Head Age Group Coach

Head Age Group Coach - Tampa Bay Aquatics (TBAY)

Location: Tampa, Florida
Website: www.tbaynation.com
Organization: Tampa Bay Aquatics (TBAY)

About Tampa Bay Aquatics (TBAY):

Tampa Bay Aquatics (TBAY) is a premier competitive swim team in the Tampa Bay area, dedicated to fostering athlete growth, competitive success, and personal development. TBAY has a strong history of producing swimmers who excel at state, regional, and national levels, driven by a culture of teamwork, respect, and excellence.

We are seeking an experienced, energetic, and organized Head Age Group Coach to lead and develop our age group program. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate coach to impact young swimmers and guide them toward reaching their fullest potential.

Job Responsibilities:

On Deck & Coaching Duties

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all swimmers in and out of the water.
• Plan and implement dynamic training programs for age group swimmers, including dryland training, injury prevention exercises, and technique-focused water/strength training.
• Oversee practice roles, schedules, and group organization during practice and non-practice hours, typically Monday through Saturday, with specific times based on practice groups and competition schedules.
• Ensure the facility is left in excellent condition by cleaning up and securing the environment after practices and events.
• Lock up the school and facilities after practices, ensuring all equipment is stored properly and areas are secure.
• Complete swimmer entries for meets, research and recommend appropriate meets for participation, and assist with website setup and maintenance.
• Develop training strategies that align with athletes' short- and long-term goals, helping swimmers advance based on their abilities.
• Attend all scheduled swim meets and team functions.

Assistant Coach Management

• Lead, schedule, and oversee assistant and volunteer coaches, ensuring certifications, meet coverage, and payroll needs are met.
• Collaborate with other coaches to discuss group move-ups and ensure a coherent and unified team strategy.
• Coordinate practice coverage for all groups to ensure smooth operations.

Tryouts & New Member Integration

• Serve as the primary contact for new families interested in the TBAY program.
• Schedule and conduct tryouts to evaluate swimmers and place them into appropriate training groups or recommend swim lessons.
• Follow up on team registration, ensuring families are properly registered with the club and USA Swimming, and all required paperwork is completed and filed appropriately.

Swim Lesson Program Management

• Build and maintain a positive learning environment for swimmers of all levels.
• Oversee lesson scheduling, instructor availability, and rescheduling needs.
• Ensure all swim lesson dues and fees are collected.
• Manage email correspondence with families for scheduling, policies, and lesson progression.
• Update lesson information on the TBAY website and maintain accurate records of payments and lesson completion.
• Track athlete progress and facilitate transitions into active TBAY membership.
• Organize and grow the swim lesson program with certified instructors.

Communication Responsibilities

• Maintain prompt and professional communication with assistant coaches, families, and swimmers to ensure clarity and alignment on team schedules, goals, and expectations.
• Respond swiftly to emails and inquiries from team members, families, and other staff to foster strong relationships and trust within the TBAY community.
• Collaborate effectively with other coaches to coordinate team strategies, schedules, and swimmer progression.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years of coaching experience in a leadership role with a USA Swimming registered team.
• Current USA Swimming Coach Certification (or ability to obtain prior to start).
• Strong knowledge of competitive swimming techniques, dryland programming, and age-group athlete development.
• Experience managing assistant coaches and overseeing team operations.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Passion for youth development and fostering a healthy team culture.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ASCA Level 3 Certification or higher.
• 5+ Years of Age Group Coaching experience
• Proven experience growing swim lesson programs and integrating athletes into competitive programs.
• Team Unify and Hytek programs
• Proficient in emailing and communication
• Track record of producing high-performing swimmers at the age group level.

Compensation:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should submit the following:

1. Cover Letter outlining qualifications and coaching philosophy.
2. Resume detailing experience and achievements.
3. Three Professional References (name, contact, relationship).

Please email applications to Head Coach Jason Bowes (jason@tbaynation.com) with the subject line: Head Age Group Coach Application - [Your Name].

Join TBAY and help shape the future of young swimmers in a dynamic, supportive, and competitive environment!