Head Coach

Job Description
Starkville Swim Team (STRK), located in Starkville, MS, has an immediate opening for a positive, experienced head coach for our year-round competitive swim team. Starkville Swim Team is a club team that practices at the Joe Frank Sanderson Center on the campus of Mississippi State University. We are a non-profit organization that is overseen by a Board of Directors.

Mission Statement
Starkville Swim Team, STRK, Starkville, MS, is a year-round competitive USA Swim team with a
commitment to providing a safe, healthy, and positive environment for athletes. Our mission is to
provide professional coaching and training to help competitive swimmers improve through the pursuit of excellence in life and sport. Starkville Swim Team accommodates all levels of competitive swimming from novice to advanced, ages 5 to 18.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct coaching duties for all swimmers (ages 6-18)

◦ Design and implement training plans for all training groups with an emphasis on proper
technique, long-term development and racing skills

◦ Oversee seasonal progression of athletes, set goals with swimmers and monitor phases of
development with individual swimmers

◦ Set training schedules, practice groups, and athlete placements within these groups

• Model and celebrate the club’s values and behaviors

• Oversee hiring and development of all coaches

• Plan each season’s meet schedule consistent with the needs of the team, individual training
groups, athletes, and their families

• Communicate with parents and swimmers including meet information, results, and feedback

• Collaborate with the Board of Directors on team goals, planning and staffing 

Qualifications
• Current USA Swimming Coach Membership in Good Standing
• Must pass USA Swimming Background Check
• Current CPR, First Aid & SafeSport certifications
• Minimum of 5 years coaching experience with competitive swimmers, ideally with 2+ years of
     Head Coach experience
• Competitive swimming background
• Proficient in TeamUnify, Hy-Tek Meet/Team Manager and general computer literacy
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and develop swimmers in a positive, team oriented culture

Expectations
• This is a full-time position with approximately 20-25 hours on deck and 15 hours administrative
      work each week. Compensation is based on experience.
• Standing and moving on deck for extended periods
• Travel approximately 1-2 weekends a month for swim meets/events
• Ability to manage emergencies and maintain professional composure under pressure
• Maintain a working relationships with other clubs within our LSC

Application Process
Send application packet including a cover letter, resume, documentation of required certification and the contact information for 3 references to Drew Holland at swimstrkvp@gmail.com. Applications due by May 30, 2025. Expected start date is July 21, 2025.