Assistant Coach

Position Title: Assistant Coach

Club: Mid-Michigan Aquatics Hurricanes (MMA)

Location: Dewitt, Okemos, and/or Holt Michigan

Reports To:  Head Coach

MMA is a year-round USA Swimming–affiliated competitive swim team providing high-quality professional coaching and technique instruction for swimmers of all ages and abilities. Recognized as a 2019 Bronze Medal Club in USA Swimming’s Club Excellence Program, MMA is a non-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors. We serve approximately 250 swimmers, ages 6 to 20, across three training locations.

The Assistant Coach works collaboratively with the Head Coach to support the year-round USA Swimming program. The Assistant Coach is responsible for coaching swimmers, providing technique instruction, and fostering a positive and safe team environment. This role requires strong communication skills to engage effectively with coaching staff, athletes, and parents.

Assistant Coach Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head Coach and Head Assistant Coach in coaching all levels of the USA Swimming program, from beginners to advanced swimmers

• Support implementation of training plans and practice schedules for assigned training groups

• Supervise swimmers during practices to ensure safety and effective training

• Provide instruction and feedback on swim techniques and training efforts

• Monitor swimmers’ progress and assist with goal setting appropriate to age and ability

• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents, swimmers, and coaching staff

• Enforce the swimmer Code of Conduct as outlined in the MMA Handbook

• Promote a positive team culture that encourages self-discipline, sportsmanship, and personal responsibility

• Attend all scheduled practices and swim meets, including weekends as required

• Participate in team-sponsored events and represent MMA positively within the community

Duties:

• Attend daily practices punctually and consistently

• Assist with swimmer supervision in the pool and on the deck at all times

• Support meet entries and logistics as directed by senior coaching staff

• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized training environment

• Engage with swimmers, parents, and team members to foster a welcoming atmosphere
  

Requirements:

• Current certification in Adult and Pediatric/Child CPR and AED (must obtain prior to coaching on deck)

• USA Swimming Coach certification (Level 1 preferred, or willingness to obtain)

• Knowledgeable of competitive USA Swimming rules and stroke techniques (Backstroke, Breaststroke, Butterfly, Freestyle)

• Passionate about swimming and working with youth of all abilities

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to work under the guidance of Head Coach 

• Working knowledge of Meet Manager software is preferred

• Minimum of 2 years coaching experience at the club or collegiate level preferred

Availability:

• Available to coach Monday through Friday, including one or more training groups

• Willingness to work weekends for swim meets and travel as needed (mileage and lodging reimbursement provided)
  

Licenses/Certifications:

• USA Swimming Coach certification (preferred)

• Current Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR, and AED certification (required)

Compensation:

MMA offers a competitive compensation, commensurate with applicant’s job qualifications.