Head Coach

Job Description:

Date posted: June 28, 2023

Location: Lacey, WA, USA

The individual selected for this position needs to be experienced in the day-to-day operations of a larger swim club, self-motivated, and organized. The head coach is responsible for the day-to-day operations, hands-on guidance, and involvement of all aspects of the swim program, including but not limited to, exceptional communication skills with parents, swimmers, and board members. The Head Coach must be in good standing with USA swimming. The Head Coach’s primary training group will be at the Senior Level but will be responsible for the training and development of the other coaches and oversee and encourage the development of all 13 and over swimmers in the club.
The Head Coach will be involved in setting club policies, developing, and implementing an overall vision and progression of the club.

Duties to Include
Swimmer and Team Development:
Commitment of 20 hours of on deck training with Senior Level swimmers (majority) and development and participation with all other level groups and their training.
Off deck administration duties.
Design and oversee all training plans for all 13 and over groups.
Assessment and assignment of swimmers to training groups and appropriate goal setting.
Develop and foster a positive team spirit and camaraderie, emphasizing team building.
Promoting and encouraging a positive, progression and inclusive culture and serving as a head coach for the entire team.

Meets:
Development of the meet schedule with input from the head age group coach. Create and foster relationships with teams in our LSC. Creating the competition calendar for the short course, long course, and championship seasons.
Ensure all swim meets have adequate coaching coverage for all participating swimmers.
Prepare meet entries in accordance with the meet schedule and prepare meet entries for each meet.
Travel with the Senior Level Groups for championships meets and coordinate with the club board for travel budgeting and itinerary.

Administration:
Attend all monthly Board of Directors meetings, parent, and coaches’ meetings.
Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner including all forms required by USA Swimming.
Maintain current coaches’ credentials as required by USA Swimming.
Along with the Board of Directors, work alongside the parks department to maintain a consistent swim practice schedule and pool/facility use.
Assist the Board of Directors with the development and implementation of the annual budget and conduct club activities within the parameters of the budget.
Responsible for the coordinating and scheduling of the continuing education for the Head, Age Group, and Assistant Coaches.

Communication:
Communicate effectively to families with monthly emails. Update our team website and social media regularly.
Coordinate and schedule regular coaches’ meetings to foster team and coach development.
Maintain an overall positive, consistent, and effective motivational strategies when working with swimmers, parents, and coaching staff in relation to any aspect of our program.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send a cover letter to include a brief explanation of their coaching philosophy and experience along with a resume to [email protected]
Candidates who meet our qualifications will be invited to a phone and either a Zoom or in person interview.

Qualifications (Preferred but not Required):
Exceptional organization and leadership skills
Experience developing swimmers from the beginning level to national qualifiers
Bachelor’s Degree and/or ASCA Level 4 Certification
Proficient Computer Skills
Excellent Communication skills (verbal and written)

Contact Information

Chelsea Petersdorf

PO BOX 8137
Lacey, WA 98509