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SWIM TEAM HEAD COACH - SEASONAL

Position Overview The Head Coach is responsible for leading, developing, and managing all aspects of the swim team program. This position requires a dynamic leader who demonstrates strong communication, organizational, and motivational skills while fostering a positive and competitive environment for student-athletes of all skill levels. The Head Coach will promote sportsmanship, discipline, and teamwork while maintaining the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and integrity.

Primary Responsibilities:

Leadership & Program Management Provide authoritative and inspiring leadership to all swimmers and assistant coaches. Develop and implement a structured training program that emphasizes skill development, conditioning, and performance progression for student ages ranging from 5-18-year-olds. Establish and enforce team rules, expectations, and conduct standards. Manage daily practice sessions, meets, and Saturday clinic programs. Communication & Collaboration Maintain open, professional communication with athletes, parents, staff, and administration. Collaborate with AAC team and aquatics director to ensure alignment with program goals. Athlete Development Foster a culture of respect, accountability, and continuous improvement. Mentor athletes in goal setting, sportsmanship, and time management. Evaluate individual performance and provide constructive feedback. Knowledge of stroke technique, training principles, and competitive strategies. Safety & Compliance Ensure all practices and competitions are conducted safely and in compliance with facility and league regulations. Monitor the physical and emotional well-being of all team members. Ability to motivate and maintain discipline among student-athletes. Demonstrated commitment to promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth.

Skills and Abilities:

Proven experience in competitive swim coaching with a history of athlete development and program success. Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong communication and customer-service skills with a focus on clarity and professionalism. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and seasonal demands. Proficiency with administrative and swim team management systems (Swimtopia, Meet Manager, Excel, or similar tools). Comfortable working in a fast-paced, member-facing, youth-centered environment. Physical requirements include the ability to lift 50 pounds, remain standing for extended periods, and perform rescues if necessary.

Education and Certifications:

Current CPR and First Aid certification (Lifeguard certification preferred). ASA Certification (required or obtained within 30 days) Safety Training for Swim Coaches (STSC) or equivalent (preferred)

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive seasonal salary with an hourly rate of $25 - $30 paid in season and balance paid upon satisfactory completion of swim season. Enjoy a holiday rate of 1.5 times normal pay on Memorial Day, July 4 and Labor Day Complimentary meals are provided in our team member dining room while on duty Celebrate with your family at our annual summer pool party for all team members Atlanta Athletic Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, child birth, or related medical condition, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, covered veteran status, or on the basis of any other status protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local law.