Associate Head Swim Coach

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Director of Aquatics, instructs student-athletes in the fundamentals of swim, preparing them for competition. Assists the head coaches in supervising and coordinating all levels of the program and is responsible for helping to coordinate all instructional and administrative aspects of the program.

Reports to: Director of Aquatics

Supervises: None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provide support to head boys' and girls' swim coaches when working with performance coaches in collaboration with the head swim coaches to plan and direct physical conditioning programs
• Collaborate with head boys' and girls' swim coaches to be aware of changing rules, techniques, technologies, and philosophies relevant to the sport
• Provide support to head boys' and girls' coaches in the development of off-season training programs and summer opportunities
• Help to assist with purchasing and expenditures; maintains, and inventories equipment
• Provide support to the head boys' and girls' swim coaches in communicating program information to school administration, students, parents, and the community with the Director of Aquatics approval
• Assist head and boys' and girls' swim coach with fundraising activities
• Assist head and boys' and girls' swim coach with the end-of-season banquets or awards night
• Provide support for head and boys' and girls' swim coach in coordinating transportation needs, assure all drivers comply with school policy; may drive students to away games
• Assist in the development of sports schedules and facility usage
• Assist the head and boys' and girls' swim coach in recommending policy, method, or procedural changes to the Athletic Director
• Awareness of athletic and occupational hazards and safety precautions. Administers first aid and contacts EMS when appropriate. Promptly reports all sports-related injuries, coordinates with athletic trainers
• Coordinate with head and boys' and girls' swim coaches in providing student collegiate scholarship opportunities
• Assist head boys' and girls' swim coach in providing instruction to and oversight of student-athletes and ensure proper supervision of students at all times
• Assist in providing training, direction, encouragement, and motivation to prepare athletes for competition
• Assist in explaining, monitoring, and enforcing safety rules and regulations, proper use of equipment
• Assist head coaches in providing additional support to plan, lead, organize, and conduct practice sessions
• Can attend coach's meetings, team meetings, and required school functions if needed

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications and competencies listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position

Education

High School

Experience

Experience as an assistant coach at the high school or college level preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience; or any satisfactory combination of education, experience, and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties listed

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND CLEARANCES

• Cleared Background/Fingerprint check
• Valid CPR certifications
• Cleared TB assessment
• Completion of Ministry Safe Training
• Valid CA Driver's License
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certificate
• NFHS Concussion in Sports Certificate
• NFHS Heat Illness Prevention Certificate
• NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest Certificate

KEY COMPETENCIES