Job Postings

MULTIPLE COACH POSITIONS with Pacifica Sea Lions

Pacifica Sea Lions (PSL) is seeking qualified, enthusiastic people to work with one or more of our many practice groups:

• AGE GROUP COACH - Lead or assist with PSL's young group athletes (14 & Under) whose practices are geared toward long-term development, competition preparedness, team building and fun!
   
• DEVELOPMENTAL COACH - Lead or assist with PSL's newest athletes whose practices are geared toward fundamental skill development, age group practice preparedness and fun!
   
• DRYLAND COACH - Assist with or lead the development and growth of PSL’s dryland program. Emphases include, but are not limited to: body awareness, health & flexibility, core strength, strength development, speed & dexterity, explosiveness, mental training, dryland for all age groups. 
   
• FILM AND ADMIN STAFF - PSL seeks assistance with developing its use of video feedback for athletes and administrative tasks such as member and website management.

Individual staff members may be assigned multiple roles depending on qualification, need and availability. 

QUALIFICATIONS - All PSL staff must be fully USA Swimming certified. PSL staff benefit from a team-first mindset, strong in-person and written communication skills and a strong work ethic.  

PRACTICE LOCATION - PSL practices are held at an indoor, 10-lane facility in Pacifica, CA near Hwy 1, I-280, Skyline Blvd and is easily accessible from San Francisco, Daly City, Colma, South San Francisco, Half Moon Bay, and the rest of the North end of the peninsula. 

TIME - Practice times are 4:00-7:00pm from May-January and 4:30-7:30pm February-April. Some practice groups hold practices on weekends and weekday mornings. Coaches are expected to be available for weekend swim meets 1 or more sessions per meet. New staff members may be eligible for shifts as much as 6 days per week 2-3.5 hours per day or as little as twice per week 1.5 hours per day.

For more information or to submit your resume and optional cover letter, please email Head Coach Gaku Ito at gaku@pacificasealions.org

PSL is a 501(3)(c) non-profit organization led by its volunteer board of directors and professional coaches. In its pursuit of overall growth, PSL is committed to providing competitive hourly wages and advancement opportunities.                  Posted 4/17/24

 

FULL-TIME AGE GROUP COACH with Alto Swim Club

Alto Swim Club is seeking a full-time Age Group Coach. 

Alto Swim Club is the premier USA swimming team in the Palo Alto and Stanford area; our mission is to be the best developmental and high performance swim team in the United States. We offer a comprehensive swim program for all athletes, from the beginner swimmer to the Olympian.

We are looking for a full-time coach to join our close-knit coaching team and community. The Coach will lead two of our 12 & Under groups, and assist with multiple other groups in our Age Group program. The coach will be involved in all aspects of team development and management. A typical week will include approximately 25 hours of on-deck coaching and 15 hours of administrative duties.

Qualifications: 

• Coaching and / or competitive swimming experience at the club or collegiate level.
• Current USA Swimming coach certifications.
• Loves coaching. Passion for developing swimmers of all ages.
• Strong communication, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Expertise with current technique development and training.
• Enthusiastic, hard working, and highly motivated team player.

Compensation: 

Alto Swim Club offers competitive compensation based on qualifications. 

How to apply: 

Please send your resume to Head Coach Joey Sementelli at joeysementelli@gmail.com

To get to know our team better, please check out www.altoswimclub.com                 Posted 4/16/24

 

HEAD COACH with San Ramon Valley Aquatics

Job Description

San Ramon Valley Aquatics is one of the largest competitive swim clubs in the East Bay/Tri-Valley area. Founded in 1985, the club has fostered a reputation for developing championship-level swimmers with technical skills and outstanding team spirit and individual character. Our year-round programs develop swimmers from Age 6 up. We also run a successful Masters’ program. For over 30 years, Coach Richard Thornton - former Cal Bears swimmer, a two-time All American, national champion and a former Olympian – successfully led this team as the SRVA Head Coach until his sudden passing in January 2024.

We are now seeking a hardworking, collegial and enthusiastic Head Coach with a track record of success to advance Coach Rich’s legacy and augment SRVA’s mission to create an inclusive, fun and competitive swimming culture for swimmers of all abilities and take this club to new heights.

Requirements

• 5+ years of competitive coaching experience with both developmental and high performance/senior swimmers desired
• Member in good standing with USA Swimming and current on all certifications.
• Extensive background in competitive swimming, stroke mechanics, and understanding of USAS rules and regulations. 
• Knowledge of strength and conditioning training, dryland, and functional movement.
• Prior experience in a leadership role of training, managing, and developing assistant coaches is preferred.
• ASCA Certifications or equivalent desired but not required
• Excellent communication, organizational skills, and motivational skills with a strong sense of personal integrity.
• Track record of fostering a culture of team unity among swimmers, parents and staff. 
• Enthusiasm for continuing coaching education for self and assistant coaches
• Experience using Google Suite/Microsoft Office, Team Unify, HyTek, and Meet Manager.
• Legal authority to work in the USA with a valid driver’s license.
• Available to travel as required to Swim Meets
• Must pass background check requirements

Responsibilities

Leadership

• Lead SRVA’s mission and philosophy to create an atmosphere where children learn valuable life lessons from their experiences in a structured, fun, yet competitive swim program that provides opportunities for swimmers to develop to their fullest potential. 
• Act at all times with integrity and represent SRVA favorably to all stakeholders at all occasions
• Acts as a role model for swimmers with a positive, proactive manner that inspires and support the athletes and their families
• Foster a culture of unity among staff, swimmers, and families.
• Able to engage in constructive dialogue and feedback with families of swimmers as required
• Collaborate with coaching staff to provide continuity and training progressions across all training groups.
• Maintain and increase overall club participation, including participation at the highest levels of the sport (e.g. Sectionals/Futures, Zone Championships, NCSA Championships, USAS Junior Nationals, USAS Nationals, and Olympic Trials).
• Collaborate with the Coaches and the Board to ensure that SRVA programs fit the needs of swimmers, families, and staff.
• Stay abreast of developments in the sport of swimming and encourage continuous professional development of staff
• Serve as the lead coach for a group or groups within the team and attend all practices, meet sessions and functions for your designated group(s).
• Create full-season training plans for stroke technique progression, training progression, dryland, and taper strategies for assigned group(s).
• Bring innovative philosophies and techniques and not be afraid of experimenting

Administrative

• Ensure full compliance with all USA Swimming policies
• Negotiate pool/lane access details with the City of San Ramon and complete all necessary documentation for rentals (practices and meets).
• Manage and collaborate with other Coaches on hiring, scheduling, and development of lead and assistant coaching staff.
• Ensure all year-round coaches are given an annual performance review and recommend appropriate pay increases.
• Work with appropriate SRVA Board Members on day-to-day operational aspects of the team.
• Coordinate with Team Administrator to submit, update, and finalize entries to meets.
• Develop practice and meet schedules and maintain website calendar.
• Engage actively in club promotion, swimmer evaluations, and swimmer retention.
• Interact and communicate with parents, swimmers and coaches in a professional manner
• Contribute to overall team communications and respond to all communications in a timely manner.
• Update or guide website updates, as needed.
• Maintain vendor contracts and coordinate team apparel for staff and athletes as necessary
• Collaborate with the Master’s Head Coach to provide oversight to the SRVA Master’s Swim program
• Represent SRVA at Pacific Swim, Zone 2 and USA Swimming meetings
• Join the SRVA BOD with a voting role. 
• Attend SRVA BOD meetings to develop and implement team goals, maintain an effective budget, and plan for future seasons. 
• Other duties as assigned by the SRVA BOD.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Multi-year contract
• Eligible for yearly bonus awarded by BOD
• Monthly set stipend for cell phone usage
• Consideration for monthly health insurance stipend
• Access to team-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan after 6-months of employment

SRVA will accept applications immediately and interview candidates until the position is filled with an intended start date between April 1 and August 31, 2024. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to hc-search@srvaswimteam.org

Questions can be directed to the Head Coach Search Committee at hc-search@srvaswimteam.org                 Posted 3/14/24

 

FULL-TIME COACH with Alto Swim Club

Alto Swim Club is seeking a full-time Coach. 

Alto Swim Club is the premier USA swimming team in the Palo Alto and Stanford area; our mission is to be the best developmental and high performance swim team in the United States. We offer a comprehensive swim program for all athletes, from the beginner swimmer to the Olympian.

We are looking for a full-time coach to join our close-knit coaching team and community. The Coach will lead our Senior Prep Group (middle school swimmers, ages 12-14) and assist with multiple other groups in our Age Group program. The coach will be involved in all aspects of team development and management. A typical week will include approximately 25 hours of on-deck coaching and 15 hours of administrative duties.

Qualifications: 

• Coaching and / or competitive swimming experience at the club or collegiate level. 
• Current USA Swimming coach certifications. 
• Loves coaching. Passion for developing swimmers of all ages. 
• Strong communication, organizational, and administrative skills. 
• Expertise with current technique development and training.  
• Enthusiastic, hard working, and highly motivated team player.  

Compensation: 

Alto Swim Club offers competitive compensation based on qualifications. 

How to apply: 

Please send your resume to Head Coach Joey Sementelli at joeysementelli@gmail.com

To get to know our team better, please check out www.altoswimclub.com                 Posted 3/6/24

 

HEAD SWIM COACH with Elk Grove Aquatics Club (Elk Grove, CA)

Elk Grove Aquatics Club (EGAC)  is a year-round USA Swim competitive age group swim team in Elk Grove, California. We are a mid-size swim club with over 120 swimmers.  We have hosted various championship meets including the Western Zone Age Group Championships in 2022. We swim in a 50 meter pool located in a new facility in the heart of Elk Grove, CA. Due to the approaching retirement of our existing Head Coach, we are in search of one who will take our team to the next level.

The Head Coach is the leader of the Gator’s congregation of the Elk Grove Aquatics Club. This individual is responsible for leading, instructing, and molding our swimmers to be well-rounded athletes - either directly or indirectly through our age group coaches. This person must be able to work with the Board of Directors at EGAC, the parents, the swim community, our community partners, and most importantly, our swimmers. This includes program management and development, team instruction, assistant coach staff management, mentorship, supervision, and social program coordination to create an exciting and safe program for participating swimmers. 

The Head Coach is an integral part of the Board of Directors and possesses one vote. They are responsible for the “Wet Side" of the team. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• Is a member in good standing with USA Swimming and has all required certifications. 
• Has four or more years of competitive coaching experience with age-group swimmers
• Has prior leadership experience in training, mentoring, managing, and developing assistant coaches.
• Has excellent communication, organizational, motivational skills, and strong sense of personal responsibility and integrity. 
• Has comprehensive knowledge and understanding of competitive swimming, stroke mechanics, strength and conditioning training, Safe Sport, dryland exercises, and USAS rules and regulations.
• Has legal authority to work in the USA and with a valid driver’s license.
• Has a vision, a plan and the drive to take the team to the next level.  

 

COMPENSATION: 

• Competitive salary commensurate with coaching experience.
• Minimum two-year contract
• Relocation bonus if moving from 30+ miles away from Club location.
• Potential performance-based bonuses and incentives.

 

HOW TO APPLY: Send the following information to board@egacgators.com

• A letter of application detailing relevant experience and how the applicant is prepared to fulfill the responsibilities of the position. Include a statement describing your coaching philosophy.
• Current resume
• List of at least three current references with contact information. References will not be checked until final interviews are conducted and agreed upon by you and the team.
• Salary expectations                             Posted 2/13/24
   

JR. SWIM TEAM ASSISTANT COACH with The Olympic Club

Position Summary:

The Assistant Swim Coach for our Junior Swim Team will play a crucial role in supporting the overall success and development of our young swimmers. This position involves collaborating with the head coach to design and implement effective training programs, providing individualized feedback, fostering a positive team culture, and ensuring the safety and well-being of our junior athletes during practices and competitions. The successful candidate will contribute to the growth and skill development of each swimmer, promote a love for the sport, and actively participate in creating a supportive and encouraging team environment. This part-time role requires a passion for competitive swimming, previous coaching experience, relevant certifications, and a commitment to the holistic development of young athletes. If you are an energetic and dedicated individual with a love for coaching and developing junior swimmers, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dynamic swim team. Workouts start on weekdays at 4:00 pm and go until 5:30 – 6:30 pm.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our junior swim team as an Assistant Swim Coach. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in competitive swimming, experience working with age group and pre-competitive levels, and a commitment to fostering a positive and supportive team environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of young swimmers and help them achieve their full potential in the sport.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the head coach to plan and implement effective training programs that align with the team's goals and objectives.
• Work closely with junior swimmers to improve their swimming techniques, starts, turns, overall performance, and goal setting.
• Contribute to the development of practice schedules, ensuring a balanced mix of drills, conditioning, and skill-building exercises suitable for junior athletes.
• Maintain open and clear communication with swimmers, parents, and coaching staff regarding practice schedules, competitions, and any relevant updates.
• Attend and actively participate in swim meets, providing guidance and encouragement to swimmers during competitions.             

Non-Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Conduct periodic assessments of swimmers' skills and progress, adjusting coaching strategies as needed to address individual and team needs.
• Stay informed about current trends, techniques, and best practices in competitive swimming through continued education and professional development opportunities.
• Provide constructive feedback to swimmers on their performance during practices and competitions, focusing on areas for improvement and celebrating achievements.                                                                                                 

Qualifications Required:

• 1-2 years of coaching experience
• Intermediate Microsoft Office
• CPR/AED, First Aid, and Lifeguard certification
• USA Swimming Coach member

Qualifications Desired:

• ASCA Level 1

For full details on the job, including Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Performance Standards, please click here.

To apply for job, please contact Tyler Long, tlong@olyclub.com                      Posted 2/3/24

 

IMMEDIATE FULL-TIME ASSISTANT COACH with San Ramon Valley Aquatics

San Ramon Valley Aquatics (SRVA) is seeking a full-time age group assistant coach immediately.

SRVA is a year-round competitive swim team with high expectations for its swimmers and is dedicated to fostering a positive and safe environment to instill a love for the sport that will translate into successes far beyond the pool.  SRVA strives to bring out the very best in all levels of swimming from beginning novice to high performance.

The assistant coach is motivated and responsible to manage and plan workouts for the assigned groups and work with the coaching staff to develop championship-level swimmers through character traits and technical skills with individual goal settings and outstanding team spirit. 

Practices are held Monday through Friday between 4PM-8PM.  Depending on the training groups,  practices are also held on Mon-Wed-Fri-Sat mornings.  

Qualifications

• Coaching experience at the recreational, high school, club, or collegiate level.
• Strong communication, organizational, and administrative Skills.
• Must be current with all USA Swimming Coach membership, certifications, and requirements (see link) 
  https://www.usaswimming.org/docs/default-source/membership/coach-membership-requirements.pdf

Compensation

Starting at $40+/hour plus overtime. SRVA offers competitive compensation based on qualifications.

How to Apply

Please send your resume to srva.teamregistrar@gmail.com

Get to Know Our Team

SRVA website www.srvaswimteam.org                Posted 1/26/24

 

AQUATIC DIRECTOR AND HEAD COACH with The Club @ Livermore

The Club @ Livermore is seeking an Aquatics Director to lead the Aquatic Department. The applicant should be energetic and passionate about swimming. This position is responsible for managing a year around swim program for all ages and planning and directing the summer swim team program.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and coach year-round swim program for all ages at the Club.
• Oversee the summer swim team program and lead as head coach.
• Plan, conduct and execute home and away swim meets as head coach.
• Recruit members to participate in the program and design programs that help individuals develop aquatics skills.
• Oversee a swim lesson program and offer lessons as appropriate.
• Manage team website and Aquatics page of the Club website.
• Manage departmental operating budget.
• Maintain up-to-date and proper records, schedules, and rosters.
• Maintain effective communication with members, families and staff.
• Maintain the highest levels of safety at all times, proactive in injury and incident prevention and provide timely response to emergencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Management and administrative experience.
• Experience coaching large groups of youth ages up to 18 years of age.
• Experience setting up and running swim meets.
• Current CPR/First Aid/ AED Certifications required.
• All certifications and tests completed for USA Swimming.
• USA Swimming background check.
• All certifications from Red Cross : CPR, First Aid, AED.
• Lifeguarding or Water Safety for Swim Coaches preferred.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Friendly & creative person with high level of self-initiative.

Working Conditions and Requirements

• The hours of this position vary and will change based on seasons.
• This job requires you to be able to physically perform class format and swim.
• Working at a standing desk for extended periods of time
• May lift up to and including 25 lbs.

Benefits and Compensation

• Compensation is based on experience.

 

To apply, please contact:

Kat Riba
Recreation Director
The Club @ Livermore
925-443-7700 Ext. 114
activities@clublivermore.com                      Posted 1/26/24

 

MULTIPLE PART-TIME COACHES with Alto Swim Club

Alto Swim Club is seeking multiple part-time coaches.

Alto Swim Club is the premier USA swimming team in the Palo Alto and Stanford area; our mission is to be the best developmental and high performance swim team in the United States. We offer a comprehensive swim program for all athletes, from the beginner swimmer to the Olympian.

We are looking for coaches to join our close-knit coaching family and community. Our facilities are in Palo Alto and Stanford, CA. Practices are typically held on weekday evenings and on Saturday mornings. There are multiple positions available and total coaching hours will depend on the candidates availability. 

Qualifications: 

• Swimming and/or coaching experience at the recreational, high school, club or collegiate level. 
• Passion for working with and developing swimmers of all ages.
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Expertise with current technique development and training.  
• Hard working, trustworthy, and highly motivated team player.  

Compensation: 

Alto Swim Club offers competitive compensation based on qualifications. 

How to apply: 

Please send your resume to Head Coach Joey Sementelli at joeysementelli@gmail.com

To get to know our team better, please check out www.altoswimclub.com                 Posted 1/14/24