Job Description:
Date posted: May 27, 2026
Location: Bakersfield, CA, USA
Head Senior Coach
B-Town Brazadas Swim Club
Bakersfield, California
B-Town Brazadas Swim Club is seeking a passionate and experienced Head Senior Coach to help lead and grow our rapidly expanding USA Swimming affiliated program in Bakersfield, California.
This is a unique opportunity to join a young and fast-growing organization from the ground up while working in a brand-new, state-of-the-art 50-meter aquatic center at East Side Aquatic Center.
The Head Senior Coach will primarily lead our B-Team training division, serving high school-aged athletes, while also supporting broader organizational growth, Masters programming, and community engagement initiatives.
We are looking for a coach who is:
• Passionate about athlete development and team culture
• Structured, organized, and growth-minded
• Excited to help build a long-term program
• Community-focused and relationship-driven
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a growing organization
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead daily training sessions for B-Team athletes
• Design and implement seasonal training plans
• Prepare athletes for championship-level competition
• Provide technical instruction, race strategy, and athlete feedback
• Coach swim meets and support athlete progression
• Coach 2–3 Masters workouts weekly
• Support additional training groups as needed
• Assist with clinics, camps, outreach events, and community engagement
• Help support Swim School and Swim League programming
• Collaborate with staff on overall program development and culture
Qualifications:
• Minimum 7–8 years of competitive swim coaching experience
• Senior-level coaching experience preferred
• Strong technical knowledge of stroke mechanics and training methodology
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Current USA Swimming certifications or ability to obtain prior to hire
• College degree preferred but not required
Compensation & Benefits:
• Salary range: $70,000 – $80,000 annually
• Higher compensation may be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates
• Company-paid health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with 4% employer match after one year
• Relocation reimbursement available for qualified candidates
• Additional income opportunities through private lessons and clinics
• Family discounts on club programming
• USA Swimming, CPR/AED, ASCA, and required certifications covered by Brazadas
Why Brazadas?
We are building more than just a swim team. Brazadas is focused on creating opportunities for athletes, families, coaches, and the community through competitive swimming, swim instruction, and community engagement.
This role offers strong long-term leadership growth potential within the organization for the right candidate.
How to Apply
To apply, please click here and submit your resume. A cover letter is encouraged but not required.
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