Tumwater - Assistant Swim/Dive Coach 26-27

Tumwater School District•Tumwater, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as an Assistant Swim/Dive Coach for the combined Black Hills High/Tumwater High Swim programs. The approximate season dates are from August 2026 to October 2026. The stipend for this position starts at $3,542. This position will remain open until filled, with the possibility of a hiring decision being made after 4 PM on Friday, September 18th, 2026. Applicants are encouraged to submit materials as soon as possible. The season dates are tentative and subject to change based on the WIAA's modified sports schedule. The job description may also change as the employer's needs and job requirements evolve.

Requirements

Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance
Current First Aid/CPR certification and any applicable WIAA requirements
Successful prior experience as head or assistant coach in designated sport/activity
Ability to motivate student athletes and interact positively with persons of different age groups and cultural backgrounds
Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff, administrators, and community members
Applicants must be at least 21 years of age

Responsibilities

Provide direct leadership and organization for all levels of the assigned sport/activity, supporting the Head Coach.
Provide direct ongoing supervision of all athletes, managing before, during, and after all practices, conditioning sessions, games, travel, and other school-sanctioned events.
Develop appropriate objectives for the assigned sport/activity.
Maintain knowledge of league and district rules and regulations related to the assigned sport/activity, student participation, and parent/community involvement.
Continually teach and emphasize safety procedures and precautions to all athletes.
Manage the sport/activity budget, equipment, and supply inventory, ordering necessary equipment and ensuring all equipment and facilities are maintained in a safe condition.
Operate and maintain district equipment as required, ensuring its safe and proper use, and protecting district interests regarding pilferage, loss, theft, or abuse of facilities and equipment.
Arrange for and manage all equipment repair and maintenance as required by the manufacturer, insurance provider, and district.
Report, verbally and in writing, to the Head Coach, any equipment and/or facility found to be in an unsafe condition.
Report all injuries to building administration and complete appropriate report(s).
Administer first aid and medication to students for the purpose of meeting their immediate health care needs, if required.
Assume responsibility for clearing all athletes who are returning to play after an injury through the building Athletic Director or Head Coach.
Monitor student compliance with all provisions of the TSD Athletic Code and WIAA rules and regulations.
Immediately report all violations or suspected violations of established rules and regulations to the Head Coach.
Attend all league meetings related to the assigned sport/activity as directed and approved by the building Athletic Director.
Organize and conduct, in coordination with the Head Coach, parent meetings prior to the season and provide ongoing parent communication throughout the season.
Organize awards and recognition for athletes/participants.
Communicate results of each game/match to appropriate media.
Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
Participate in various meetings (e.g., parent conferences, professional development, hearings, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.
Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.