Senior Coach – Crawfish Aquatics

Organization: Crawfish Aquatics
Location: Baton Rouge

Position Overview

Crawfish Aquatics, the premier swim program in Louisiana, is seeking a Senior Coach to lead and develop athletes within our top training groups.

This position operates within a collaborative leadership structure, working directly with and for the Head Senior Coach, while contributing to the broader organizational vision under the guidance of the CEO and CFO. The ideal candidate is a technically strong, athlete-centered leader who thrives in a high-performance environment and is capable of developing swimmers from high school contributors to Sectional, Futures, and National-level athletes.

Key Responsibilities

High Performance Coaching

• Lead daily senior-level training sessions with a focus on:

  • Advanced stroke mechanics

  • Race strategy and execution

  • Energy system development

  • Championship preparation

• Prepare athletes for LSC, Zone, Sectional, and National-level competition

Athlete Development & Progression

• Develop athletes across multiple levels within the senior pathway:

  • High school varsity contributors

  • State and Zone qualifiers

  • Sectional and beyond

• Create and monitor individualized athlete development plans

• Utilize performance data, race analysis, and training metrics to guide progression

• Build athlete accountability, ownership, and leadership within the group

Culture & Standards

• Foster a disciplined, positive, and athlete-centered training environment

• Uphold and reinforce Crawfish Aquatics’ standards for:

  • Attendance and commitment

  • Effort and preparation

  • Team-first mentality

• Contribute to a culture that balances high expectations with long-term development

Staff Collaboration & Leadership

• Work closely with the Head Senior Coach to execute program vision

• Collaborate with age group and senior staff to ensure seamless athlete progression

• Assist in mentoring and developing assistant coaches

• Contribute to program-wide planning, innovation, and continuous improvement

Communication

• Maintain clear, consistent, and professional communication with:

  • Athletes

  • Parents

  • Coaching staff

• Provide regular updates on athlete progress and expectations

• Represent Crawfish Aquatics with professionalism both on and off deck

Operations & Meet Management

• Plan and manage meet entries, travel, and competition schedules

• Attend and actively coach at all assigned competitions

• Lead pre-meet preparation and post-race analysis

• Utilize team management systems (e.g., SportsEngine, HyTek)

Safety & Compliance

• Maintain all required USA Swimming certifications and credentials

• Ensure full compliance with SafeSport policies

• Promote and maintain a safe, professional training environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience coaching competitive swimmers (senior-level preferred)

• Demonstrated success in developing swimmers to State, Zone, Sectional, or higher levels

• Strong technical knowledge of stroke mechanics, training progression, and race strategy

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Ability to thrive in a team-oriented, multi-site program

Preferred:

• Experience working within a large club environment

• Proven ability to contribute to staff development and program growth

• Pool Operations knowledge and experience

What Sets Crawfish Aquatics Apart

• A large, established program with a clear development pipeline

• Multiple training sites and diverse athlete pathways

• A collaborative coaching staff committed to excellence

• Leadership structure that supports both performance and professional growth

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact at both the athlete and program level

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is:

• A technically sound and detail-oriented coach

• A culture builder who values accountability and team standards

• A collaborator, not just an independent operator

• Someone who can develop athletes and people, not just manage workouts

Compensation & Growth

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Opportunities for growth exist within Crawfish Aquatics for coaches who demonstrate leadership, performance development, and alignment with organizational values.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit a resume and a brief statement of coaching philosophy outlining their approach to athlete development and team culture to Jayme Cramer (jcramerca@gmail.com).