Bring ENERGY and ability to CONNECT with athletes and parents each practice session
• Be adaptable to potential shifts in coaching groups and assisting as needed
• Attend quarterly coaches meetings
• Attend up to one swim meet / month as requested

 

Time-Off

CMAC has a rotating day-off for staff after swim meets and works to maintain a strong work/life balance for its coaches. We generally take 1 week off (2 for developmental groups) during the winter holiday time and 2 weeks off between long course and short course season around the beginning of August.

 

Contact

Please contact Head Coach Keith Ryan

[email protected] / (714) 454-1616

www.goCMAC.com

Head Swim Coach

Date posted: September 16, 2022

Location: 2000 Edgehill Avenue, Nashville, TN, USA

with University School of Nashville

University School of Nashville is looking to fill a head coaching position for the upcoming season. Interested applicants should complete the application at www.usn.org/jobs.

University School of Nashville is a Kindergarten-12th grade independent day school in Nashville, TN with just over 400 students in the high school.

Questions about the position can be directed to Josh Scouten at [email protected]

Recruitment for an Academic Study- High-Level swimmers needed

Date posted: September 16, 2022

Location: Remote

with Eetu Karvonen - Grand Canyon University

Swim Instructor

Date posted: September 15, 2022

Location: San Jose, CA, USA

with Waterworks Aquatics Swim School

We’re hiring PART-TIME & FULL-TIME (YEAR-ROUND & SEASONAL) SWIM INSTRUCTORS!

A Waterworks Swim School Swim Instructor is primarily responsible for teaching Private and Semi-Private swimming lessons to children. Our Instructors are responsible for progressing their students at the quickest rate possible while ensuring that the students are having fun and enjoying themselves in the lessons.

Compensation: $24.00 – $30.00 per hour

Multiple Jobs: Age Group Swim Coach and Dryland Coach

Date posted: September 15, 2022

Location: Lower Moreland Township, PA, USA

with Lower Moreland Swimming

Lower Moreland Swimming is currently seeking a knowledgeable, energetic and reliable applicant for our assistant coach position. The assistant coach reports directly to the Head Coach and is responsible for on deck coaching of our developmental group, age group and senior level groups.

This is a year-round position, approximately 20-25 hours per week to start and there are opportunities to increase responsibilities as the fall season approaches. The Assistant Coach may be asked to attend competitions as well. The assistant coach may also have the opportunity to instruct swim lessons in the private, semi-private and group lesson capacity, for additional income.

Duties are to include, but are not limited to:

• Directly coaching 20-30 developmental swimmers, 40-50 age group swimmers, 30-40 senior level swimmers at practices and meets . 
• The swim coach is responsible for providing opportunities for youth to succeed, develop and strengthen physical and social skills through practices and competition, as well as being responsible for the safety of swimmers and following Fitness & Wellness guidelines.
• Working collaboratively with the Head Coach and other full-time coaches/ instructors to set group progressions, team goals, and program goals.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.
• Must truly enjoy working with kids, have a sense of humor, and an ability to meld with the training philosophy of a different coach/program.

Qualifications:
We are looking for a reliable, responsible, and driven individual with high energy and enthusiasm. A successful applicant must have a passion for the sport; prior coaching experience and demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively with superiors, parents and connect with children/ teenage swimmers.
USA coaching credentials are preferred, but we will train the right person. American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor required.

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday; Willing to be flexible for right candidate
• Weekend availability