Swim Coach Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience
• Coaching experience, minimum of 1-3 years, with competitive swimmers of multiple age groups and ability levels in a USA Swimming (or international equivalent), YMCA, high school, or collegiate environment
• Current USA Swimming coach registration.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and Safety Training for Swim Coaches as deemed acceptable by USA Swimming is required upon hire.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED (or ability to obtain within one month of starting).
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) (or ability to obtain within six months).
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain a welcoming and respectful environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and travel as required.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Coaching experience (minimum 3+ years) with competitive swimmers of multiple age groups and ability levels in a USA Swimming environment.
• Minimum 6 months’ experience with swim club administration including budgeting, supervision, team travel, scheduling, policy development, team travel, and other responsibilities related to swim club management.
• Minimum 6 months’ experience in aquatic facility management.
• Knowledge of dryland strength and conditioning programs.
• Experience using Team Unify, Hy‑Tek Team Manager/Meet Manager, and swim timing systems (Daktronics, CTS, Omega).

Responsibilities

• Oversee all IFLY training groups, seasonal planning, practice design, and competitive strategy.
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, mentor, and evaluate full-time and part‑time coaching staff.
• Create age‑appropriate, long‑term development pathways for swimmers of all levels.
• Plan and execute home meets, team events, clinics, and special programming.
• Manage registration, scheduling, communications, and policy implementation.
• Monitor program budgets, approve expenditures, and coordinate with departmental business staff.
• Ensure compliance with University, USA Swimming, and facility safety standards.
• Track key performance metrics, analyze data, and prepare reports for decisionmakers.
• Collaborate with campus units, local organizations, and parent groups.
• Serve as primary contact for member concerns and ensure a welcoming environment.
• Oversee pool scheduling, equipment needs, and facility readiness.
• Mentor coaches share best practices and maintain high technical standards.
• Develop in‑water and dryland training plans aligned with current research.
• Coordinate logistics, staffing, and safety for away meets and training trips.
• Participate in staff meetings, committees, and departmental initiatives.

Benefits

• Exceptional health coverage
• University-paid life insurance
• Robust retirement plans
• Generous leave policies
• 24/7 support services
• Well-being resources
• Access to UI Health Care specialists
• Advanced training
• Leadership development
• Tuition assistance