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• Organize and attend all scheduled practices and swim meets. • Effectively design and plan a workout curriculum for all levels with the goal of improving swimmer skills and times. • Provide constant feedback to participants to facilitate improvement. • Supervise and evaluate assistant and junior coaches. • Enforce aquatic rules and policies by maintaining constant surveillance of participants. • Establish and maintain good communication with participants, parents, coaches & supervisors • Maintain a positive attitude and act in a professional manner when interacting with patrons, program participants, parents and other staff, at all times. • Verify that swimmers have all required paperwork/registrations/memberships completed. • Introduce new families to the sport of competitive swimming and answer their questions • Maintain a positive team environment and enforce our Code of Conduct policy. • Create a season outline containing practice schedules, meet schedules, workout goals, fundraising goals, and events to present to the Superintendent of Recreation. • Enter swimmers into swim meet events and provide Superintendent of Recreation with required documents to host teams and/or Illinois Swimming. Communicate swim meet information and entries to parents and swimmers. • Create and maintain the team’s Team Unify website and Facebook page or communicate necessary information to post with the Byron Park District in order to inform participants and parents of upcoming events, registration deadline, schedule changes, etc. • Coordinate the operation of all home swim meets, including meet referees, officials, timers, concession workers, etc. • Act as primary responder in case of injury, accident or illness in the pool area and complete required forms. • Develop and organize team fundraising as applicable. • Encourage individuals to obtain swim official certifications and inform them of upcoming training courses. • Set-up and help maintain facility and equipment. • Follow all Byron Park District policies, procedures and guidelines. • Maintain good safety awareness and follow all safety guidelines and procedures. • Wear appropriate Byron Park District, Byron Tiger Sharks or swim attire. • Complete required US swim coach trainings and attend in-service trainings and staff meetings. • Complete additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Highland Park Aquatics Club (HPAC) Full Time Head Age Group Coach HPAC in Highland Park, IL is looking for an experienced and accomplished career coach to lead our Age Group program and develop our 13&Under swimmers.  Our age group program has grown significantly over the past 3 years from 75 to 120 members with continued growth expected. HPAC trains in a brand new, state of the art, 15 lane high school pool.  We have and will continue to host swim meets with 700+ swimmers. Our swim club is well supported by the high school. We have a great working relationship with the boys & girls high school swim coach, who works collaboratively with HPAC during the non-high school swim seasons.  For the right candidate, HPAC is an ideal opportunity for a Head Age Group Coach to sculpt a successful program. At HPAC we believe in focusing on the positive and building team camaraderie.  We work with our parents to create a unified team to help each athlete attain their goals in swimming.  We are looking for a strong coach who is passionate about swimming and excited to serve as a mentor, educator and role model. This position reports directly to the HPAC Head Coach. Position begins immediately and is open until filled. Duties include but are not limited to: Develop and implement a comprehensive and competitive program for swimmers 13 and younger in collaboration with the Head Coach Supervise a staff of 4-6 assistant age group coaches and assist the Head Coach with their development Conduct 15-20 hours of on-deck practice coaching (M-Sat) and 10-15 hours (average) of administrative work per week Administrative work will be determined by the HPAC Head Coach and Board of Directors.  Examples include: writing daily workouts for all age group squads, regular communication with parents, maintain a team social media presence, and on a non-regular basis perform meet entries, hosted meet prep, plan for & run bi-annual team tryouts and ongoing tryouts, plan for & help run bi-annual team registration, annual awards banquet, and swim-a-thon Attend all scheduled meets (approximately 48 hours per month) Help plan for and run all HPAC hosted meets (3-4 per year) Communicate effectively with swimmers, parents and other coaches (email, phone and face to face) Maintain daytime office hours. Respond to all emails and phone calls within 24 hours Participate in team projects, planning and programs while also supporting team activities Expectations of the HPAC Head Age Group Coach: Maintain a pleasant and professional demeanor while interacting via face to face, electronic and phone communication with HPAC coaches, swimmers and parents Drive the overall development, improvement and growth of our age group program in and out of the water Possess a high level of maturity, patience and dependability while working with swimmers ages 5-13 as well as time sensitive office work The ideal candidate has: 5+ years of coaching experience preferably at the club level 1-2+ years experience as the head of an age group program An impeccable understanding of swim stroke mechanics Ability to work independently in collaboration with a Head Coach Ability and desire to work with parents as a part of swimmer development Track record of swimmer retention & recruitment Track record of swimmer development Intimate working knowledge of team management thru Team Unify Experience organizing & hosting successful swim meets Experience developing & maintaining a team’s social media presence Ability to run Hytek Meet Manager (preferred) Bachelor’s degree (preferred) Requirements: Must pass a background check from USA Swimming and have completed the USA Swimming coaching requirements Must be a current USA Swimming coach member in good standing Ability to perform in the following working conditions Work in excess of a 40-hour week with irregular work hours Work in excess of 24 hours between Friday - Sunday for home and away meets Walk, stand and sit for long periods of time while maintaining alertness to respond to critical situations and the ability to act swiftly Light cleaning after workouts and heavy cleaning after hosted swim meets Must be certified & comfortable administering first aid/cpr Must be able to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs in weight View/enter data on a computer for long periods of time Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience Send resume with at least three references to Head Coach Jory Blauer at joryblauer@ymail.com For additional information please visit:   www.hpacswimclub.org

HPAC is seeking 2 Assistant Age Group Coaches to help with our 12&Under swimmers.  The job starts immediately and is open until filled. The ideal candidate will be very passionate about the sport of swimming and have prior club or ymca coaching experience.  HPAC has 120 swimmers in our 12&Under program and we are growing. The candidate will work with our Head Coach in a collaborative relationship to further improve our Age Group program. We train out of the Highland Park HS located at 433 West Vine Ave, Highland Park, IL.  It is a brand new, 15 lane pool. Qualifications/Experience: Prior Coaching experience with club or ymca teams. Thorough knowledge of competitive swimming and stroke mechanics. Enthusiasm to work with children. A positive role model. Good communicator. Compensation: We pride ourselves on paying our coaches well.  Compensation will be commensurate with experience. Hours: The candidate can expect to work 10-14 hours per week regularly (in the evening time) + swim meets on weekends.  This is a perfect part time job for someone who works a 9-5 full time job. To Apply: Please contact Head Coach Jory Blauer at joryblauer@ymail.com

Are you an expert in E-Commerce selling and online customer service using Amazon?  Are you ready to work for a successful, growing business?  If you are a motivated, sales-driven professional, let’s talk!  Kiefer Aquatics is searching for an Amazon Sales Specialist to drive the day to day Amazon sales through both vendor central and seller central platforms.  In this unique, new role, the Amazon Sales Specialist will monitor product listings; upload new products, inventory, and pricing position; ensure product pages and content are up to date and optimized on Amazon; work with our internal team to ensure timely service and shipments; and ensure that customer and company reviews are effectively maintained. Qualified candidates will have a college degree and experience with e-commerce product selling and online customer service, preferably using the Amazon platform.  To be successful in this position, the candidate should have a process and metrics driven mindset, strong attention to detail and follow up, and a commitment to continually learning about our products, processes, and services.  A background in the swim industry is a plus! If interested, please email your resume and letter of interest to Staci Fairchild at sfairchild@kiefer.com .

If cold-calling and prospecting new customers is your niche, this position is for you! The Lead Generation Specialist will develop B2B customer and channel specific sales leads to be called upon by the sales team.   Duties of this unique position include identifying and developing new prospect and customer leads for specific channels and product categories, assisting the sales team in the planning and execution of B2B email outreach campaigns, assisting in preparing sales and marketing tools utilized for prospecting and the sales process, and maintaining accurate prospect and customer information in our CRM for effective follow up by the sales team. Qualified candidates will have 2 - 4 years of sales or customer related experience working in a specialty sales channel or related customer channel type and excellent time-management and computer skills.  Pe rsistence and strong communication and relationship building skills are key to being successful in this position! While our headquarters is located in Bloomington, Illinois, this position can be worked remotely. If interested, please send resume and letter of interest to Staci Fairchild at sfairchild@kiefer.com .

Motivated, sales-driven professionals are needed to accelerate our growth as the leading multi-channel distributor in the aquatics/swim industry. If you have an entrepreneurial mindset and proven sales performance, we need to talk! The Inside Sales Representatives will become an expert on the product ranges and brands we offer to our customers, as well as pricing and program information.  Successful candidates will have a background in providing timely, consistent contact with customers plus a high level of service commitment.  Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship building skills are required to maintain existing customer relationships as well as develop relationships with new customers. Qualified candidates will have sales and/or telemarketing experience working with customers via phone and excellent computer skills.  A positive attitude and strong attention to detail and follow-up are a MUST!  Background in the swim industry is definitely a plus! If interested, please send your resume and letter of interest to Staci Fairchild at sfairchild@kiefer.com.

If you are a skilled problem solver with customer service experience and strong communication and relationship building skills, this may be the right fit for you! The successful candidate will provide accurate product, order, and service information to enhance the customer's experience with our company.  Other duties of the position include, but are not limited to: Processing incoming orders (via phone, fax, email) for existing customers and new customers setup Maintaining accurate customer records, updates and order information Maintaining positive rapport with every customer – including when resolving difficult situations Staying up to date on our products to ensure accurate product knowledge Partnering with the sales and operations team to exceed our customer’s expectations Qualified candidates should have 3+ years of customer service experience including order entry and daily phone interaction.  A positive attitude and patience in dealing with customers is a MUST!  Background in the swim industry is definitely a plus! Please email your resume and letter of interest to Staci Fairchild at sfairchild@kiefer.com .

If you are ready to work for a growing organization, we may just have a job for you! Kiefer Aquatics is currently recruiting for the position of Purchasing Manager. We are in search of a seasoned professional to take the lead on purchasing, inventory planning and analysis, and supplier performance. The Purchasing Manager is responsible for developing expertise on our products, vendor pricing & terms, and inventory planning elements; creating, tracking, and providing updates of purchase orders and drop ships; providing analysis on purchasing metrics, inventory, and related supplier information; ensuring accurate vendor pricing/terms/quantity/quality on received purchase orders; and verifying with the Finance department that purchase invoices align with purchase orders. The right candidate will have a college degree, 5+ years of purchasing experience with both foreign and domestic suppliers, and a high level of integrity with a strong sense of accountability and ownership. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship building skills are a must! Qualified candidates can send their resume and letter of interest to Staci Fairchild at sfairchild@kiefer.com . Please reference the position that you are applying for in the subject line of your email. Kiefer Aquatics, having recently acquired and merged with The Lifeguard Store, is the leading distributor and specialty retailer serving lifeguards, swim teams, facilities, and learn to swim programs in the U.S. market.  We support a broad selection of aquatic products from the leading brands in the industry through our portfolio of e-commerce and retail sites which include: thelifeguardstore.com, allamericanswim.com, kiefer.com, and our retail sites operating as All-American Swim, and Swim Shops of the Southwest.  Our mission is to provide the leading service, product expertise and selection serving lifeguards, swim teams, facilities and learn to swim programs everywhere. Kiefer was founded in 1947 by Adolph Kiefer - US Olympic Gold Medalist, WWII Navy Instructor, and aquatics industry pioneer. The Lifeguard Store was founded in 1992 by Mark Oostman – certified Lifeguard Instructor Trainer and Division I Swimmer.

VHST – Assistant Developmental/Age Group Coach   Vernon Hills Swim Team (VHST) located in Vernon Hills, Illinois is a year round swim club has multiple openings for assistant development/age group coaches this season. All positions are hourly and pay will be based on experience and availability. If you are interested, please contact Head Coach Rob Wood at turtles@vhparkdistrict.org and apply at the Vernon Hills Park District Website.   Work with young swimmers of different abilities on the weekly basis to teach strong technical and training skills. Ages are primarily between the age of 8 and 13 with group sizes ranging from 15-20 dependent on position. As the first coach many of the developmental athletes the applicant must be enthusiastic, patient, focused on technique and making the sport fun. This hourly position requires candidates to have excellent communication, teaching and people skills. Candidates will report to Head Coach and must be a team player. Candidate should be available 3-4 evenings a week from 5:30-7:30 p.m.   Candidates must be a USA Swimming coach in good standing with competitive coaching experience.  Ability to work late afternoons and early evenings is a must. Club attends meets frequently which will require assistance in running of while athletes are not participating. Club averages 2 meet every month.    Qualifications/expectations: Knowledge of competitive swimming and or previous coaching experience obtain necessary certifications: coaches safety training, CPR & First Aid, background check, and athlete protection training Passion for the sport of swimming Team-oriented, good communicator, positive, and energetic   Compensation: Pay is based upon experience at an hourly rate. Additionally, the club will reimburse any fees needed for certification and professional growth.

Vernon Hills Swim Team (VHST) located in Vernon Hills, Illinois is a year round swim club has openings for the assistant head coach this season. All positions are hourly and pay will be based on experience and availability. If you are interested, please contact Head Coach Rob Wood at turtles@vhparkdistrict.org and apply at the Vernon Hills Park District Website.     Work with swimmers of all ages and different abilities. Candidate must have previous coaching experience, positive, energetic, and passion for swimming. Candidate should be available 4-5 evenings a week between 5:30-8:30 p.m. as well as some weekends for meets.  Assist the Head Coach in administrative responsibilities, proficient in teamunify and meet manager. Is available to parents and patrons for questions or concerns before and after practice. This coach will report directly to the Head Coach.    Candidates must be a USA Swimming coach in good standing with competitive coaching experience.  Ability to work late afternoons and early evenings is a must. Club attends meets frequently which will require assistance in running of while athletes are not participating. Club averages 2 meet every month.  Qualifications/expectations: Knowledge of competitive swimming and or previous coaching experience obtain necessary certifications: coaches safety training, CPR & First Aid, background check, and athlete protection training Passion for the sport of swimming Team-oriented, good communicator, positive, and energetic Compensation: Pay is based upon experience at an hourly rate. Additionally, the club will reimburse any fees needed for certification and professional growth.

Alligator Aquatics Head Age Group Coach Job Opening: 4/1/19   Alligator Aquatics is a privately run, not for profit (501c3), USA Swimming club based in Arlington Heights, Illinois which operates primarily out of Prospect, Wheeling, and St. Viator high schools. We have approximately 150 swimmers ages 6 and up, across every skill level from developmental to collegiate swimming. Our mission is to help swimmers of all ability levels achieve their goals and to inspire passion and dedication in our athletes. Alligator Aquatics has a 45 year heritage of developing well rounded, competitive swimmers. The Alligators has an active board, experienced coaching staff of 6, and a committed parent support-base.   Job Description: Alligator Aquatics is looking to hire a coach to oversee the development of our age group swimmers. This coach will be primarily responsible for coaching swimmers ages 11-13 as well as assisting with 10 and under and senior swimmers as necessary.   Job Responsibilities: Lead coach for swimmers age 11-13 including the development and implementation of a training plan Assist in coaching senior swimmers, 10 and under swimmers, and masters swimmers as necessary Attend practice 6 days per week, including some early mornings Attend meets on weekends (approximately 2 per month) Limited travel to local, regional and national meets Work with head coach and other staff members to further the vision of Alligator Aquatics Communicate and interact with parents in a professional manner Review and assist head coach with meet entries Key Qualities: Knowledge of latest stroke technique and training methods Knowledge of dryland training methods Energetic and passionate about the sport of swimming Willingness to learn and develop as a coach Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Minimum Requirements: Two years experience coaching age group swimmers and an extensive background in competitive swimming CPR and First Aid Certified Up to date with all necessary USA Swimming certifications including, but not limited to, athlete protection training and coaches safety training   Compensation will be commensurate with experience   To Apply: Send all inquires and applications to head coach, Alec Hayden, at hayden.alec@gmail.com

Position Title: Head Coach and Aquatics Director Club: Peoria Area Water Wizards (“PAWW”) Location: Peoria, Illinois Reports To: Board of Directors General Summary: The Peoria Area Water Wizards (PAWW) are a year-round USA Swimming competitive swim team offering high-quality professional coaching and technique instruction for all ages and abilities. As one of the premier USA swim clubs in the Midwest, PAWW prides itself on creating a positive environment and enriching experience for all members of the club with the goal to provide every member an opportunity to improve swimming skills and achieve success at his or her level of ability, from novice to elite-level competitor. PAWW has three practice locations and over 350 registered athletes. PAWW is accredited with a Level 3 certification per USA Swimming’s Club Recognition Program. PAWW hosts multiple swim meets and events, throughout the year, including Illinois Swimming Regional Championship Meets. PAWW also has a US Masters Program, with a swim team that competes nationally and trains at our Central Park Pool location. PAWW directly maintains, operates, and manages its Central Park Pool facility, while also renting the facility to outside groups for other aquatic activities. We are seeking a Head Coach and Aquatics Director (“Head Coach”) to oversee all aspects of our competitive swim programs, with direct coaching responsibilities. The overall objective of the position is to continue to guide and grow a USA Swimming and US Masters programs that produce the highest attainable levels of competitive excellence in individual and team performance, while fostering a positive environment that fulfills PAWW goals and vision. The responsibilities also include overall management of PAWW’s related aquatics programs, including direct supervision, monitoring, scheduling, and maintenance of PAWW’s Central Park Pool facility. It is expected that the head coach will foster positive relationships, mentor as appropriate, and communicate well with their coaching staff, swim team members, swim team parents, and the Board of Directors. The Head Coach must develop the skills and talents of the team members and coaching staff while promoting teamwork, sportsmanship and encouraging personal development and excellence. The Head Coach will be expected to work in partnership with Illinois Swimming and other stakeholders and further develop the team’s position as a leading program in Illinois. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Serve as the overall Head Coach for the team’s competitive program, providing leadership and guidance to the team’s coaches, volunteers, and administrators Develop the team’s training group structure, team policies Manage day-to-day operating issues, including (but not limited to): Facilities procurement, maintenance, and management Recruiting of novice swimmers and swimmer retention Drive regular staff meetings Plan Team Practice Schedule and Meet Schedule, including team and coaches travel, life guard assignments, meet entries, and other meet administrative duties Evaluate Training plans and goals for Swimmer Development for all athletes at all levels, including managing the planning of training cycles in conjunction with group lead coaches Plan and lead all-member parent meetings Manage and delegate administrative duties Maintain regular office hours at PAWW’s Central Park Pool facility to include: Monitoring PAWW’s Open Lap Swimming Program Being available to facilitate access in and out of the pool, for customers, vendors, and maintenance personnel Supervise pool and perform light maintenance, as needed, to include monitoring pool chemical levels and water temperature. Enforce Team and LSC Policy and Procedures Organize and manage all coaching and administrative staff assignments, responsibilities and career development, for all PAWW practice sites, including: Review and evaluation of Staffing levels at all sites Assignment and delegation of duties at all sites Supervisory and Evaluation responsibilities of coaches at all sites Develop Training plans for Coaches’ Development and Continuing Education Manage all hiring and personnel actions for competitive program and administrative staff. Attend team Board of Directors meeting and provide monthly reports as to the status, policies and activities of the team and its staff Finance responsibilities including: Assist in preparation of an annual operating budget (to include coaches’ pay) with the team treasurer and administrative/business manager for Board approval Implement and manage expenditures in accordance with approved budget Review and gain Board approval for any required changes to budget Actively represent and promote PAWW in the local communities that we serve Actively assist in the marketing of PAWW, including, but, not limited to direct involvement with PAWW’s social media platforms Communication responsibilities including but not limited to: board, swimmers, coaches, parents, LSC and public relations, as well as delegation of communication in a timely fashion as appropriate for the situation Act as a role model for swimmers Strategic Planning for PAWW in conjunction with the Board Supervisory Responsibilities: Competitive program coaching staff Communications Director & Admin Physical Requirements: Required to travel periodically with athletes to “away” meets Regularly required to walk, stand for long periods on the pool deck Required to maintain USA Swimming coach certification, including first aid and life-saving requirements Mental Requirements, Attitude and Approach: Must possess VISION for PAWW and excellent ability to communicate that vision through all levels of the club Excellent written and verbal communications skills and demonstrated ability in fostering teamwork Interpersonal and communications skills to deal effectively with all levels of employees, club members, athletes, parents, Board of Directors and outside personnel. Great leadership skills for coaches and athletes Strong administrative skills Coaches for the right reason: bringing out the best in our swimmers, both as athletes and as individuals Drives team spirit Proactive Up-to-date on latest coaching techniques Strong understanding of overall balance of training and taper techniques, both in water and dry-land, for all age groups, abilities, specialties and body types Vision for appropriate balance of distance, sprint, technique and strength/conditioning work throughout the entire program Ability and vision for coach training and development Ability to develop and implement a cohesive vision and coaching philosophy throughout the program, building swimmers from novice through senior levels Must be involved not only in the top age group, but ensuring consistency throughout the entire program with progressive age-group development Must have positive manner Encouraging athletes to strive for their personal best Approachable for athletes (and other club members) Inspirational leader Driven & competitive Inspires and supports the athletes Even-handed and fair treatment of all athletes, regardless of ability or seniority level Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications: Significant experience in Swim Coaching in leadership positions A history of success coaching swimmers in a wide range of athletic ability Current USA Swimming Coaching Certification ASCA Level 3, or higher, Coaching Certification strongly preferred Strong computer skills, including web based tools and Microsoft Office Strong familiarity with Team Unify and Hy-tek products, including Meet Manager, Team Manager, and the Colorado Timing System Experience in setting up, managing, directing, and running swim meets Certified Pool Operator, or willingness to complete required course work Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is a plus Must pass USA Swimming and PAWW background check and drug test requirements Experience in the development, implementation, and execution of a comprehensive competitive swim program Proven team management skills Compensation: PAWW offers a competitive salary, with the possibility for certain benefits, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit inquiries and resumes to Michael Dexter, Board President, via email: mdexter31@gmail.com All applications and inquiries will be held in confidence. To Learn More about PAWW: Website: www.paww.org Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, all at: @pawwswim PAWW, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is parent owned and managed Central Park Pool is located at: 415 W. Richmond, Peoria, IL 61614