Head Coach - Swimming

Mid-Pacific Institute•Honolulu, HI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Coach is responsible for developing student-athletes in the sport of Swimming at the middle and high school levels (Intermediate, JV and Varsity). Additional responsibilities include developing regular practice schedules, recruiting and mentoring assistant and lower-level coaches as needed, and collaborating with the Athletic Department to maintain a competitive and well-rounded program. In addition to coaching the Swimming program, the Head Coach will supervise staff within the program, and evaluate and develop Middle and High School swimmers. This is a temporary, seasonal position that concludes at the end of the Swimming season. Coaches who are invited to return for a future season will be offered a new temporary appointment based on program needs and approval from the Athletic Director.

Requirements

Must hold or be willing to obtain valid CPR/First Aid/AED certification.

Nice To Haves

Proven experience as a successful and motivating head coach with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develop student-athletes through safe and effective drills, skills, strategies, and lesson planning.
Motivate and support student-athletes using positive reinforcement.
Provide off-season training opportunities to improve individual and team performance.
Track daily attendance and communicate with student-athletes and parents regarding absences.
Monitor athlete eligibility per Mid-Pacific, ILH, and HHSAA regulations.
Maintain and secure all equipment; report any broken or unsafe items to the Athletic Department.
Assist with issuing and returning team uniforms and equipment.
Monitor academic performance to support student success.
Communicate team equipment and supply needs to the Athletic Department.
Clearly articulate the vision and scope of the Swimming program.
Conduct a parent meeting prior to the start of the season.
Share practice schedules and updates with athletes in a timely and organized manner.
Respond positively and promptly to parent or athlete concerns.
Serve as a positive role model and mentor for student-athletes.
Demonstrate and promote good sportsmanship.
Attend all required meetings and events scheduled by the Athletic Department.
Be mindful of student-athletes’ social and emotional needs.
Comply with all Mid-Pacific, ILH, IJF and HHSAA rules and regulations.
Recruit, train, and oversee all coaches in the Swimming program, in collaboration with the Athletic Director.
Supervise the practice and competition environments to maintain safety.
Identify and address hazards or unsafe behaviors.
Report injuries promptly to the Athletic Trainer.
Follow the Mid-Pacific Athletics Emergency Action Plan during emergencies.
Participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace.
Comply with the instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others, in adhering to safe work procedures.
Take reasonable care to ensure their own safety and health and that of others.
Report any injury, hazard or illness immediately, to the Athletic Department.
Not place others at risk by any act or omission, not willfully or recklessly interfere with safety equipment.
Act as a role model by demonstrating safe work behaviors.
Identify, assess if necessary, and control hazards within the area of responsibility.
Ensure that equipment/supplies are properly maintained.
Maintain relevant knowledge of safety laws.
Mandatory reporting of sexual abuse to law enforcement or child protective services, and Human Resources.