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Interested in a USA Swim Team Head Coach position without administrative duties, located just a few miles from the beach?  The Ocean Pines Swim Team (OPST) located in Ocean Pines, Maryland (a few miles from Ocean City) is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced head coach with excellent leadership skills to further develop and expand our existing team.  OPST is a non-profit, USA Swim team that offers a competitive swim program for a variety of ages and abilities.  The team is coach-led and governed by a Board of Directors. The head coach position is a member of the OPST Board of Directors and is supported by several assistant coaches as well as additional volunteer board members.  The Ocean Pines Swim Team is continually growing in size and is eager to further their development in USA competitive swimming.  The team recently obtained new technology to further expand the team’s access to the most advanced tools  possible for the coaching staff to use in their instruction with swimmers. The current year round team has approximately eighty-five, USA Swimming registered athletes who compete in the Maryland LSC. During the summer, the team’s membership increases to 140+ swimmers and also competes in the Delmarva Swim Association (DSA) league.  Out of the 26 teams across the Delmarva Peninsula who participate in the DSA league, OPST placed second during the Delmarva Championship Meet in July 2018.  COMPENSATION: This is a salaried position with compensation based on qualifications and experience. Job-related education, travel, and other relevant expenses are covered or reimbursed. GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION : Manage an existing year-round competitive USA swim team and the complimentary summer league team. Oversee daily practices, meets, schedules, and assistant coaches. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : Contribute to and advance the team mission.  Provide coaching to ensure swimmer development and promote team dynamics. Implement and improve on the existing program to attract and retain swimmers. Provide positive representation of the team locally, regionally, and nationally. Maintain registration as a USA swim coach.  Instruct swimmers using effective coaching techniques, evaluate performances, and initiate appropriate disciplinary action as needed. Demonstrate swimming technique, observe swimmers to detect and correct mistakes, and provide related feedback to all swimmers. Exhibit professionalism and comply with the USA Swimming Coaches Code of Conduct.   Provide oversight and ensure assistant coaches do as well. Track swimmers’ training goals along with attendance figures. Meet individually with swimmers on a seasonal basis to ensure individualized goals are set and progress is monitored. Develop and lead seasonal training plans . Implement “dry-land” strength-training that will complement water training to help swimmers reach their potential. Assume responsibility for the care and maintenance of swim team equipment. Plan seasonal competition schedules for all groups.   Review and submit entries (in conjunction with the team administrator) for all swimmers participating in USA Swimming and summer league meets. Coordinate practice times .  Consider the needs of each training group based on skill level, coach availability, school hours, and facility availability. Create staff schedules f or practices and meets. Evaluate swimmer skill levels.  Conduct evaluations initially and periodically to place swimmers in appropriate training groups. Maintain minimum requirements for team participation and criteria for defining the different training groups. Demonstrate the leadership necessary to mentor assistant coaches. Maintain and ensure all necessary coaching certifications are up to date for all coaches. Participate in, and provide evaluation and professional development opportunities to foster an environment conducive to continual learning and enhancement. Utilize expertise and advanced knowledge in providing instructions to swimmers.  Provide attentiveness to all swimmers.   Ensure critiques and feedback are provided on a daily basis in practice environments for each swimmer based on their skill level and development. Maintain consistent and timely communication.  Respond to swimmers, parents, coaches, and board members as required.  Attend monthly board meetings. Attend seasonal parent meetings to educate and inform families and team building activities as often as possible. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of researched based, best practices for coaching techniques.   Ensure all coaches participate in research and continuing education. Implement training plans and taper strategies for a range of swimmer ages and abilities. Communicate effectively with facility staff. Adhere to facility use requirements.  Promote and enforce adherence to facility regulations by all OPST members. Demonstrate reliability.  Punctuality and reliability is expected in meeting job performance requirements. Including but not limited to, attendance, timeliness, and deadlines. Collaborate and communicate effectively with Assistant Coaches and the Board Of Directors to enhance the growth of the team.  Provide input and guidance for the team to achieve a USA Swimming Level 1 (and above) in the Club Recognition Program and other goals the team identifies. Promote a safe, comfortable, professional, team-oriented environment and spirit of competitiveness. Possess passion and excitement for the sport of swimming. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: Perform related tasks as required. PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge of current swim coaching techniques, training, and teaching methods. Knowledge of TeamUnify software for attendance, coaching tools (if desired), meet entries, assist in registrations, and to effectively communicate meet details to members (administrative duties can either be done by the OPST administrator or by the Head Coach, based on the preferences of the individual hired for the Head Coach Position). Knowledge of Meet Manager. Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills. Ability to analyze the needs of swimmers with varying levels of ability. Ability to assist families through the college recruitment process and/or provide senior swimmers with relevant information if they expresses interest in competing collegiately. EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE : Bachelor’s degree in related field, one to three years experience as a head coach of a competitive USA swim club, and personal experience in USA competitive and/or collegiate swimming, are all preferred. A combination of education, training, and experience providing the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential job functions, is required. WORKING CONDITIONS : In and around both indoor and outdoor pool facilities. Requires traveling to attend swim meets. Short course season practices are held during evening hours at an indoor pool. Long course and summer league season practices are held in the mornings at an outdoor 7-lane, 25 yard, pool.   Summer league meets are held Monday and Thursday evenings at either the OPST home pool or away at other local facilities.  Typically 7-8 DSA summer league swim meets are held during the season. CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All USA Swimming Coach certification requirements including First Aid, CPR, Coach’s Safety Training, Safe Sport, and coach education are required.  Must be able to pass background check. To apply, send the following information to opsthammerheads@gmail.com A letter of interest detailing relevant experience and how you are prepared to fulfill the responsibilities of the Head Coach Position. Include a statement describing your coaching philosophy. Current resume. List of at least three current and recent references with contact information. References will not be checked until final interviews are conducted and agreed upon by the applicant and the interviewing board. First consideration will be given to applicants who have submitted their information by  March 2nd,, 2019.  Applications submitted after this date will continue to be reviewed and the position will remain open until filled. A member of the hiring committee will acknowledge receipt of submissions and will contact eligible applicants to schedule an initial phone interview.

Do you love swimming? Enjoy working with kids developing new skills? Are you looking to develop your own skills? We are looking for someone who has a passion for teaching kids to swim and helping seasoned swimmers excel. Mariner Swim Club is seeking Age Group Coaches for our intermediate and developmental level groups. MSC is a USA Swimming Level 2 Club with a 40 year history of developing swimmer athletes into outstanding young citizens.   We practice at Gilman School in Baltimore, MD. Part-time / $12.00 to $18.00 /hour Must have 2 years of coaching experience, lifeguard/CPR certification and have, or be willing to obtain, USA Swimming Level 1 coaching certification. Evening and weekend work required.

General Summary: The Mariner Swim Club (MSC) is 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 most established USA Swimming Clubs in Maryland, MSC 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.  MSC has achieved Level 2 club recognition status from USA Swimming Club. The home pool for MSC is the Gilman School, a premiere K-12 independent school located in the Roland Park area of Baltimore, MD. We are seeking a Head Coach and Program Director (“Head Coach”) to oversee all aspects of our competitive swim program, with direct coaching responsibilities.  The overall objective of the position is to continue to guide and grow a USA swimming program that produces the highest attainable levels of competitive excellence in individual and team performance, while fostering a positive environment that fulfills MSC goals and vision of offering swim opportunities for all ages and abilities. 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, the swim school director, 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 Gilman School staff, additional area pool management, Maryland Swimming and other stakeholders and further develop the team’s position as a leading program in Maryland. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Serve as the overall Head Coach and Competitive Director for the team’s competitive program, providing leadership and guidance to the age group coaches. Develop the team’s training group structure and recruit, hire, and supervise training group coaches for each group. Group structure includes 5 levels plus swim school. Manage day-to-day operating issues, including (but not limited to): Plan Team Practice Schedule and Meet Schedule, including team and coaches travel, meet entry assignments, and other meet administrative duties Communicate regularly to parents and swimmers regarding meet and practice logistics (schedules, entry deadlines, etc.) 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 Recruiting of novice swimmers and swimmer retention Manage and delegate administrative duties Facilities procurement and management Drive regular staff meetings Participate in all‐member parent meetings in coordination with the Board of Directors (2 per year in accordance with bylaws) 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. Regular and consistent communication to all parties 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 Enforce Team and LSC Policy and Procedures Supervisory Responsibilities: Manage all hiring and personnel actions for competitive program and administrative staff including: Competitive program coaching staff  (5) Business Manager/Team Administrator Swim School director 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 execute actions against the MSC Mission and Vision statement Ability to develop long-term plan for Mariner Swim 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 including parents) 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: Proven 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 2 Coaching Certification at a minimum Familiarity with Team Unify and Hytek products Experience with all administrative aspects of meet entry coordination for home and away meets Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is a plus Must pass USA Swimming and MSC background check and drug test requirements Experience in the development, implementation, and execution of a comprehensive competitive swim program Proven team management skills Accepting applications until position is filled.   Interested candidates should submit resume and short statement on coaching philosophy to president@marinerswimming.org

CAC is the fastest growing USA Swimming Team in south of Maryland Maryland and is looking to further support our mission by hiring 2 additional coaches for our Pre-competitive Groups. This role calls for an energetic, fun-loving person who is a team player and enjoys providing excellent customer service—and has the natural ability to put a smile on the faces of children & parents. The primary coaching responsibility for this position will be preparing the 6 to 12 year old swimmers for the Age group program.  Swimmers will need to be introduced to and begin implementing complex training concepts This is an awesome opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and their families! If you love kids, and know how to swim–contact us! People with experience in coaching sports and/or swim are ideal. Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: USA-Swimming Coach Certification or ability to obtain prior to employment (Requirements: Candidates MUST have current CPR+AED, Safety Training for Swim Coaches, and Lifeguard Certifications.  Completion of the USA Swimming background check and APT is mandatory, as well as Fundamentals of Coaching 101/102 and Rules & Regulations for Swim Coaches (as needed) within 4 weeks of hire date) Competitive swimming experience (either coaching or as an athlete) Commitment to the pursuit of excellence Passion for learning and leading Any Other Important Details: To be considered, you must be able to work the following shifts: ~ Monday through Friday from   5 pm – 6:30 pm based on group assigned ( minimum 2 days a week) ~ Attend meets once per month. The position(s) will remain open until the right individual is found