Aquatics Director/Assistant Swim Coach
Date posted: May 8, 2026
Location: 1 Western Way, Gunnison, CO, USA
with Western Colorado University
Position: Western Colorado University invites applications for the full-time position of Aquatics Director/Assistant Swim Coach. The position reports to the Head Swim Coach and is supported by 10-15 student employees.
Responsibilities: The Aquatics Director/Assistant Swim Coach is responsible for managing operations of aquatics facilities, policies, and pool schedule for open swim, swim activities, swimming programs, excellent skilled instruction, training, and strategies to achieve success. Supervise the day-to-day activities of staff and volunteers including teaching aquatic safety and certifications as needed. Oversees the organization, implementation, promotion and evaluation of the aquatics programs and facilities to include collegiate use, collegiate extra-curricular use, community use and pool programming. Adheres to aquatic safety guidelines and university procedures. This includes payroll, billing and collecting charges for non-collegiate use of the pool, equipment purchases and other miscellaneous expenditures.
This position also coordinates and oversees the recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, certification and performance of employees working as lifeguards. This includes teaching lifeguarding, CPR, water safety and all other required certifications. Cover any lifeguard needs for scheduling conflicts. Assists in the maintenance of the pools, to include chemistry, climate control, cleanliness and related pool needs. Assist in maintenance and repair of aquatics facilities and equipment. Responsible for working with the Athletics Facilities & Operations Coordinator to ensure that the pool facility is clean and in good repair. This includes scheduling appropriate time for routine and deep cleaning as well as maintenance, both routine and preventative, of all pool systems.
The Aquatic Director/Assistant Swim Coach has knowledge of USA Swimming/FINA Swimming, RMAC Conference, and NCAA Swimming rules and regulations. Assists the Head Coach to organize/conduct practice sessions, recruiting student athletes, monitoring academic progress of student athletes through academic advising and referrals, and recommend athletes for awards. The Aquatic Director/ Assistant Swim Coach assumes responsibility for enforcing training rules and monitoring the conduct of student athletes when representing Western Colorado University both on and off campus. Ensures institutional compliance of the program by adhering to all policies and procedures of the NCAA, RMAC Conference and USA Swimming organizations.
In addition to excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills the Aquatic Director will set up and tear down all equipment, spectator seating, and pool deck for all swim team home meets. Operate and maintain the Colorado Timing System during all home meets. Provide information about aquatics programs to schools, community service groups and the general public. Develop flyers, brochures, and advertisements as needed to promote aquatic programming. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of management level experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree required.
Previous collegiate level swimmer or coaching experience as club swim coach or NCAA swimming coach
Valid driver’s license.
Water Safety Instructor Trainer, CPR/ First Aid with Red Cross AED/Oxygen Knowledge / Lifeguard or a willingness to get all listed certifications prior to start date.
Knowledge of coaching methods.
Ability to travel, including domestic/international air travel, and availability to work days/nights/weekends/holidays.
Knowledge of all RMAC Conference and NCAA rules/bylaws.
Able to be a positive representative of the Western Colorado University at all times.
Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student-athletes and the general student body.
Preferred Qualifications:
Three years collegiate swim coaching experience.
Certified Pool Operator
Chemical Testing
Pool System Operations
Swim Programming/Lessons Programming experience
Compensation: $40,560 This position is FLSA exempt Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan, dental insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, and other insurance options. After one year of employment, Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years.
Application Procedure: Apply online at www.Western.edu/jobs. Required attachments for online application include a letter of application addressed to Associate Athletic Director of Business Operations Kaylee Summers, resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Please direct questions to the search committee chair at [email protected].
Application deadline is May 20th, 2026 at 11:59pm (MDT.)
Assistant Site Director
Date posted: May 7, 2026
Location: 152 South St, Claremont, NH 03743, USA
with Upper Valley Aquatic Club
We are thrilled to announce we are expanding the Upper Valley Aquatic Club to a third site location in Claremont, NH! The Claremont Savings Bank Community Center is home to an 8-lane 25 yard pool complete with a full Colorado timing system and scoreboard, diving blocks, dryland facilities and equipment, and a separate 15×10 yard warm water teaching pool.
Job Summary: The Assistant Site Director supports the Site Director in growing the youth swim team, the youth lessons groups, and private lesson program. The Assistant Site Director will lead one or more swim team training groups and assist in the training and direction of all swim instructors and coaches to ensure a high rate of retention.
Pay Range: Min $18 Mid $21.50 Max $25
Duties/Responsibilities:
Assist Site Director to market and manage swim team programs and various child swim programs.
Supervise and schedule site staff in accordance with the UVAC swim team and swim school programs.
Attend swim meets as assigned by Site Director, including home (Claremont) and away meets across New England.
Coach practices on deck 3-5 days per week.
Respond in a timely manner to inquiries and requests from staff, parents, and swim lesson participants, including administration of student evaluations to place them in the appropriate class/session.
Be available to coach all scheduled group lessons and swim team practices in the event of an unfilled absence of another instructor.
Support and manage the online swim lesson registration process and ensure accurate and timely collection of all lesson fees.
Back up for payroll processing for all CSBCC staff.
Perform any other reasonably related task as assigned by CSBCC Site Director.
Position Requirements
Required Skills/Abilities:
Quick thinker that respond to situations in a calm manner.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft Office
Adept at learning new software. Use of swim team and swim school reservation and scheduling systems.
Demonstrated ability to supervise, motivate, and train staff
Organized and strong multi-tasker.
Education and Experience:
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in competitive swim coaching (club, college, or high school level) and/or swim lesson instruction.
1+ years of experience in a leadership role.
ASCA I or II certification, preferred.
Red Cross CPR/First Aid/ AED certifications up to date (by start date)
USA Swimming coaching requirements up to date (by start date)
Physical and Schedule Requirements:
Occasional lifting up to 30lbs
Participate in UVAC special events and open house to help grow the programs in the community.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
Flexible schedule to include days/evenings/weekends.
Outside of administrative hours and deck time, the ASD will teach swim lessons or classes (hourly rates outside of salary)
Assistant Coach, Swimming
Date posted: May 7, 2026
Location: Savannah, GA, USA
with Savannah College of Art and Design
As an assistant swimming coach, you will report to the head coach and work with them to coordinate, develop, and improve athletes’ skills, team strategy, and concepts. You will assist in all aspects of training and planning, as well as the development of public relations and promotional activities with the team. As needed, you will accompany the team to all events and activities. Responsibilities include the Identification, evaluation, and recruitment of top-level athletes. Among other duties, you will encourage and promote academic excellence among team members and assist with competition analysis and entries. Additionally, you will order uniforms and equipment. You will also complete travel orders, create itineraries, and submit receipts and invoices.
The ideal candidate can motivate recruits, student-athletes, and alumni to support the continued growth and success of the university’s swimming teams.
Minimum qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree
- At least two years of experience coaching swimming
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to travel
Preferred qualifications:
- At least two years of experience coaching collegiate swimming
- Compliance with and working knowledge of NAIA policies and procedures
Work hours: The university work week is Sunday through Saturday. Most offices are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. To accommodate business needs, employees may be assigned to other workdays and/or hours, including weekends and evenings.
ADA tag: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and minimum qualifications listed represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and/or meet the minimum qualifications.
Seasonal Coach – Upper School Girls Varsity Swim Head Coach
Date posted: May 7, 2026
Location: 1201 East Union Street, Seattle, WA, USA
with Seattle Academy
REPORTS TO: Athletic Director
STARTS: August 24, 2026
SEATTLE ACADEMY is a dynamic community that challenges students to question, imagine, and create in order to contribute boldly to a changing world. This mission comes alive in our urban school setting where we serve grades 6 – 12 in a vibrant, independent school environment. Our diverse faculty and staff are exceptionally qualified, strong academically, and combine rich life experience with passion for their disciplines. Our teaching philosophy is geared toward our mission and guiding principles of Culture of Performance, College and Life, Know the Kid, and Inclusive Community.
Seattle Academy competes in the Metro League at the 3A classification. As this is the inaugural year of our Girls Varsity Swim program, we are seeking a talented, engaging, and compassionate coach to not only lead the team competitively, but also help establish the foundation of the program by developing team culture, values, traditions, and norms. This coach will help advance our vision of being an inclusive community of learners that provides an outstanding education for each individual in a diverse student population. We are looking for coaches who understand best practices in their respective sport and are passionate about coaching and enhancing student life. Upper School practices are held up to five days a week with up to one competition per week.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Knowledge of given sport and teaches appropriate fundamentals, techniques and skills.
- Is responsible for the health and safety of the student-athletes.
- Articulates a well-defined and understandable coaching philosophy.
- Applies developmentally appropriate and age appropriate methods to coaching student-athletes.
- Emphasizes sportsmanship and leadership among athletes.
- Clearly communicates to players, parents, administrators and staff.
- Positively motivates athletes and promotes teamwork.
- Attends all meetings and training as required by the league and/or Athletic Director.
- Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the schools documents.
- Since safety and security are everyone’s responsibility, take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials and facilities.
SALARY:
Salary Stipend for Head Coach is $7,000
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- High School diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Demonstrated competence and experience in coaching.
- Must possess or be willing to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR card
- Must possess or be willing to obtain a valid Life Guard Certification
- Completion of all WIAA certifications.
Vashon Seals Swim Team | Head Coach
Date posted: May 7, 2026
Location: Vashon Island, Vashon, WA, USA
with Vashon Seals Swim Team
About the Vashon Seals
The Vashon Seals Swim Team (Vashon Aquatic Club) is a community-based, non-profit youth swim program on Vashon Island, WA. We serve approximately 25-40 athletes ranging from beginners (age 5) to competitive high school swimmers. Our mission is to foster a lifelong love for swimming through character development, physical fitness, and technical excellence.
Position Overview
We are seeking an inspiring and experienced Head Coach to lead our year-round program. The ideal candidate will balance technical instruction with a positive, motivational coaching style that meets the needs of a wide range of ages and abilities. As the primary representative of the Seals on the pool deck, this role is critical to maintaining our team culture and managing our relationship with the Vashon Park District.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Program Planning: Develop and execute a long-term vision for the Seals that balances competitive excellence with team growth. This includes designing a multi-year athlete progression curriculum and partnering with the Board to ensure the team remains a sustainable and vibrant part of the Vashon community.
On-Deck Coaching: Planning and oversight of daily practices (currently scheduled Monday–Friday afternoons) for all four levels of the program. Delegation of on-deck coaching duties to assistants and older athletes based on judgement.
Technical Instruction: Provide expert guidance on stroke mechanics, starts, turns, and competitive strategy.
Mentorship: Work with older athletes to develop leadership and coaching skills. Define a plan for providing direct, on deck coaching experience for these athletes. Provide meet planning that provides opportunities for role ownership for our older athletes.
Meet Management: Determine meet schedules, manage entries via TeamUnify/GoMotion, and provide leadership on-deck at local and regional competitions.
Safety & Compliance: Ensure a safe environment at all times, strictly adhering to USA Swimming SafeSport and Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP).
Administrative Leadership: Act as the team registrar, manage parent communication, manage website updates, and lead regular meetings for assistant and junior coaches.
Community Engagement: Maintain professional, transparent communication with parents and the Board of Directors (the Head Coach is a Board member).
Requirements & Qualifications:
Certification: Current USA Swimming Coach membership, including Safety Training for Swim Coaches, CPR/AED/First Aid, and successful background check.
Experience: Previous competitive coaching experience, preferably with a diverse age range (5–18). 5+ years coaching experience and competitive swimming background preferred.
Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal skills to navigate island logistics and maintain a collaborative relationship with Vashon Park District staff.
Ability to communicate effectively with a tight-knit island community.
Proven track record of maintaining professional boundaries and a safe-sport culture.
Philosophy: A commitment to the philosophy that “winning” is about personal improvement, character growth, and team unity.
Position Details:
Employment Type: Salaried, year-round employee of the Vashon Aquatic Club.
Compensation: Competitive monthly salary based on experience: $2,500 – $2,800/mo.
Reimbursements: Standard stipends for meet travel and professional certifications (CPR/First Aid, USA Swimming registration, etc.).
Bonus Structure: Eligibility for seasonal/annual performance reviews.
Location: Vashon Community Pool, Vashon, WA.
Product Manager Swim Team Store Experience
Date posted: May 7, 2026
Location: Remote
with SwimOutlet
About SwimOutlet
SwimOutlet is the largest online swim retailer in the U.S. and a trusted partner to thousands of swim teams nationwide. Our Team Store platform powers the way swim teams gear up, making it seamless for coaches, parents, and athletes to get the suits, tech, and equipment they need, while unlocking exclusive team perks.
We’re building the richest team shopping experience in the industry, fast, reliable, deeply supportive of coaches, and full of community spirit.
Role Overview
We’re looking for a Product Manager to own and elevate the Swim Team Store experience. This is a flagship B2B product that sits at the heart of how SwimOutlet supports youth sports teams.
The right candidate combines:
-Customer empathy, ideally with firsthand experience in swim or youth sports organizations.
-Execution chops, a track record of building and shipping products in ecommerce or SaaS.
-Rapid prototyping skills, ability to create and test ideas using tools like Lovable, Claude Design, and Figma.
-You’ll work closely with design, engineering, operations, sales, and customer support to make SwimOutlet the obvious choice for teams.
What You’ll Do
Own the Swim Team Store roadmap
Prioritize features and improvements to optimize team setup, ordering, customization, and fulfillment.
Deeply understand customers
Engage directly with swim coaches, team admins, parents, and athletes to uncover their needs and pain points, drawing on your firsthand knowledge of youth sports.
Prototype and validate quickly
Use tools like Lovable, Claude, Claude Design to rapidly bring ideas to life, test with real users, and iterate based on feedback.
Drive cross functional execution
Partner with engineering, UX, marketing, and operations to deliver seamless product releases.
Elevate the experience
Ensure the platform feels trustworthy, frictionless, and inspiring, capturing SwimOutlet’s spirit as the go to swim partner.
Measure and iterate
Define and track KPIs including adoption, NPS, retention, and team order value, and use data to refine and prioritize.
Champion the business case
Align product initiatives with SwimOutlet’s strategic goals, ensuring both ROI and customer impact.
What We’re Looking For
3 to 5 years experience in product management: ecommerce, SaaS, or B2B platforms.
Domain Expertise
Background in ecommerce operations, community driven products, or team sports retail. Firsthand experience with swim teams or youth sports organizations as a coach, athlete, parent, or administrator.
Prototyping expertise
Strong working knowledge of Lovable, Figma, or similar tools.
Customer first mindset
Ability to empathize deeply with end users and advocate for their needs.
Analytical and strategic
Comfortable defining KPIs, analyzing performance, and making data driven decisions.
Strong communicator
Skilled at alignment and storytelling across leadership, design, engineering, and customer facing teams.
Entrepreneurial background
Proven ability to identify opportunities, build solutions, and drive innovation in fast paced environments.
Why Join Us
Shape a flagship B2B product that supports thousands of swim teams nationwide.
Combine your passion for sports, technology, and community in one impactful role.
Join a mission driven team at the number one swim retailer in the U.S.
Competitive compensation, insurance and benefits with some great employee perks.
Pacifica Sea Lions Head Swim Team Coach
Date posted: May 6, 2026
Location: Pacifica, CA, USA
with Pacifica Sea Lions Aquatic Club
The Pacifica Sea Lions Aquatic Club (PSL) seeks a highly qualified individual for the position of Head Swim Team Coach.
PSL is a local, community-focused club with 160 USA Swimming registered swimmers training and competing under the Pacifica Sea Lions name as one of Northern San Mateo County’s most successful and established competitive swim teams with over 60 years of tradition and history. PSL is a year-round competitive program that offers opportunities for all levels of swimmers. The team supports a broad range of swimmers, from the 6-year-old beginner to the 18-year-old National Qualifier. Our mission at the Pacifica Sea Lions is to inspire our members to achieve their maximum swimming potential through high-quality coaching and self-motivation with the goal of team unity in a safe and supportive environment for all.
Our highly-trained and qualified coaching professionals guide each swimmer’s career from entry-level to National competition. We focus on training the whole athlete, including mental and emotional health, dryland exercise (which includes injury prevention routines and strength & conditioning circuits), training and racing strategies, and a strong emphasis on technical proficiency in the water. A primary focus is teamwork and building a strong sense of community in a safe environment.
Our team trains in the Jean E. Brink Pool, a 10-lane, 25-yard short-course indoor aquatics facility located at Oceana High School in Pacifica, California. PSL hosts multiple competitions per year with the support of its family volunteers. The head coach must be dedicated to sustaining and strengthening our high-performance and comprehensive swim program by cultivating excellence in athletes in the pool and in their lives.
BASIC FUNCTIONS – HEAD COACH
- Promotes and encourages a positive, progressive, inclusive, supportive, and winning culture while being a pervasive leader, serving as the Head Coach for the entire team.
- Staffs and assigns assistant coaching staff as appropriate to all practices, team events, and competitions.
- Serves as the primary PSL coaching point of contact for team coaches, the PSL member community, Zone 1 North, Pacific Swimming, and USA Swimming.
- Reports to the PSL Board of Directors and collaborates closely to establish and implement the vision of PSL’s competitive team.
- Works with the PSL Board on the swim team program’s annual budget and day-to-day finances.
- Collaborates with the PSL Board on strategic planning, marketing, vision, communication, fundraising, scholarship program, and other key initiatives.
- Collaborates with the PSL Board to ensure that the team website, www.PacificaSeaLions.org, hosted on TeamUnify, is up-to-date and functioning smoothly.
- Maintains a healthy professional relationship with the City of Pacifica Parks, Beaches, and Recreation and the City leadership team, collaborating on planning and communication.
- Recruits, retains, supervises, and mentors productive and effective coaching and instructional staff; conducts goal-setting meetings; observes and provides feedback to staff regularly; plans and fosters continuing education opportunities.
- Creates and ensures implementation of a hiring orientation program for all coaches; complies and ensures club compliance with USA Swimming and Pacific Swimming policies (background checks, membership, etc.).
- Communicates the Pacific Swimming vision and administrative details to competitive team members and families.
- Oversees the maintenance of the updated team roster and all meet results.
- Ensures all athletes are registered with USA Swimming and that PSL complies with all Pacific Swimming and USA Swimming policies and procedures.
- Collaborates with the Aquatics Director to ensure adequate pool space and practice time to run the team practice sessions, clinics, camps, events, and meets; coordinates with vendors and partners where necessary.
- Communicates regularly to club membership about current and upcoming program operations, including competitions, social and fundraising events, and schedule changes.
- Oversees, with the support of the assistant coaching staff and Board, retention of members, recruitment of new members, and processes of onboarding new swimmers and their families.
- Provides a safe environment for PSL members, families, volunteers, and guests at all PSL programs, practices, clinics, camps, events, and meetings.
- Achieves and maintains USA Swimming Safe Sport Club recognition in concert with the Board
REQUIREMENTS:
- American Swim Coaches Association (ASCA) – Certification Level 4 or equivalent experience
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Current USA Swimming membership
- Current American Red Cross CPR, First Aid, Safety Training for Swim Coaches, and Concussion Protocol Training
- Passion for swimming with a proven record as a coach with 4+ years of top-level experience with a strong preference for USA Swimming National level
- Sound technical understanding of swimming and documented high-performance results verified by performance; recognized in the swimming field as an exceptional coach; believes in a process for swimmer development, committed to curriculum development
- Knowledge and management of hosting, bidding for, and pursuing meets annually
- High level of integrity paired with a favorable reputation in the swimming community
- Demonstrated self-awareness – recognizing emotions, strengths, challenges, drive, values, and goals with an empathetic and highly relational skill set. Head coach for all
- Self-motivated, holds self and others to high standards and fosters a culture of accountability that rewards success and mentors for improvement
- Highly collaborative and committed to a team atmosphere rather than individual achievement
- Innovative and brings new ideas to transform and grow the club
- Experience managing and mentoring/developing coaching staff; committed to hiring and developing excellent coaches with recognition for their achievements; values the success of others
- Build strong relationships with Pacific Swimming, USA Swimming, and the other Zone 1 North swim clubs
- Provide guidance and support to athletes during the college recruiting and/or decision process
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with local high school swim programs while supporting PSL members participating in HS athletics
- Participation in clinics and other continuing education opportunities for learning new instruction techniques and best practices regarding swim team management
- Strong written and oral communication skills, ability to work with a diverse staff, and autonomous organizational skills
Key Performance/Evaluation Factors
- Growth of the team based on revenue and total team members, due to athlete recruitment and retention year-to-year
- Performance of team based on USA Swimming Club Excellence Rankings
- Performance of team on the Age Group Level (state-based) and Senior Level (Sectional and National-based)
Direct Supervisor: Pacifica Sea Lions Board of Directors
Key relationships: City of Pacifica Parks, Beaches, and Recreation department leadership, especially the Aquatics Coordinator
Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience plus negotiated incentives
Work Schedule: Full-time position. The schedule varies based on season and business needs. The Head Coach position requires split shift hours, including coverage of morning practices and afternoon practices, remote and flexible hours Monday through Friday, plus weekends and travel.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
YMCA Director of Competitive Swimming – City Center Lancaster
Date posted: May 6, 2026
Location: 265 Harrisburg Avenue, Lancaster, PA, USA
with YMCA of the Roses
Ready to take a competitive swim program to the next level?
YMCA of the Roses is looking for a passionate Director of Competitive Swimming to lead with vision, strengthen athlete development, and mentor coaches while fostering a championship-level culture at our City Center facility in Lancaster PA.
Hours will vary including 5am coaching and evening and weekend swim meets.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Director of Operation, the Director of Competitive Swimming provides excellent customer service while managing the swim team and assisting with the production of a quality swim team program. The Director of Competitive Swimming creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA of the Roses policies and procedures.
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Directly coach (at least) one primary group and exclusively handle all needs of that/those group(s).
- Assist the YMCA leadership team with managing the Swim Team program including preparation and implementation of progression curriculum, seasonal plans and practice plans focused on development of competitive skills as well as teamwork, work ethic, goal orientation, positive attitude and core values.
- Serve as staff liaison to swim team parent advisory committee and oversee committee activites
- Recruit, hire, train, evaluate, develop, schedule and direct coaching staff and volunteers as needed, and assist in the same duties for any other sites as needed
- Develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
- Accurately seek out, summarize, communicate and enter all swim meet information, and communicate final details to parents in a timely, professional manner.
- Assist in development of program budget and monitor it to meet fiscal objectives.
- Perform team admin duties as assigned, including but not limited to, team registration, team communication, team store and website maintenance.
- Take lead event management roles in all hosted swim meets, as well as additional duties assigned for other events as needed
- Build effective, authentic relationships with community partners, parents and program participants and neighboring swim teams and YMCA’s.
- Assist in creating, targeting and distributing program marketing information.
- Maintain knowledge of industry trends.
- Know, understand and consistently apply safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
- Know and review all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with the YMCA of the Roses policies and procedures.
- Attend all staff meetings, monthly in-services and trainings as required.
- Assist in the identification of active volunteers for the annual fundraising campaign.
- Promote and represent the mission and core values of the YMCA of the Roses in the Family Center and its programs.
- All other duties assigned by Management
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
- Engaging Community
- Collaboration
- Inclusion
- Developing Self & Others
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School graduate or equivalent preferred
- Previous 10+ years swim team coaching experience required with at least 5+ years in a head or leadership capacity
- Previous customer service experience preferred
- Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required
- Current YMCA Director of Competitive Swimming or USA Director of Competitive Swimming certification required
- Current YMCA Lifeguard or Red Cross Safety Training for Swim Coaches certification required
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Must be willing to regularly work flexible hours, weekends and holidays.
- Must have the ability to pass a swimming skills test.
- May be required to sit, stand or maintain physical activity for extended periods of time including continuous physical endurance for thirty to sixty minutes of aerobic activity.
- May be required to work outdoors for extended periods of time. May be exposed to extreme outdoor weather conditions and temperatures and to wet and/or humid conditions in swimming pool areas.
- Must be alert at all times, keeping safety in mind. Must possess acceptable hearing and visual capabilities in order to monitor environment and members’ well-being.
- Must possess auditory, verbal and visual capabilities in order to adequately communicate via phone and in person.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
Head Swim Coach/Aquatics Director
Date posted: May 6, 2026
Location: Remote
with Providence College
Responsible for the overall management and operation of the Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving program. In addition, responsible for oversight of the year-round, daily operation of the Taylor Natatorium. Ensure compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations.
- Directs all aspects, areas, and components of an NCAA Division I Swimming and Diving program team. Recruit, train, and support over 50 athletes in the swimming and diving program. Plan and implement multiple training sessions for athletes in the College’s facilities. Attract and train qualified student-athletes for the College’s program. Coordinate medical and academic support opportunities for athletes with the appropriate support personnel on campus. (40%)
- Direct all aspects of the operation of the Taylor Natatorium facility. Develop and oversee the budget of the facility, including a staff of student workers. Ensure the safe operation of the facility includes staffing, scheduling, purchase and use of chemicals, and equipment for the pool. Develop and maintain a Lifeguard Handbook and Emergency Action Plan for the facility. Hold in-service training opportunities for lifeguard staff once per semester. (25%)
- Complete and maintain all required compliance paperwork for the Swimming and Diving program. Form and develop a schedule for the men’s and women’s teams which factors in both conference and geographic considerations with, and emphasis on, preparing athletes to qualify for the Big East Championships. Prepare a budget and work within the College’s established protocols for the purchase and receipt of equipment for the athletes. Plan and execute all travel arrangements for over 50 athletes and staff. Produce required meet results for the NCAA USA Swimming Database, as well as the Big East for top times verification. Produce meet results for inclusion on Providence College Swimming and Diving website. Work with media relations to develop, write, edit, and produce annual Swimming and Diving media guide. Manage content and produce statistics for the website. (20%)
- Operate the pool at the Taylor Natatorium, seven days per week, year-round. Respond to all campus and public inquiries regarding the pool to include programming and recreational use as well as any rental requests. Schedule and maintain communication with both Recreational Sports staff as well as the Athletics Department staff with regard to pool hours, events, competitions, and Athletic Department summer camp use. (10%)
MARGINAL DUTIES:
- Cultivate and expand the swimming and diving alumni base as an active, vibrant group. Increase donations and increase each program’s reserve funds to help foster program growth. Target specific alumni who have means to help the program. Develop donor funded projects which will continue to foster growth. Increase use of social media such as Alumni Facebook Group to encourage classmates and teammates to communicate. Establish an alumni event each season. Establish strategies which cultivate and lead donors to record participant and giving levels in coordination with the athletic fundraising office. (5%)
- Perform all other duties as may be required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field from an accredited institution required
- Demonstrated expertise with NCAA required software HyTek Meet Manager and it’s integration with Colorado Time Systems Electronic Timing equipment and software
- Significant intercollegiate playing and coaching experience in sport required, preferably in a head coaching position at the Division I level
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required
- Lifeguard, First Aid and CPR Certification required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
- Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
- Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard
- Communication skills using the spoken word
- Ability to see within normal parameters
- Ability to hear within normal range
- Ability to move about
DISCLAIMER: This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
Full Time Coach – Senior & Age Group
Date posted: May 5, 2026
Location: Northern Virginia, VA, USA
with Machine Aquatics, LLC
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.
Head Coach, Swimming & Diving
Date posted: May 4, 2026
Location: University of La Verne, 1950 3rd Street, La Verne, CA, USA
with University of La Verne
Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Head Men’s and Women’s Swim & Dive Coach is responsible for leading, managing, and developing both the men’s and women’s programs. This role oversees all aspects of both teams, including coaching, training, recruitment, strategic planning, and athlete development, with a focus on achieving academic success and competitive excellence. The Head Coach is expected to maintain high-performance standards for both programs, foster a culture of integrity, leadership, and accountability, and create a positive, disciplined, and highly competitive team environment.
TEAM LEADERSHIP and MANAGEMENT
- Lead, inspire, and mentor student-athletes for two separate (men’s and women’s) programs, fostering a competitive, disciplined, and positive team environment.
- Develop and implement strategies that promote competitive excellence, team cohesion, and individual growth and development.
- Set and maintain high performance standards that emphasize competitiveness, preparation, and accountability in and out of the pool.
- Enforce team rules, promote a culture of accountability, and provide guidance on both athletic and personal matters.
RECRUITMENT
- Lead recruitment for both the men’s and women’s programs, identifying, evaluating, and enrolling 8–10 student-athletes per team annually to maintain sustainable and competitive rosters.
- Develop and execute a strategic recruiting plan that prioritizes athletes capable of contributing to the competitive success of both programs.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with high school coaches, club programs, and other recruiting contacts to expand the program’s reach and talent pipeline.
- Monitor and evaluate recruits’ performance and potential, ensuring incoming athletes strengthen team competitiveness and program sustainability.
- Ensure all recruitment activities comply with NCAA, conference, and institutional regulations, while advancing the program’s competitive goals.
COACHING and COMPETETIVE STRATEGY
- Oversee all practice planning, training, and competition strategies for both programs, ensuring preparation aligns with program goals and competitive standards.
- Develop and execute practice plans, training programs, and meet strategies to make real-time tactical decisions that enhance competitiveness in swim and dive events.
- Provide individualized coaching that emphasizes technique, mental preparedness, and performance under pressure.
- Set and enforce performance expectations for athletes and staff, maintaining accountability, high standards, and a culture of competitiveness across both programs.
STAFF and ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP
- Hire, supervise, and mentor assistant coaches and support staff, promoting professional development and a shared commitment to competitive excellence.
- Foster a collaborative, motivated coaching staff that models high performance standards and contributes to the overall success and reputation of both programs.
- Ensure effective communication and operational coordination within the coaching staff and athletic department to support a highly competitive and well-organized program.
- Manage administrative responsibilities related to both programs, including scheduling, travel logistics, budgeting, and compliance with institutional, conference, and departmental policies.
COMPETITION AND POOL OPERATIONS
- Oversee all aspects of meet preparation and execution, ensuring the team is physically ready, mentally focused, and competitively prepared; representing both programs with professionalism and integrity at all home and away competitions.
- Coordinate the aquatics facility schedule, including team practices, classes, open swim for students/faculty/staff, Student Affairs events, and NCAA/SCIAC championship events, while navigating shared use of the pool with Bonita High School and with the City of La Verne.
- Hire, schedule, and supervise qualified lifeguards for home aquatics contests and events.
- Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs of equipment and inform the correct designees from ULV, Bonita High School, and the City of La Verne of ongoing repair or improvement needs, including capital needs.
- Coordinate or assist with pool setup, equipment, and other event logistics as needed to ensure smooth operations.
BUDGET MANAGEMENT and OVERSIGHT
- Manage and oversee both program’s annual budget, ensuring financial resources are strategically allocated to support competitive success across coaching, facilities, equipment, recruitment, and travel.
- Collaborate with the athletic department’s administrative team to ensure adherence to budgetary guidelines and institutional/departmental financial policies.
- Monitor expenditures to maintain fiscal responsibility while maximizing the program’s operational and competitive efficiency.
- Identify and pursue external funding opportunities, including donations, sponsorships, and fundraising initiatives, to enhance the program’s financial sustainability and competitive resources.
COMPLIANCE and INSTITUTIONAL ALIGNMENT
- Ensure full compliance with all NCAA, SCIAC, and University regulations, policies, and ethical standards governing intercollegiate athletics.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of recruitment guidelines, eligibility requirements, and other regulations relevant to the program.
- Work collaboratively with athletic administration to align both program’s goals, operations, and culture with the broader mission and values of the University.
- Uphold the highest standards of competitive integrity, academic responsibility, and professional conduct, promptly reporting any potential concerns or violations to the Director of Athletics, Deputy Director, or Compliance & Student Services Manager.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics or a designee assigned by the Director of Athletics.
ACADEMIC OVERSIGHT
- Support student-athletes in meeting academic responsibilities and maintaining eligibility through regular communication with academic advisors.
- Encourage accountability and discipline in the classroom as part of a competitive and balanced student-athlete experience.
- Reinforce the importance of academic progress as a foundation for overall success in the program.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT and MEDIA RELATIONS
- Serve as the primary ambassador for the program, representing both teams at public events, media interviews, and community outreach programs.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with alumni, donors, sponsors, and local community partners to enhance the visibility and support of the program.
- Promote the Swim & Dive program through strategic communication and media initiatives that highlight both team’s competitive success, culture, and student-athlete achievements.
Swim Coach
Date posted: May 4, 2026
Location: 1630 East Woodlawn Road, Charlotte, NC, USA
with The Swim Studio
Swim Coach (Private Lessons) – The Swim Studio | Charlotte, NC | Austin, TX
The Swim Studio is redefining swim instruction through a highly personalized, technique-driven approach. We are seeking strong swimmers and coaches to join our growing teams.
This is not a traditional swim school.
We specialize in private lessons only and deliver an accelerated program that blends water safety with refined, competition-level technique.
Our coaching is guided by The Swim Studio Method—a signature, experience-driven curriculum developed in-house. Swimmers progress intentionally from foundational safety skills to advanced stroke work, all while emphasizing controlled, surface-level swimming for confidence and mastery.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver 1:1 private swim lessons using The Swim Studio Method
- Teach water safety, stroke technique, and confidence in the water
- Track swimmer progress and provide clear, tailored feedback
- Create a focused, high-energy, and professional lesson environment
- Collaborate with a strong, team-oriented coaching staff
What Makes This Different
- Private lessons only (no group distractions)
- Accelerated results-driven program
- High-end, brand-forward environment
- Tight-knit, team-focused culture
- Significant growth opportunity as we expand
Ideal Candidate
- Competitive swimming background required
- Coaching experience preferred
- Strong communicator with a professional presence
- Energetic, reliable, and detail-oriented
- Enjoys working with children and families
Compensation
- Starting at $22+/hour (based on experience)
- Opportunity for growth as the business scales
If you’re looking to coach at a higher level- with a program designed for real progression and a team that takes pride in its work—we’d love to connect.
Apply today or reach out directly to learn more.
Pay: $22.00 – $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid training, PTO
Work Location: In person
Full Time Age Group Coach
Date posted: May 4, 2026
Location: 2110 Pleasant Plains Road, Matthews, NC, USA
with Team Charlotte Swimming
FULL-TIME COACHING POSITION
Team Charlotte Swimming (‘TEAM’), located in Charlotte, North Carolina, is seeking highly motivated and qualified applicants for a full-time coaching position due to tremendous team development in the past 12 months.
TEAM utilizes high quality lane space at the Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center (“MCAC”) in uptown Charlotte, the primary aquatic center within the area, Queens University of Charlotte, and in the South Charlotte area. During the summer months, TEAM expands to offer programming at multiple outdoor facilities. The full-time candidate TEAM is looking for will primarily be coaching at the Matthews (South Charlotte) location.
The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, passion for teaching and the sport of swimming, a demonstrated ability to motivate athletes in and out of the pool, and a willingness to collaborate and work with a dedicated team of coaches committed to providing a safe, positive and healthy environment to assist in the growth and development of young people through the lessons of competitive swimming.
FULL-TIME RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Help develop, implement and oversee a seasonal training plan for 3 practice groups.
- This candidate will be responsible for leading 14 & under practice groups, with the opportunity to assist with senior level programming available for the right candidate.
- Collaborate effectively with other coaches and staff members.
- Effectively and timely communicate with parents, athletes, coaching staff.
- Assist as requested with administrative tasks.
REQUIREMENTS:
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Minimum 2-5 yrs. coaching experience as a USA Swimming certified coach.
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All required coaching certifications up to date.
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Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
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Ability to think strategically and willingness to actively contribute to one of Charlotte’s fastest growing club teams.
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Working knowledge of the Team Unify and Hy-Tek systems.
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Demonstrated passion for learning, continuing education and improving as a coach who’s active in the community.
TEAM offers a very competitive salary, including signing and performance bonus opportunities, along with paid vacation and sick days. TEAM pays travel meet expenses, professional dues and provides a budget for continuing education.
Please submit a letter of interest and resume with 3 professional references to TEAM’s Director of Operations, Kristina Bond ([email protected]), and Director of Performance, Steve Romito ([email protected]). The start date is flexible, no later than September 1, 2026.
Head Aquatics Coach
Date posted: May 2, 2026
Location: Charleston, SC, USA
with City of Charleston (SMRT)
The Head Aquatics Coach for the beautiful City of Charleston, SC, (Southern Marlins Racing Team) is responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of competitive swim programming and related recreational aquatics instruction. This position provides leadership in athlete development, staff training, program planning, and team operations while ensuring a safe, structured, and positive environment for participants. The Head Aquatics Coach develops training plans, manages team operations, coordinates competitions, and supports recreational aquatics programming as needed.
Example of Duties:
- Coaches competitive year-round swim program with measurable goals and objectives.
- Develops and implements overall training program to prepare athletes for competition.
- Establishes competitive training schedules for team members.
- Monitors individual athletes’ progression on skills and techniques.
- Provides technical instruction and structured skill development.
- Trains and supervises assistant coaches and instructional staff.
- Develops meet schedule for all team levels, including entries, travel, and logistics.
- Tracks swimmer performance, results, and progression.
- Develops and presents information packet for parents and athletes.
- Communicates program expectations, policies, and procedures to families.
- Assists with recreational swim lessons and evaluates participants for team placement.
- Coordinates scheduling with Aquatics and Recreation staff.
- Ensures all safety protocols are followed.
- Maintains aquatics equipment and recommends purchases and repairs.
- Maintains program records, reports, and participation data.
- Works with Recreation Department staff and associated booster groups.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Sports Management, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- USA Swimming Coach Certification (or ability to obtain within specified timeframe)
- Valid driver’s license.
- CPR certification.
- First Aid certification.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous competitive swim coaching experience
- Experience supervising staff
- Knowledge of RecTrac or similar recreation management software
- Experience coordinating swim meets or competitive programs
Other Necessary Requirements:
- This position may require evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel for competitions and events.
- ****This position is eligible for significant compensation bonus from booster board
The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov]
Assistant Swim Coach – Iowa Central (NJCAA)
Date posted: April 30, 2026
Location: Iowa Central Community College, Triton Circle, Fort Dodge, IA, USA
with Iowa Central Community College
The primary function of the Assistant Swim Coach is to assist the Head Coach in all aspects of the program operations, including recruiting potential student-athletes, retaining current student-athletes, and coaching members of the Men’s and Women’s Swim Teams. The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day coaching responsibilities and is expected to contribute to program goals as it relates to recruiting, retention, academic progress, and fundraising. The assistant coach will also assist the Head Coach on travel logistics, meet management, equipment management, swim lessons, and team activities, as appropriate.
In addition to assisting the head swim coach, the Assistant Swim Coach will also serve in a second college-assigned position as Housing Assistant. The employment in the above position is contingent upon the Assistant Swimming Coach being employed in both assigned positions.
Essential Responsibilities: The following list of responsibilities is meant to be representative of the work performed in as an assistant coach in this position. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical extension of position responsibilities.
- Recruit, retain, and graduate successful student-athletes
- Assist in executing recruiting strategies to meet the recruitment and retention goals set by the College
- Collaborate with Head Coach on ensuring academic performance and personal development of student-athletes is in alignment with the goals of the student-athlete’s, program, and College
- Demonstrate high level of intercultural competence and the ability to work with diverse populations
- Conduct yourself with integrity, fostering positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, officials, and fellow staff, maintaining a high level of professionalism in working with others
- Assist the head coach with organizing and conducting practice sessions, including both in the water and out of the water, as well as in other team or departmental functions
- Attend regular athletic, admissions, and housing appointments and meetings
- Assume additional administrative responsibilities within Athletics Department, as assigned by the Director of Athletics and/or Housing Director
- Be familiar with and abide by the rules and regulations of the National Junior College Athletic Association and Iowa Central Community College
- Work with the Compliance Director to ensure program integrity
- Represent the team and college in a professional manner through image, dress, communication, follow-through and response
Qualifications:
- Required: Associate degree or bachelor’s degree
- Required: Lifeguard certification (or ability to obtain)
- Strong communication skills working with colleagues, student-athletes, parents, administrators, and others
- Able to develop and maintain collaborative relationships, engage in creative problem-solving, and extend hospitality when working with others
- Valid driver’s license, and ability to obtain (or currently have) a Class C Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement
- Relevant coaching experience in swimming and/or collegiate student-athlete experience as a swimmer
- Recruiting experience at the collegiate level
- Ability to work weekdays, weekends, and evenings
- Possess a results-oriented approach to coaching and working with student-athletes
Additional Job Details:
Job Title: Assistant Men’s and Women’s Swim Coach
Reports to: Head Swim Coach, Athletics Director, and Housing
Pay: $20,000 stipend as well as apartment-style housing and full board
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/iowacentral/jobs/5204440/assistant-swimming-coach