Head Coach

Job Description:

Date posted: January 28, 2024

Location: Elizabethtown, KY, USA

General Summary:
The Etown Dolphins Swim Team is seeking a Head Coach to oversee our swimming program. We are a Board operated team run by the Head Coach. The Head Coach is responsible for the direction of the program with full support from the board. The main goal of the position is to continue to grow and develop our swim program, developing each swimmer to their full potential while building an excellence of team results. It is expected that the Head Coach will foster positive relationships, mentor as appropriate, work together with the coaching staff, and effectively communicate with swimmers, family members, and coaches. The Head Coach must develop the skills and talents of the team members and coaching staff while promoting teamwork, sportsmanship and encouraging personal development and excellence. The Head Coach will also be expected to work in partnership with Elizabethtown High School and Etown Swim and Fitness Center, and their respective facilities directors/managers to ensure proper training availability.

 

Essential Responsibilities:
-Serve as the Head Coach for the team’s competitive swim program to include Senior Groups, Age Groups and Learn to Swim.

-Develop and implement comprehensive training programs across all team/group levels tailored to the needs and abilities of individual swimmers/groups focusing on skill development, tactical knowledge, and physical fitness.

-Provide personalized coaching and feedback to individual athletes to help them achieve their maximum potential.

-Organize and lead regular team practices to enhance team cohesion and performance.  The position will require working weeknight practices and some weekend practices/meets with participation in meets at a local, regional, state, and national levels.

-Supervise and maintain positive practice and meet environments.

-Foster a positive and inclusive team culture, emphasizing sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among athletes, coaches, and support staff.  Build a positive atmosphere through teamwork and fun.

-Manage day-to-day operating issues, including (but not limited to):
—Organize staff meetings, provide ongoing feedback to coaches.
—Plan team practice schedules and meet schedules, including team and coaches travel, meet entry assignments, and other meet administrative duties

-Evaluate training plans with the head Age Group coach to encourage swimmers to develop short and long-range goals

-Plan and lead parent meetings

-Organize and manage all coaching and administrative staff assignments, responsibilities, and career development, including:
—Review and evaluation of staffing levels
—Assignment and delegation of duties
—Attend Board meetings and provide monthly progress reports regarding athlete performance, financial, communication, and staffing statuses.

-Finance responsibilities including:
—Assist in preparation of an annual operating budget with the Board Treasurer.
—Implement and manage expenditures in accordance with approved budget.
—Review and obtain Board approval for any required changes to budget.

-Lead all communication to coaches, parents (one-to-one and other), Board, and serve as the lead Etown Dolphins ambassador at meets and otherwise (e.g. Public Relations).

-Provide details on topics like:  training tips, meet preparation, injury prevention, nutrition, college recruitment

-Assist swimmers in understanding potential college swimming opportunities and provide recommendations as requested.

 

Essential Requirements, Attitude and Approach: 
-Must possess vision for Etown Dolphins Swim Team development and the ability to maintain and communicate that vision through all swim levels.

-Excellent written and verbal communications as well as demonstrated ability in building teamwork.

-Strong interpersonal and communications skills to deal effectively with all coaches, athletes, parents, Board members and outside personnel

-Act as a role model for swimmers with a positive, proactive manner which inspires and support the athletes

-Up to date on latest coaching techniques through research and/or continuing education through USA Swimming or ASCA

-Strong understanding of overall balance of training for distance and sprint, taper techniques, both in water and dry-land, for all age groups and strength/conditioning work throughout the entire program

-Ability to develop and implement a cohesive vision and coaching philosophy throughout the program, building swimmers from novice through senior levels

-Encourage athletes to strive for their personal best

 

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Other Qualifications: 
-Current USA Swimming coach member in good standing, including all courses and certifications.
-Proven coaching experience of five or more years and track of proven success with both developmental and elite swimmers in technique, race strategy, training methodologies, and results.
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with athletes, parents, staff, and the broader community.
-Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks and events simultaneously.
-Proficient in use of Hy-Tek software, Colorado Timing Systems, and TeamUnify platforms, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint – or equivalent).
-Must pass USA Swimming background check.
-Required to maintain USA Swimming coach certification, including first aid and life-saving requirements

How to Apply

Candidates should email their resume to Etown Dolphins Board President at [email protected]

Contact Information

Tina Godfrey