Applications due 08/31/24
Job Description:
Date posted: June 11, 2024
Location: Gates Mills, OH, USA
THE POSITION
Hawken School is seeking to hire a full-time, year-round, salaried Head Coach who is a dedicated and experienced coach to lead a high school and institution-owned competitive club program that seeks to develop the character and athletic skills of a diverse group of swimmers of all ages, with a wide range of ability levels. This Head Coach must develop the skills and talents of the team while promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, and encouraging development and excellence. The successful candidate will also collaborate with several key stakeholders, including school administrators, club board members, athletics and aquatics staff, community members, parents, and minor athletes to lead efforts that support the team mission and the growth and development of each swimmer.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Applicants should be prepared to balance the following Head Coach roles and responsibilities:
Head Coach – Hawken School
Ensure the success of the varsity program at the highest level of the Northeast Ohio District and Ohio High School State Championships, while cultivating the junior varsity squad and middle school program
Demonstrate excellence in coaching and the development of training plans for the high school swim team
Determine high school meet schedule in collaboration with the Athletic Director and set coach schedules for meet attendance
Communicate effectively with the athletic department, Hawken School Deans, CFO, administrative assistants, transportation providers, custodians, and the general public about student practice and competition schedules
Develop meet lineups for regular season and championship competitions
Effectively communicate with assistants, athletes, parents, and alumni
Promote program internally and externally within the OHSAA guidelines
Perform other duties as assigned by Hawken School Athletics administrators and the Head of School
Head Coach – Lake Erie Silver Dolphins (LESD)
Lead the development, communication, and implementation of: team season planning; tryouts; practice schedules; meet schedules and coaching assignments; LESD coaching staff hiring and training mentoring processes; training group assignments; programming that fosters a culture of positive community building between club, middle school, and high school athletes
Directly oversee the training of two or more practice groups
Manage and mentor a dynamic group of coaches at multiple sites
Collaborate with staff, parents, and volunteers to develop and implement effective communication practices (including, but not limited to, weekly communication to families), budget planning and maintenance, team policies and procedures, the execution of team-hosted events, and the organization and publication of team records and media
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants should possess:
A Bachelor’s degree and 3 or more years of USAS coaching experience
Demonstrated team leadership and refined skills in high-quality athletic development
Experience in aquatics and team management with a cohesive coaching philosophy that upholds the values of Hawken School
Knowledge of the policies and guidelines of OHSSA and USA Swimming
Demonstrated competence as a role model for athletes and other coaches
Understanding of all facets of USAS competition administration, including familiarity with meet management tools such as TeamUnify, Hy-Tek, OME, and CTS (preferred)
Demonstrated experience in building healthy, effective, authentic relationships with swimmers, families, staff, and the community
Joyful enthusiasm for working with athletes of all ages and experience working in a diverse community
An eagerness to grow a competitive swimming and aquatics program, including learn-to-swim lessons, camps, and clinics
How to Apply
HOW TO APPLY
Salary is commensurate with experience. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume, along with three references, to [email protected].
Hawken School is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting all forms of diversity in the workplace and in our student body. We strongly urge all qualified individuals to apply.
Contact Information
phone: 440.423.2108
