Job Description:
Date posted: May 5, 2026
Location: Northern Virginia, VA, USA
The Opportunity
As a full-time Senior or Age Group Coach, you will join a dynamic family of coaches for the day-to-day development of athletes within your assigned training groups, partner with the Head Coach and Coach Directors in implementation of the season plan, and participate in long-term planning. You will help set the tone for excellence across your site. This is a leadership role for an experienced coach who is ready to build on Machine’s culture, drive performance, and invest deeply in the athletes in their practices.
What You’ll Do
Team & Athlete Development
- Lead and/or collaborate on all levels of swimming within the groups assigned to you, taking ownership of athlete progression and seasonal outcomes.
- Design practice that implements the training plans for the group(s) in close collaboration with the Team Head Coach, and implements clear progressions consistent with the established structure of Machine Aquatics.
- Monitor each swimmer’s advancement through the program and create meaningful, measurable season goals for the group.
- Build a strong group culture through community service, team outings, and other functions that connect athletes to one another and to Machine Aquatics.
Group Leadership
- Serve as Head or Assistant Group Coach, overseeing the infrastructure of every practice and the experience of every athlete in the water.
- Determine and approve swimmers’ events at competitions, attending the assigned meet when conflicts arise to support the entire Machine team.
- Partner with the site coaching staff to implement the Machine Aquatics dryland program.
- Communicate any changes to practice schedule, swim meets, or Machine activities promptly to the Site Head Coach and the Machine offices.
Meets, Travel & Operations
- Assist in meet operations for competitions hosted by Machine Aquatics.
- Attend travel meets as needed, with all arrangements coordinated through Machine offices and aligned with the season plan set by Machine Aquatics Coach Directors and Head Coach.
- Attend monthly site coaching meetings, and ensure your staff’s attendance at the Machine monthly staff meeting (second Tuesday of each month, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM).
- Be present in the Machine offices on Tuesdays from 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM, as required of all full-time staff.
Schedule & Commitment
This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits including medical, 401K, company phone and annual vacation.
In a typical week, you can expect:
- On-deck practice coaching according to your assigned group schedule.
- Eight to twelve hours of administrative work per week.
- An average of twelve to fifteen hours per month at competitive meets.
- Required presence at Tuesday office hours and monthly staff meetings; absences must be approved by Senior Management in advance.
What we are looking for
- An experienced competitive swim coach with a strong track record of athlete development across age groups and ability levels.
- A confident leader who can run a group, mentor assistant coaches, and represent Machine Aquatics with professionalism on deck and in the community.
- A thoughtful planner who designs training with intention and implementation of a season plan, and can adapt quickly when athletes or conditions demand it.
- A clear communicator who keeps athletes, parents, fellow coaches, and the Machine offices well-informed.
- Aligned with our commitment to compassionate coaching and the long-term well-being of every swimmer in the program.
Qualifications
- Significant experience coaching at a USA Swimming club or comparable competitive program.
- Current USA Swimming coach membership in good standing, including all required certifications (Safety Training for Swim Coaches, CPR/AED, First Aid, Concussion Protocol Training, Athlete Protection Training, and background screening).
- Demonstrated ability to design seasonal training plans, lead practices on deck, and guide athletes through measurable progression.
- Ability to attend travel meets and work a schedule that includes early mornings, afternoons, evenings, and select weekends.
- ASCA certification, college-level competitive swimming background, and prior experience in a senior or head-group coaching role are strongly preferred.
Compensation
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience. Full-time benefits package.
How to Apply
How to Apply
Submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to [email protected] and [email protected] with the subject line “Full Time Coach Application — [Your Name].”
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Machine Aquatics, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to building a coaching staff that reflects the swimmers and families we serve.
Contact Information
204- D Mill Street, NE
Vienna, VA 22180
phone: 7032812104
