Head Swim Coach

The Head Coach is responsible for developing competitive swimmers at all levels of the program (middle and high school). Other duties include developing a regular practice schedule, recruiting lower-level head and assistant coaches as needed, overseeing Elementary School swim lessons during the school year, and working with the Athletic Department to develop a competitive program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Tracks daily attendance and communicates absences to student-athletes and parents.
• Tracks the eligibility of student-athletes according to Mid-Pacific, ILH, and HHSAA guidelines.
• Properly takes care of and stores all equipment on a daily basis, and reports any broken or unsafe equipment to the Athletic Director.
• Issues and collects team uniforms, parkas, suits, caps, etc.
• Monitors academic achievement for athletes to ensure academics are kept in focus.
• Orders (with approval) all equipment needed for the season.
• Maintains all equipment and oversees repair and/or replacement as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum requirements include holding valid CPR/First Aid/AED certification, as well as a professional rescuer lifeguarding certificate.
• To perform this job successfully, the individual must be an excellent swimmer and be able to perform life-saving techniques. They must also have good communication skills and be able to maintain a safe swimming environment.
• The ideal candidate should have extensive experience as a positive and motivating head coach and must possess excellent communication skills.