Age Group Swim Coach
Date posted: June 30, 2026
Location: Oakland, CA, USA
with Piedmont Swim Team
Piedmont Swim Team (“PST”) Seeks an Age Group Coach
The Piedmont Swim Team is looking for an energetic team player who loves to coach youth athletes and is motivated to help advance our swimmers and program to the next level. This position reports to the Head Coach of Piedmont Swim Team, who is responsible for the daily operations of the Club.
Employment Status:
Part-time: Work hours vary between the hours of 5:30-7:30 a.m. (1-2 days per week) and 3:30-7:15 p.m. on weekdays, plus 8:15 a.m. -12:15 p.m. on Saturday and 7:45-11:15 a.m. on Sunday, and generally monthly weekend swim meets on both Saturday and Sunday.
Essential Functions:
- Assist the Head Coach and the entire PST coaching staff in implementing a comprehensive competitive program for our athletes
- Conduct 12-20 hours per week of on-deck coaching
- Incorporate goal setting into practice sessions at both the group and individual swimmer levels
- Support swimmers, parents and coaches at swim meets as needed
- Communicate effectively with other coaches, parents, and swimmers ages 6-18
- Perform seasonal and yearly evaluations of swimmers
- Help maintain up-to-date performance reports on our athletes
- Attend all scheduled swim meets, meetings, and team functions as needed
Important and essential knowledges, skills and abilities:
- Knowledge of and expertise in:
- Current technical, training and motivational philosophies in swimming
- First Aid, CPR, AED, and other lifesaving techniques
- Competitive swimming and coaching at all age groups below senior levels
- Teaching stroke mechanics
- Skills:
- Demonstrates positive, consistent, and effective motivational strategies when working with swimmers, parents, and other coaching staff in relation to all aspects of the program
- Demonstrates strong organizational skills and experience in on-site protocols for practices and meets, operational procedures, and safety policies
- Demonstrates extensive knowledge of and ability to administer or use first aid, CPR, AED, and other lifesaving techniques
- Ability to:
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Demonstrate mature judgment, reliability, availability, and ethical behavior
- Work effectively with staff and swimmers at all levels, displaying a positive attitude, demonstrating presence and self-confidence, and exhibiting motivation and drive
- Embrace a sound developmental philosophy that is in line with the growth mindset and values of the Piedmont Swim Team
- Maintain clear professional boundaries with swimmers and families and adhere to the American Swimming Coaches Association Code of Ethics, the USA Swimming Code of Conduct, and all SafeSport, USA Swimming, and team policies regarding athlete safety and protection
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: at minimum, high school or GED degree, college degree preferred
- Experience: 4+ years competitive swim experience. Coaching experience preferred.
- Certificates:
- Ability to meet all USA Swimming certification and coaching requirements before the start of employment
- Must possess the following certifications from the Red Cross or other equivalent agency: Safety Training for Swim Coaches or Lifeguard Certification, CPR, AED, and first aid
- Must pass the following:
- USA Swimming background check
- LiveScan Fingerprinting background check
- Employment reference checks
- Education verification
- State motor vehicle report
- Social media and internet checks
- Must have legal rights to work in the United States.
Physical Requirements:
- Be flexible, adaptable, and readily able to adjust to changes in the work environment
- Have the ability to move and adjust lane lines
- Have the ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Be able to see swimmers’ stroke mechanics in the pool, and read a computer screen and printed material
- Be able to hear and understand speech at normal levels, outdoors and on the telephone
- Be able to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly
- Possess the physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder height and 50 pounds to waist height
- Have the ability to bend, stoop, sit on the floor, climb stairs, walk and reach overhead
Compensation: Piedmont Swim Team offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our range for hourly coaches is $25 to $35 per hour, negotiable based on experience level. We offer access to comprehensive benefits programs. There are also additional income opportunities available through PST’s swim lesson program.
Lead Coach
Date posted: June 30, 2026
Location: Columbus, GA, USA
with Columbus Aquatic Club
The Columbus Aquatic Club (Hurricanes) is a growing parent-owned USA Swimming club dedicated to developing swimmers and building champions both in and out of the water. The club provides a safe, positive, and challenging environment where athletes develop the skills, discipline, confidence, and character needed for success in swimming and in life.
Serving the greater Columbus, GA community, the Hurricanes offer a variety of aquatic programs, including competitive age-group and senior swimming, the Tiger Sharks summer swim team, Learn-to-Swim programming, and Masters swimming. As a growing organization, the club continues to expand opportunities for athletes and families while strengthening its culture of excellence, professionalism, and community engagement. This position offers an exciting opportunity for an aspiring career coach to play a significant role in athlete development, program growth, and the continued success of one of the area’s premier aquatic organizations.
Position Summary
The Lead Coach is responsible for the development, progression, and performance of athletes within assigned training groups while supporting the overall mission, culture, and success of the swim program. The Lead Coach works closely with the Head Coach, athletes, parents, fellow staff members and Board of Directors to provide a positive and professional training environment that promotes athletic growth, personal development, and team success.
Essential Responsibilities
• Oversee and guide the progression and promotion process of athletes within assigned practice groups.
• Coach assigned training groups daily and provide temporary coverage for other groups as needed to maintain continuity of training.
• Actively provide technical instruction, feedback, and motivation to support athlete development.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding athlete progress and be available to answer questions and address concerns.
• Communicate with the Head Coach regarding issues or concerns requiring additional support or resolution.
• Maintain all coaching certifications and educational requirements established by USA Swimming.
• Attend all home meets and travel meets as assigned based on athlete participation and team needs.
• Work collaboratively with the Head Coach and coaching staff while taking direction as needed.
• Attend team functions and activities outside of regular practice hours.
• Complete administrative duties including practice planning, staff meetings, meet entries, attendance tracking, and timekeeping records.
• Support the summer Tigershark Program by coaching assigned swimmers.
• Assist in the planning and execution of team-hosted meets, including logistics, administration, and on-deck coaching.
• Carry out the vision, mission, and goals of the program under the direction of the Head Coach.
• Adhere to all team policies, procedures, and handbook guidelines.
• Maintain professionalism in all interactions with athletes, parents, pool staff, officials, volunteers, and fellow coaches.
• Complete additional projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Head Coach to support team operations and culture.
Qualifications
• Combination of competitive swimming experience and prior coaching experience.
• Demonstrated desire to pursue coaching as a long-term profession.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability and willingness to work with swimmers of all ages and ability levels.
• Flexibility to embrace a variety of coaching, administrative, and team-support roles.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required USA Swimming certifications.
• Must have the legal right to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship will not be provided.
Schedule
• Full-time salaried position.
• Schedule varies based on practice group assignments, meet schedules, and team needs.
• Practice responsibilities generally range from 18–24 hours per week during the school year and 24–28 hours per week during the summer season.
• Additional administrative, planning, communication, and meet-related duties are required outside of scheduled practice hours.
• Evening and weekend availability required.
Campbell University W. Swimming – Assistant Graduate Coach
Date posted: June 30, 2026
Location: Buies Creek, NC, USA
with Campbell University Athletics
The Assistant Graduate for Women’s Swimming will assist with administrative, logistical, training, travel, and overall program management responsibilities for the Campbell University Women’s Swim Team. This role will also support training, recruiting, coaching operations, and student-athlete development initiatives.
This is a graduate assistant opportunity designed for individuals seeking to contribute to a competitive NCAA Division I swimming program while pursuing graduate studies at Campbell University.
Expectations include attending practices, traveling with the team for competitions, maintaining office hours, and assisting in daily operations. The selected individual must be an effective communicator with strong organizational skills, a willingness to expand their understanding of the sport, and the ability to operate independently in the absence of the Head Coach.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Include, but are not limited to:
Program Operations & Team Support
• Assist with organization, supervision, and execution of daily practices and competitions
• Support meet setup, breakdown, and overall competition management
• Assist with facility scheduling and pool-related operational logistics
• Help coordinate facility setup for home meets
• Manage team equipment usage, organization, and disbursement
• Operate stopwatches and other sport-specific training equipment as directed by the Head Coach
• Assist with scheduling, organization, and execution of team meetings
• Help coordinate program communication and team-related logistics under the direction of the Head Coach
Recruiting & Administrative Support
• Assist with recruiting visit planning and documentation for submission to the Office of Compliance
• Coordinate recruiting travel arrangements and visit itineraries
• Assist with team travel planning, lodging coordination, and transportation logistics
• Reconcile expenses and submit documentation to the Business Office
• Organize team gear, supplies, and administrative materials
• Support scheduling and logistical preparation for team functions
• Regularly work under the direction of the Head Coach regarding recruiting engagement, communication, and correspondence with prospective student-athletes and families
Coaching & Student-Athlete Development
• Attend and participate in departmental, staff, team, and individual meetings with student-athletes
• Assist the Head Coach with daily training preparation and meet-related nutrition/meal planning
• Help organize and facilitate team meetings under the direction of the Head Coach
• Provide support during practices, competitions, and team travel
• Assist with recruiting efforts and prospective student-athlete engagement
• Promote student-athlete development and support team culture initiatives
• Assist in maintaining a safe, organized, and competitive training environment
• Assist with the organization and operation of camps and clinics in administrative, instructional, or other capacities as deemed necessary by the Head Coach
Work Expectations
• Availability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and travel as required
• Ability to stand and walk on the pool deck for extended periods during practices and competitions
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced collegiate athletics environment
Preferred Qualifications
Include, but are not limited to:
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Ability to support and implement the philosophy, expectations, and direction of the Head Coach
• Flexible, adaptable, and capable of adjusting to changing priorities
• Willingness to practice and maintain a healthy work-life balance while managing the demands of graduate school and collegiate athletics
• Ability to professionally represent the Campbell University Women’s Swim Team through interactions with student-athletes, staff, faculty, alumni, and campus partners
• Strong communication skills when working with coaches, parents, recruits, and student-athletes both nationally and internationally, reflecting the global nature of competitive swimming
• Open-mindedness and appreciation for diverse cultures and backgrounds to effectively support a broad student-athlete population
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain certification)
• Computer literacy, including proficiency with spreadsheets and administrative software
• Swimming knowledge and prior experience in athletics, coaching, or competitive sport preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum 3.0 GPA for admission into the Master of Science in Applied Leadership program
Preferred Graduate Program
Applicants must meet admission requirements for the following graduate program at Campbell University:
Master of Science in Applied Leadership
Stonehill College Seeks Assistant Diving Coach
Date posted: June 29, 2026
Location: 320 Washington Street, North Easton, MA, USA
with Stonehill College
Responsible for the instruction, development, and supervision of student-athletes participating in a collegiate diving program. The coach designs and implements training plans to improve technical skills, competitive performance, and athlete safety while supporting the broader mission of the athletics department and institution.
Effectively assist in coaching a competitive diving program in a manner which promotes sportsmanship and integrity, ensuring compliance with all NCAA, Northeast conference, and institutional rules and regulations
Communicates effectively and often with the head coach and the student-athletes
Establish and maintain good personal relationships with student-athletes and staff
Assist in providing a supportive, encouraging, and challenging environment for the student-athletes
Provide effective and corrective biomechanical feedback to the team, small groups, and individuals Ability to work weekdays – early mornings and/or early evenings, some weekends
Coaching at least 3 practices per week and being available for occasional recruiting
Head Men’S & Women’S Swim Coach
Date posted: June 29, 2026
Location: Lewisburg, PA, USA
with Bucknell University
Head Men’S & Women’S Swim Coach
R0000002575
Kenneth Langone Athletics & Recreation Center (KLARC)
Position Title:
Head Men’s & Women’s Swim Coach
Position Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Categories:
Staff Exempt
Job Summary:
Job Duties:
Bucknell University is currently looking for our next Head Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving Coach. The Head Coach is responsible for leading, managing, and developing all aspects of a competitive collegiate, NCAA DI program. This includes overseeing athlete recruitment, coaching and training student-athletes, managing team logistics, ensuring compliance with institutional, NCAA, & conference regulations, and fostering a positive and inclusive team culture. This position oversees fiscal responsibilities pertaining to preparing, monitoring, and verifying expenditures associated with team travel, supplies/equipment, and scholarships. The coach is expected to build a successful program focused on athletic excellence, academic achievement, and personal development as a member of the Patriot League Conference.
This is a 12 month exempt position. This position is part of the Department of Athletics and Recreation at Bucknell University, a member of the NCAA Division I (FCS in Football) and the Patriot League for 24 of 27 varsity sports.
All Athletics staff members are expected to contribute to Bucknell’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Reporting Relationship:
- Reports to the Senior Associate Director of Athletics
Work Setting/Schedule:
- Primarily on-campus
- Must be able to travel with the team for competitions and for recruiting, per the permitted recruiting calendar
- Requires night and weekend availability
What You Will Do:
- Provides general leadership and training for the men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams, directing workouts and coordinating with the sports performance staff within Athletic Training and Strength and Conditioning for appropriate skill set training.
- Instructs student-athletes on specific techniques, skills, and strategies. Establishing goals for each student athlete and assessing performance through the completion of evaluations and consistent feedback.
- Maintains a team culture of discipline and respect, addressing grievances, and developing a framework for corrective actions as necessary.
- Manages all home competition logistics and planning. Creates a home and away competition schedule.
- Performs effective budget planning and adherence to expense parameters ensure the timely execution of departmental/institutional budget procedures on an annual basis.
- Supervises and provides ongoing development and evaluation of assistant coaches.
- Works with the sports administrator and the advancement office to achieve annual fundraising goals and works to cultivate and build relationships with alumni, parents, and other supporters.
- Establishes a recruiting strategy that effectively identifies and recruits prospective student-athletes who align academically and athletically with the university and athletic department’s mission and values.
- Monitors the academic progress of student-athletes. Connects student-athletes with campus resources in the area of Life Skills (i.e., career development, financial education, mental health, nutrition, etc.)
- The job description’s listed responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive, additional non-essential tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
What You Will Bring:
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education, Athletic Training, or a related field
- Minimum of four years of experience coaching swimming in the collegiate setting
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
- Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
- Ability to maintain current CPR and First Aid certification
- Valid US driver’s license/Motor Vehicle Check required upon hire
Preferred, But Not Required
- Master’s Degree, and 5+ years of experience
- Proven success coaching swimming at NCAA Division I level
- Proven integrity and leadership skills. Strong commitment and ability to motivate, teach, counsel, and recruit academically qualified student-athletes
Physical Requirements
- Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises
- Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day
Job Exempt:
Yes
Salary Range:
72,640.00-90,800.00
The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate’s credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy.
This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.
Benefits:
Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):
- Flexible scheduling options determined by role;
- Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
- An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
- Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)
- Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
- A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
- A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card
To learn more about Bucknell’s benefits, click https://www.bucknell.edu/azdirectory/talent-culture-human-resources/employee-benefits (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)
Inclusive Excellence:
Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.
E-Verify
Bucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
For additional information regarding Bucknell’s E-Verify requirements, please contact the office of Talent, Culture & Human Resources (570) 577-1631 or email [email protected].
Head Swim Coach – Lakota Family YMCA Stingrays Swim Team (Ohio)
Date posted: June 29, 2026
Location: 6703 Yankee Road, Liberty Township, OH, USA
with Lakota Family YMCA
Job Description: The Lakota Family YMCA seeks a passionate and motivated individual to step into the role of Head Coach to lead our growing swim team program. We are located in Liberty Township, Ohio, roughly 20 miles northwest of Cincinnati, and participate in the Tri-County and Southwest Ohio YMCA swim leagues. The ideal candidate will possess a strong, fundamental knowledge of stroke technique and physical conditioning, as well as the ability to positively motivate swim team participants using an understanding of individual swimmers’ strengths and goals.
The Lakota YMCA Stingrays comprises a recreational summer team and year-round competitive team. Our program caters to a wide variety of swimmers of varying abilities ranging in age from 5-18, with approximately 125 participants currently enrolled in the program. The Head Coach position is a full-time position, requiring mornings, nights, and weekends, and involves planning and overseeing practices, recruiting/hiring assistant coaching staff, and a variety of administrative tasks.
Salary range is $43,000-$50,000, negotiable based on experience.
Job Requirements:
- Hours/week varying; includes mornings, evenings, weekends
- Have a passion for coaching and developing athletes of all skill and age levels
- Possess fundamental knowledge of competitive swim-stroke technique
- Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrate an ability to lead and work well with others
- Possess thorough understanding, application, and enforcement of YMCA and USA-Swimming rules, policies, and procedures
- Demonstrate excellent customer service and decision-making skills
Qualifications:
- Must be 18+ years of age
- Bachelor’s degree in athletic training, sports/recreation management or other such relevant field preferred
- Minimum 2+ years’ professional coaching experience, ideally in a head coaching or YMCA-Swimming or USA-Swimming position, preferred
- Experience using Team Unify/Sports Engine, HyTek, and/or Team/Meet Manager preferred
Training & Certifications:
- Must obtain or possess current American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certification within 3-6 months of employment
- Must obtain or possess Safety Training for Swim Coaches (STSC) within 3-6 months of employment
- Must obtain or possess Coaches Membership with USA Swimming within 3-6 months of employment
- Complete Principles of YMCA Swimming and Diving (Y-USA) and Child Protection Training (SafeSport) within 3-6 months of employment
- Obtain or possess ASCA membership within 3-6 months of employment (preferred, not required)
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop and administer effective training programs for the competitive and recreational swim teams focusing on stroke technique and physical conditioning
- Create a positive, fun and encouraging team environment where swimmers are encouraged to learn and grow
- Recruit, hire and train assistant coaching staff to assist in administering practice, communicating with parents and team participants, and attend team competitions
- Work with the Aquatics Director and Swim Team Parent Board to plan and execute team-building activities and social functions
Secondary Responsibilities:
- Abide by and enforce policies of Y-USA and USA-Swimming
- Abide by and enforce policies of Lakota Family YMCA Employee Manual, including thorough knowledge and administration of emergency action plan (EAP)
- Assist aquatic staff (lifeguards, swim lesson instructors, etc.) in administering EAP in the event of an emergency
- Assist aquatics and YMCA staff in maintaining facility cleanliness and appearance
- Manage and organize team equipment and other applicable inventory
- Complete incident and/or contamination reports as needed
- Communicate suggestions, concerns, or required maintenance needs to the Aquatics Director or Facilities Director
- Fulfill requests of the Aquatics Direct and/or other professional YMCA staff as needed
- Assume responsibility for safety of swim team participants and patrons during all aspects of aquatic programming and regular operating hours
- Promote all aquatics and YMCA program
Lead Age Group Coach
Date posted: June 29, 2026
Location: Doha, Qatar
with H2O Swim Club Qatar
POSITION: Lead Age Group Coach
Directly Reports to: Aquatics Director and Managing Director
Lead Coach is responsible for establishing and implementing the general content and criteria of swimming programs and for coaching the Division 1 Programs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Years of Experience: 8 years +
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Sports or Equivalent coaching certification
Safety qualifications: Educare Full Modules, CPR and First Aid
ASCA Level: Level 3+ or Equivalent.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Good communicator
- Ability to inspire confidence and motivate swimmers
- Perseverance and patience
- Spoken proficiency and good writing skills in English language
- Good IT skills
- Knowledge of using Hytek Team Manager a must
RESPONSABILITIES “
Coaching
- Coach our main Division 1 Programs but also assist where needed with our other programs.
- Assist in organizing Competitive Events.
- Assisting Schools that we operate from with their swim events as required.
- Assisting with Team Building events for leisure and competitive groups
- Follow all H2O Swim Club policies and procedures and adhere to H2O Code of Conduct
- Assist coordinate and coach, when necessary, academic school curriculum programs during school hours as required by the company
- Assist in implementing H2O School Curriculum programs as required.
- Overlook and coach a dry land program
- Assist in coordinating swim competition entries for all programs and attend swimming competitions.
- Ensure that pool checks are being carried out.
- Lead coaches meeting as required by the club
- Communicate with parents effectively and professionally
- Assist with the planning and creation of Winter and Summer Camps as required
- Ensure Progression Reports are maintained
- Ensure productive use of office hours as designated by the company for the designing and planning of programs and lessons, as well as the professional development.
- Implement and run swim clinics as required
Schedule
- Plan and design swimming pool training sessions for all groups. .
- Schedule and Lead coaches’ meetings.
- Assist in establishing swim meet calendar for each season
- Work with our other Coaches to ensure professional growth.
- Assist admin team with communicating program changes, class cancellation, attendance to competition, communication, meet information etc.
- Review swim competition entries.
- Maintain all swimmers’ timings and records
- Planning and designing swimming pool training sessions for all groups.
- Adapt and modify schedule as required to ensure a safe environment whilst achieving maximum capacity in revenue generation.
Administration
- Assist admin team with communicating program changes, class cancellation attendance to competition, communication, meet information etc.
- Assist with administration duties as required.
- Work with other coaches to coordinate competition entries for all H2O programs as required.
- Assist with administration duties as required by the club
- Ensure productive use of office hours as designated by the company for the designing and planning of programs and lessons, as well as the professional development.
- Ensure that all current qualification, such as CPR and safeguarding certification is kept up to date (maintain validity)
Hours of Work
- 40 hours per week, Saturday to Thursday, and the working days should be organized in accordance to the work requirements of the Club. This is a senior position which does not include overtime pay. However, there will be times when additional hours will be required to meet the job responsibilities, especially during competitions.
Assistant Swim Coach | Lead Age Group Coach
Date posted: June 27, 2026
Location: 12701 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ, USA
with J Swim Club
Job Description
The Assistant Swim Coach and Lead Age Group Coach is a full-timeposition. Responsibilities include managing, leading and developing athletes for a specific age group(s) and when needed, working with other age groups. This position requires the coach to write and implement workouts appropriate for age, ability and training cycles. Workouts need to emphasize safety and technique in and out of the water. The Lead Age Group Coach must be highly motivated, open-minded and hardworking; attend all swim meets; implement the sprint training philosophy, be available for set up and take down at home meets; use a collaborative approach with the coaching staff; complete administrative tasks; and be a great role model to young athletes while inspiring them to be the best they can be.
Key Responsibilities
- Write, plan and execute high-quality workouts for improving swimmers’ technique and fitness levels for assigned practice groups.
- Teach and train proper stroke and dryland techniques for swimmersfrom developmental to intermediate levels.
- Implement the Summer League program including, but not limited to marketing; communication with the Head Swim Coach and parents; training part-time assistant coaches; schedule, superviseand coach splash meets; administrative tasks; develop a 6-week training plan
- Assist in coaching other training groups.
- Attend meetings, attend all team functions (party, banquet, special practices); collaborate with the coaching staff to ensure consistency in philosophy, training and race strategies.
- Attend swim meets; provide coaching and concise feedback to swimmers.
- Assist in set up and break down of home swim meets.
- Assist head coach in development of onboarding processes;standard operating procedures; bring improvement ideas to team meetings; run the team Instagram account.
- Communicate professionally with swimmers, parents, and other coaches through multiple channels, (i.e. conversations; meetings with parents; phone calls; emails; text; BAND app). Keep a record of those communications.
- Complete, implement and manage administrative tasks assigned by the Head Coach within given deadlines.
- Comply with all safety and risk management policies and procedures of the Valley of the Sun J and J Swim Club.
- Participate in workshops, seminars, and training to enhance professional growth.
- This is a Full-Time position with a 90-day probationary period.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience coaching age group swimmers
- Competitive swimming experience at the club or collegiate level
- Passionate, enthusiastic and engaging coaching style
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite programs, Google Workspace and Sports Engine
- Social media and marketing experience preferred, but not required
- Experience in administration or management preferred, but not required
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to remain calm and focused in high-stress situations
- Knowledge of emergency response procedures
- Minimum age of 18
- Background Check for employees over 18 shall be subject to pre-employment
Educational Requirements
- High school diploma
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Exercise Science, or related field preferred, but not required.
- Provide a USA Swimming Coach Member Card documenting required certifications. These include but are not limited to CPR/AED training; Water Safety for Swim Coaches In-Water & Online; Athlete Protection; Concussion Protocol Training; Background check; Coaches Advantage Tutorial by USAVA. Other training may be requested by the Head Coach.
Physical Requirements
- Varying Hours: 25-30 hours/week + meet weekends
- Able to work in an outdoor pool facility in summer and winter conditions
- Remain outside in 100+ degree temperatures
- Variable working hours include weekdays, weekends and holidays
SPRING HILL AGE GROUP COORDINATOR
Date posted: June 26, 2026
Location: 2909 Commonwealth Dr, Spring Hill, TN 37174, USA
with Excel Aquatics
Excel Aquatics is a Bronze-level, multi-site program with more than 650 swimmers that ranks in the top 40 VCC teams in the country. We are a 501c3 nonprofit year-round swim club based in 12 locations in the Middle Tennessee area. We currently have 14 full-time staff members, and six main administrative departments within the organization. The Spring Hill location consists of 84 18&under athletes, and is within 30 minutes of downtown Nashville.
Excel Aquatics is seeking to fill a full-time Age Group Coordinator position at our Spring Hill location.
We are looking for a candidate who will build a positive competitive culture for the 12&under groups, and help assist with the 13 & over groups as needed. This position will report directly to the Spring Hill Site Coordinator. They will oversee and work collaboratively with the 3 assistant 12&under coaches to ensure consistent progressions from one group to the next. This position will also work with one of our six administrative departments.
This position will consist of on-deck coaching, administrative duties, and mentoring of assistant coaches.
The Spring Hill Age Group Coordinator responsibilities include:
Coaching Roles
- Lead 11-12, and 9-10 groups
- Assist 13 & over groups
- Expected, but not limited to, 15-20 hours of coaching per week
Administrative Roles
- Digital marketing company point of contact
- Statistics
- Assist with meet reports, meet recaps, and camp eligibility tracking.
- Open admin
- Assist with other administrative roles totaling 6+hours per week.
- Administrative hours
- Expected, but not limited to, 8-12 hours of admin work per week.
Qualifications:
- Proven ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Has knowledge and experience in technical training and skill development aspects of training at all ability levels.
- Ability to communicate professionally.
- Ability to mentor assistant coaches.
- Able to help solve problems professionally.
- Enthusiastic about all levels of swimming.
- Willing to complete continuing education.
- Must pass all background checks and maintain good standing coach membership status with USA Swimming.
- Is a US Citizen
Compensation:
- The annual salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience.
- The position includes an individual health insurance package through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
- Reimbursement for approved travel and continuing education will be provided.
Interview Process
There will be a 3 step interview process for this position.
- Resume review and selection for the first interview.
- Round one of the Interview will be held with the Spring Hill Site Coordinator, and Assistant Age Group Coach.
- Round two of the interview will be held with the top 3 candidates with the Head Coach/CEO and the Business Director.
Head Age Group Coach and Aquatics Supervisor
Date posted: June 26, 2026
Location: 505 Thunderbird Drive, Boulder, CO, USA
with Riptide Swim Team (RIP-CO)
Riptide Swim Team at Genesis Health Cub – Boulder
https://www.gomotionapp.com/team/RIP/page/home
Position Title: Head Age Group Coach + Aquatics Director
Reporting to: Head Coach and Club General Manager
Pay Range: $50-70K
The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, along with a proven record of success in coaching competitive swimmers. If you are passionate about developing young athletes, building a positive team culture, and embracing compassion and growth to achieve excellence in and out of the pool, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
• Establish and maintain relationships and collaborative communication with swimmers and parents
• Plan/run daily Silver (11-12) and Copper Team (8&U) practices in a direction that supports the coaching philosophy and direction of the program as established by the Head Coach.
• Mentor and develop other Age Group coaches.
• Manage Private Lesson Instructor and Masters Swim program
• Offer individual meetings with interested swimmers at the 11-12 level.
• Assist and observe other training groups as needed.
• Send updates to Age Group Teams at least monthly, to keep families informed and engaged with team happening, calendars, practice changes, meets, etc.
• With the guidance of the Head Coach, oversee development and progression of the Age Group Program using the ADM.
• Coach Age Group Athletes at all meets, including handling or delegating meet entries and communications for meets with the age group program.
• Maintain respectful communications and regular meetings with the Head Coach to outline development progressions, practice sessions, meet schedules, and to discuss challenges and opportunities within the program. These meetings should also ensure that the management of the group and program remains unified within the Head Coach’s vision and team values.
• Drive team spirit by planning and executing team building activities through collaboration with parents and coaching staff.
• Cultivate a positive team atmosphere and build trusting relationships with other staff team members.
• Complete all admin tasks such as payroll, expense reports, in a timely manner.
Qualifications & Requirements
• Coaching Experience at the Age Group and / or Senior Level
• All certifications current and in good standing with USA Swimming
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Self-reflective, takes accountability, and pursues personal growth
• Excellent communication and administrative skills
• Solid knowledge of stroke technique and training physiology
• Passion and enthusiasm for competitive swimming and youth/coach mentoring
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee; other duties may
HEAD 11-14 AGE GROUP COACH / ASST SENIOR COACH
Date posted: June 25, 2026
Location: Greenwood, IN, USA
with Center Grove Aquatic Club
The Center Grove Aquatic Club (CGAC) seeks applications for our 11-14 Head Age Group Coach / Assistant Senior Coach position. This coach will oversee the CGAC 11-14 year old division (Challenge division) while collaborating with the Head FUNdamental Coach (10&U) to manage the entire CGAC age group program. In addition, this coach will assist with the CGAC Senior division. This coach must possess strong organization, communication, problem solving, and leadership skills. This coach must embody the CGAC team mission of “We provide a team culture that fuels success by living out values that inspire excellence within our swim family.” and can carry out our vision of “CGAC: MAKING YOU BETTER. WE CAN. WE WILL. WE DO.”
Terms and Responsibilities
- In collaboration with the Head FUNdamental Coach, oversee and directly supervise all scheduled age group practices, age group meets and age group team activities
- Be available for meetings with the CGAC Board of Directors and CGAC coaching staff.
- Maintain and promote a positive culture within the CGAC organization
- Maintain a high level of speech, dress, and behavior that would be generally required in any business setting
- Report to location at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled session and stay until all swimmers have been picked up by parent guardian, all clean-up has been completed, and/or all work has been completed.
- Maintain office hours and/or indicate how/when to be contacted
- Maintain all coaching credentials in compliance with USA Swimming as well as complete the ASCA Level 1-4 Schools within the schedule determined by Head Coach
- Must adhere to the CGAC Coach Code of Conduct
- Be compliant with all USA Swimming Safe Sport policies and procedures.
- Ensure that CGAC follows and is in compliance with all USA Swimming and Indiana Swimming regulations as well as the CGAC bylaws.
Specific duties of the Head 11-14 Age Group Coach/Assistant Senior Coach
- Oversee the entire CGAC 11-14 Age Group staff and programs;
- Directly coach the top 11-14 age group (CHALLENGE 3/PERFORMANCE PATHWAY GROUP). This includes practices 6 days per week (with possibilities of some double days).
- Establish group seasonal plan, setting practice schedules, weekly training schedule and daily workouts for all 11-14 training groups that includes education of weekly technique and skill focus.
- Review coaching hours and approve payroll.
- Work with lead coach staff to plan and implement a cohesive skill development curriculum.
- In conjunction with lead coach staff, plan and implement appropriate staff education
- Work with lead coach staff to select a comprehensive meet schedule
- In conjunction with lead coach staff, conduct monthly staff meetings
- Assist the SENIOR DIVISION by directly coaching any training groups and/or practices assigned by the Head Coach. This includes assisting with Senior level practices during the high school season.
- Collaborate with Head FUNdamental Coach to oversee all individual and team meet entries
- Conduct seasonal parent meeting for 11-14 training group
- Submit weekly communication specifically about the 11-14 age group as well as current happenings at the AGE GROUP level
- Coordinate seasonal registration/evaluations with lead coaches and CGAC Board of Directors/Registration committee
- Assist CGAC Board of Directors with budgeting, strategic planning, fee structure, communication, and any other board assigned responsibilities
- Submit monthly report to CGAC Board of Directors
- Assist in any additional responsibilities that the Head Coach and/or the CGAC Board of Directors may require.
Qualifications and Experience
- Preference will be given to Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- A minimum of 3 years competitive swim coaching experience, preferred Head Age Group Coach experience and ASCA Level 3 certification
- Competitive swim experience is required
- Promotes an inclusive environment that values, encourages, and supports all those affiliated with CGAC.
- Must be in good standing with USA Swimming and all its affiliates
- Must have current USA Swimming coach certifications
Head Swim Team Coach
Date posted: June 25, 2026
Location: 370 Memorial Drive, Seneca, SC, USA
with Foothills Area YMCA
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Head Swim Team Coach at the Foothills Area YMCA is a dedicated Full-Time coach who inspires our team. The Head Swim Coach will be essential in developing our swimmers’ potential, organizing, and managing practices, clinics, meets, and other team events for the Foothills Area YMCA Swim Team. Other responsibilities include creating a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provides vision, leadership, and management of the day-to-day operations of the successful, values-oriented Foothills Area YMCA competitive swimming program that includes multiple age group levels.
- Abides by the YMCA of the USA Swimming and Diving, ASCA, and USA Swimming Code of Ethics. Ensure all certifications are current and active.
- Recruits and hires diverse staff and volunteer teams across multiple dimensions of diversity. On-boards and develops them for success. Provides vision, leadership, and management to the part time staff that includes coaching and leadership traits to ensure a high-quality swim program.
- Builds effective, authentic relationships with all swimmers and parents. Encourages member and parent support and involvement, including recruiting and overseeing the Parent Committee volunteers and other volunteers.
- Develops schedule for swim team practices, potentially in multiple facilities (Walhalla pool & Foothills Area YMCA) and develops competitive swim clinics each year.
- Maintains records of attendance, registration, achievements, progress reports, and skill development.
- Prepares all meet entries assuring that every child swims in every meet they attend. Prepare and submit all other necessary information for swim meets and attend meets as assigned.
- Updates, maintains, and distributes Swim Team Handbook. Assure that regularly scheduled all-parent meetings are held (this can include the end of season banquet).
- Communicates regularly with all Swim Team coaches, Aquatics Director, Marketing Director, and Branch Executive Director of Health and Wellness.
- Supports High School Swim Teams who use the Foothills YMCA facilities during their season in collaboration with the FAYMCA Swim Team.
- Serves as an ambassador to the community by actively promoting the YMCA aquatics and wellness programs.
- Encourage recruitment of swimmers through YMCA swim lesson programs as well as other YMCA youth programs in collaboration with the Aquatics Director.
- At times, teaches swim lessons and guards during low swim team times.
- Works with the Marketing Director to ensure all swim team information is up to date and is shared with the community in a timely manner through our websites, social media pages, and monthly newsletters.
- Assists in the preparation of an annual budget and manages the budget for the Swim Team program while adhering to the budget expectations and procedures of the Foothills Area YMCA.
- Ensures all monthly/annual swim team dues/fees are paid in a timely manner as determined by the leadership team for all swim team participants.
- Evaluates all programs annually to ensure they meet the needs of program participants.
- Assists in Annual Campaign by recruiting volunteers and supporting team events in coordination with campaign efforts.
- Other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
- Inclusion
- Critical Thinking & Decision Making
- Emotional Maturity
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Minimum age of 18
• Certifications: Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED, first aid, emergency oxygen
administration, Coaches Safety Training and Lifeguard Training.
• Coaching certifications from YMCA of the USA and USA swimming. Certification from ASCA is preferred.
• Able to relate and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner.
• Child abuse prevention and Bloodborne Pathogens training within 30 days of hire date
• Strong ability to be an engaging presence leading staff and programs.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Proven skills in human relations, public speaking, program management, and volunteer development.
• Outstanding communication skills, the ability to determine and set priorities, manage his/her staff members work schedule; as well as the capacity to handle multiple tasks appropriately in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Hours vary depending on need, including weekends and evenings.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Physical demands include frequent standing and walking; use of hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear; regularly lift up to 20 pounds.
Operations & Community Engagement Coordinator
Date posted: June 25, 2026
Location: Bellingham, WA 98226, USA
with Bellingham Bay Swim Team
Position Summary
Bellingham Bay Swim Team (BBST) is seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and community-minded professional to serve as our Operations & Community Engagement Coordinator. This position plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our competitive swim team while fostering an exceptional experience for swimmers, families, coaches, sponsors, and volunteers.
The ideal candidate is equally comfortable managing financial records and administrative systems as they are coordinating events, supporting volunteers, creating social media content, and helping further a strong team culture.
This position reports directly to the BBST Head Coach and Board of Directors and works closely with coaches, team leadership, volunteers, sponsors, and families.
Key Responsibilities
Financial & Banking Operations
- Maintain financial records and supporting documentation.
- Process payroll and reimbursements.
- Process accounts payable, including pool rental fees, USA Swimming fees, meet entry fees, vendor invoices, and other team expenses.
- Manage deposits, banking transactions, and payment reconciliation.
- Reconcile PayPal, Venmo, ACH, and credit card transactions.
- Track and document all financial activity.
- Prepare monthly financial summaries and assist the Treasurer with financial reporting.
Billing Administration
- Manage swimmer billing through Sports Engine.
- Process monthly dues, meet fees, gear charges, and discounts.
- Communicate billing summaries to families.
- Monitor outstanding balances and support collections efforts.
- Maintain accurate billing records and account updates throughout the season.
Swim Meet Financial Management
- Coordinate financial transactions related to away and hosted meets.
- Track meet revenues and expenses.
- Prepare required post-meet financial reports and income statements within established timelines.
Registration & Compliance
- Manage annual swimmer registration and ongoing athlete enrollment.
- Process USA Swimming registrations and renewals.
- Submit Outreach applications and documentation.
- Maintain compliance with USA Swimming and Pacific Northwest Swimming requirements.
- Review and update Sports Engine permissions and access levels.
Administrative Operations
- Attend weekly in person staff meetings with coaching staff.
- Prepare monthly administrative reports for Board meetings.
- Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and record minutes.
- Manage administrative communications and team email accounts.
- Collect and distribute mail.
- Maintain practice group roster lists, email groups, and website content.
- Conduct periodic reviews to ensure website information remains current and accurate.
Records & Asset Management
- Update team record boards and athlete recognition displays.
- Maintain and refresh team trophy and awards displays.
Social Media & Marketing
- Develop and implement a year-round social media strategy.
- Create engaging content highlighting swimmer achievements, team culture, sponsors, and events.
- Promote registration periods, fundraisers, swim meets, and community outreach initiatives.
- Monitor engagement metrics and maintain consistent team branding.
Sponsorship Management
- Support sponsor recruitment and stewardship efforts.
- Maintain sponsor relationships and fulfillment of sponsorship benefits.
- Create sponsor recognition materials and content.
- Coordinate sponsor visibility at meets, events, and digital platforms.
- Track sponsorship renewals and engagement opportunities.
Volunteer Coordination
- Organize volunteer schedules for meets and team events.
- Communicate volunteer expectations and responsibilities.
- Collaborate with Board members to recruit, engage, and retain volunteers.
Event Planning & Execution
- Coordinate logistics for swim meets, banquets, fundraisers, and community events.
- Manage event registration, promotion, setup, and execution.
- Ensure events reflect BBST’s mission and values.
Swimmer & Family Experience
- Support onboarding and orientation for new families.
- Assist coaches with initiatives that strengthen team culture outside the pool.
- Coordinate recognition and appreciation efforts.
- Develop programs that foster camaraderie, inclusion, and positive family engagement.
Qualifications
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Experience with bookkeeping, billing, or financial administration preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, and cloud-based software.
- Experience with social media content creation and digital communications.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently.
- Ability to maintain productivity in a remote work environment.
- Comfortable working with volunteers, families, and community partners.
- Experience with TeamUnify (Sports Engine), youth sports organizations, competitive swimming, nonprofit administration, or event coordination is highly desirable.
Compensation
Compensation is competitive and will be based on experience, qualifications, and the scope of responsibilities assumed.
About BBST
Bellingham Bay Swim Team has served Whatcom County swimmers for more than 30 years, providing high-quality coaching, athlete development, and a positive team environment. BBST is committed to developing confident athletes, fostering lifelong skills, and building a supportive community both in and out of the water.
Daly City Dolphins Head Swim Coach
Date posted: June 24, 2026
Location: 131 Westmoor Avenue, Daly City, CA, USA
with Daly City Dolphins Aquatics Club
The Daly City Dolphins Aquatics Club (DCD) seeks a highly qualified individual for the position of Head Swim Team Coach.
DCD is a local, community-focused club with 150+ USA Swimming registered swimmers training and competing under the Daly City Dolphins team name as one of USA Swimming’ Zone 1 North most successful and established competitive swim teams with over 50 years of tradition and history. DCD is a year-round competitive program that offers opportunities for all levels of swimmers. The team supports a broad range of swimmers, from the 6-year-old beginner to the 18-year-old National Qualifier. Our mission at DCD is to open the door to the world of competitive swimming for the children of our community
Our highly-trained and qualified coaching professionals guide each swimmer’s career from entry-level to National competition. We focus on training the whole athlete, including mental and emotional health, dryland exercise (which includes injury prevention routines and strength & conditioning circuits), training and racing strategies, and a strong emphasis on technical proficiency in the water. A primary focus is teamwork and building a strong sense of community in a safe environment.
Our team trains at the Giamonna Pool, a 11-lane, 25-yard short-course indoor aquatics facility located at Westmoor High School in Daly City, California. DCD hosts multiple competitions per year with the support of its family volunteers. The head coach must be dedicated to sustaining and strengthening our high-performance and comprehensive swim program by cultivating excellence in athletes in the pool and in their lives.
Head Coach Responsibilities
- Promotes and encourages a positive, progressive, inclusive, supportive, and winning culture while being a pervasive leader, serving as the Head Coach for the entire team.
- Staffs and assigns assistant coaching staff as appropriate to all practices, team events, and competitions.
- Serves as the primary DCD coaching point of contact for team coaches, the DCD member community, Zone 1 North, Pacific Swimming, and USA Swimming.
- Reports to the DCD Board of Directors and collaborates closely to establish and implement the vision of DCD’s competitive team.
- Works with the DCD Board on the swim team program’s annual budget and day-to-day finances.
- Collaborates with the DCD Board on strategic planning, marketing, vision, communication, fundraising, scholarship program, and other key initiatives.
- Collaborates with the DCD Board to ensure that the team website, www.iswimdcd.com, hosted on Commit Swimming, is up-to-date and functioning smoothly.
- Maintains a healthy professional relationship with the City of Daly City Parks and Recreation and the City leadership team, collaborating on planning and communication.
- Recruits, retains, supervises, and mentors productive and effective coaching and instructional staff; conducts goal-setting meetings; observes and provides feedback to staff regularly; plans and fosters continuing education opportunities.
- Creates and ensures implementation of a hiring orientation program for all coaches; complies and ensures club compliance with USA Swimming and Pacific Swimming policies (background checks, membership, etc.).
- Communicates the Pacific Swimming vision and administrative details to competitive team members and families.
- Oversees the maintenance of the updated team roster and all meet results.
- Ensures all athletes are registered with USA Swimming and that DCD complies with all Pacific Swimming and USA Swimming policies and procedures.
- Collaborates with the Aquatics Director to ensure adequate pool space and practice time to run the team practice sessions, clinics, camps, events, and meets; coordinates with vendors and partners where necessary.
- Communicates regularly to club membership about current and upcoming program operations, including competitions, social and fundraising events, and schedule changes.
- Oversees, with the support of the assistant coaching staff and Board, retention of members, recruitment of new members, and processes of onboarding new swimmers and their families.
- Provides a safe environment for DCD members, families, volunteers, and guests at all DCD programs, practices, clinics, camps, events, and meetings.
- Achieves and maintains USA Swimming Safe Sport Club recognition in concert with the Board
Head Coach Requirements
- American Swim Coaches Association (ASCA) – Certification Level 4 or equivalent experience
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Current USA Swimming membership
- Current American Red Cross CPR, First Aid, Safety Training for Swim Coaches, and Concussion Protocol Training
- Passion for swimming with a proven record as a coach with 5+ years of top-level experience with a strong preference for USA Swimming National level
- Sound technical understanding of swimming and documented high-performance results verified by performance; recognized in the swimming field as an exceptional coach; believes in a process for swimmer development, committed to curriculum development
- Knowledge and management of hosting, bidding for, and pursuing meets annually
- High level of integrity paired with a favorable reputation in the swimming community
- Demonstrated self-awareness – recognizing emotions, strengths, challenges, drive, values, and goals with an empathetic and highly relational skill set. Head coach for all
- Self-motivated, holds self and others to high standards and fosters a culture of accountability that rewards success and mentors for improvement
- Highly collaborative and committed to a team atmosphere rather than individual achievement
- Innovative and brings new ideas to transform and grow the club
- Experience managing and mentoring/developing coaching staff; committed to hiring and developing excellent coaches with recognition for their achievements; values the success of others
- Build strong relationships with Pacific Swimming, USA Swimming, and the other Zone 1 North swim clubs
- Provide guidance and support to athletes during the college recruiting and/or decision process
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with local high school swim programs while supporting DCD members participating in HS athletics
- Participation in clinics and other continuing education opportunities for learning new instruction techniques and best practices regarding swim team management
- Strong written and oral communication skills, ability to work with a diverse staff, and autonomous organizational skills
Key Performance and Evaluation Factors
- Growth of the team based on total swimmers and retention year-to-year
- Performance of team based on USA Swimming Club Excellence Rankings
- Performance of team on the Age Group Level (state-based) and Senior Level (Sectional and National-based)
Direct Supervisor: DCD Board of Directors
Key relationships: City of Daly City Parks and Recreation department leadership, especially the Aquatics Coordinator
Work Schedule: Full-time position. The schedule varies based on season and business needs. The Head Coach position requires split shift hours, including coverage of morning practices and afternoon practices, remote and flexible hours Monday through Friday, plus weekends and travel.
Compensation: $100K+ base salary, commensurate with experience, plus incentives and benefits
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- 401K
- Travel reimbursement
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive, collaborative coaching staff
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Head Age Group Coach
Date posted: June 24, 2026
Location: 301 Kenton Lands Rd, Erlanger, KY, USA
with Northern Kentucky Clippers
Coaching Responsibilities
- Serve as Lead Coach for the Galleons (13–14) training group and one additional practice group.
- Develop and implement seasonal training plans for all Age Group practice groups.
- Establish annual performance goals for the Age Group Program.
- Coach athletes at local, regional, sectional, and championship meets.
- Teach and reinforce goal setting, race preparation, and training accountability.
- Collaborate with the Head Coach to develop and implement the 14 & Under dryland program.
- Ensure continuity throughout the Age Group Program.
Administrative Responsibilities
- Process and manage age group meet entries.
- Communicate regularly with athletes and parents through email and other club communication platforms.
- Assist the Head Coach with scheduling coaching staff.
- Collaborate on annual practice schedules and seasonal competition planning.
- Participate in staff evaluations and coach development.
- Foster and maintain a positive working relationship with Silverlake – The Family Place and its staff.
Program Development
- Work alongside the Head Coach and Team Administrator in planning and executing team-hosted meets.
- Assist in developing the club’s annual meet schedule.
- Partner with the Booster Club to organize age group social events that strengthen team culture.
- Lead summer league stroke clinics and represent Clippers at local summer league meets to recruit new athletes and families.
- Contribute ideas and initiatives that improve athlete retention, coach development, and overall program growth.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- IRA retirement contribution.
- Health insurance options.
- Cell phone reimbursement.
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive, collaborative coaching staff.
- Opportunity to work within one of the nation’s consistently successful club programs.