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  Senior Lead Coach Position:   Velocity Aquatics is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Senior Lead Coach.  This position will be the primary coach for Platinum-level swimmers, which Velocity defines as those aged 13 and over.  This is a key leadership position for the club.  The Senior Lead Coach will work in partnership with the Head Age Group Coach and will report to the Velocity Aquatics Board of Directors.  Background:   Velocity Aquatics is a growing club in the western portion of the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area.  The club presently operates out of two pools and continues to grow in swimmer counts.  The senior (Platinum) level of the club has grown significantly over the past four years, and will continue to grow based on new enrollment and advancement of younger swimmers.  Velocity’s success in club growth has also been accompanied by success competitively.  As a club, its placement at Minnesota Swimming state meets has continued to rise year after year.  The Senior/Platinum age group also has swimmers that are competing at state and national levels.  The Delano Girls High School swim team finished 3rd in State in 2017, and many of the team’s swimmers compete during the year as part of Velocity.  The Delano Boys High School swim team will be new in 2018 after competing as part of a multi-school cooperative in recent years.  Mission and Values:   The mission of Velocity Aquatics is to build humble excellence in our youth, team and community through competitive swimming.  The club values dedication to the sport, teaching perseverance, fostering respect, acting with integrity, and having fun through excellence and teamwork.  Duties: Provide leadership, coaching, and instruction for Platinum program. Lead and direct assistant coaching staff to meet program needs. Provide a positive, encouraging, safe, and challenging atmosphere consistent with the mission and values of Velocity in which all swimmers, regardless of abilities, may improve their skills. Lead the development of Velocity’s exposure to regional/national meets and development of elite swimmers. Prepare and manage all aspects of practices, including daily workouts, assignment of practice groups, stroke instruction and pool preparation. Work collaboratively with Head Age Group Coach to provide a seamless experience for Velocity swimmers and parents. Attend all practices and be on time. Attend all meets, or coordinate coaching with Head Age Group Coach and other Velocity assistant coaches, where Velocity swimmers are participating and be on time. Work with Head Age Group Coach to coordinate scheduling and registration for meet events, including individual and relay event entries. Maintain all memberships and certifications as required by USA Swimming, Minnesota Swimming, and by law. Provide supervision and direction for assistant coaches and volunteers. Participate in club activities and social events. Promote Velocity and, in partnership with the Board of Directors and its committees, develop programs to increase participation and membership. Attend Velocity Board of Directors meetings, when possible or when requested by the Board. Qualifications Four-Year college degree (preferred) Competitive swimming experience (required) Three years swim coaching experience, with preferred experience in a lead role with an age group or club. (required) Experience with dryland training and nutrition guidance (preferred) Knowledge and ability to use Team Unify and Hy-Tek Software programs (required) Compensation This is a salaried lead position with our club. Compensation will be competitive to market and will be reflective of experience and quali Application Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to velocityaquatics@gmail.com . Applications submitted by August 4 will receive priority review.  The position shall remain open until filled. 

Developmental Group Coach - Rochester Swim Club   The Rochester Swim Club, a 400+ member aquatics organization in Rochester, Minnesota has a fall opening for a dynamic, fun and energetic Developmental Coach to lead our growing club. The coach will oversee the developmental side of the age group (12 and Under) program.   Located in beautiful southeast Minnesota, Rochester is home to the Mayo Clinic and IBM and has a strong swimming history. Our 400+ athletes span all competitive levels.  With a strong swim school already in place we are dedicated to teaching and developing swimmers of all ages, skills and competition levels.   Our primary training facility is a newly renovated 8 lane 50 meter indoor pool with moveable bulkhead.  The facility is Short Course (16 lanes) September through March and Long Course (8 lanes) April through August.  This facility also has a 4 lane, 25 Yard warm water pool used for our swim school and our bridge program between swim school and swim team in the evenings.  We also have access to a 6 lane outdoor 50 Meter pool in the Summer.    D uties of the Coach: (A) Individual is a Team Player and understands the obligations of working within a larger coaching staff.  Positive/Can-Do attitude and orientation is a must. (B) Coach directs all aspects of Developmental 12-u Age Group swimmer training and competition in conjunction with Head Age Group Coach and Head Admin Coach. (C) Work with Head Admin Coach and Club CEO to guide team activities, including meets, training trips, special events, and team building activities. (D) Develop and Implement strategies in conjunction with the Head Admin Coach to recruit, retain and grow team enrollment in support of the Club’s goals. (E) Work in conjunction with Head Admin Coach and Swim School coordinators to ensure ongoing success of the program in introducing swimmers to competitive swimming. (F) Communicate with membership with weekly newsletter duties and email inquiries, handle all meet entries for groups they are responsible for, attends and contributes to weekly staff meetings. (G) Weekly schedule for this position is 20-25 hours per week Monday thru Friday with 1-2 Weekends per month during competitive seasons.  Our weekday schedule generally concludes no later than 7:30 pm each night. For Fall 2018 our Developmental Groups generally do not practice on Weekends. (H)  Basic knowledge of Team Unify platform and Google Office Suite is expected.   This is a year round, salaried position based on qualifications and experience.  ASCA Level 1-2 Coach Certification preferred.  Benefits for this full-time position include Health Insurance, 401K with match, HSA with employer contribution and other benefits (mileage and meals) for swim meets.  All professional memberships (Red Cross, AAU/USA Swimming and ASCA Certifications) are paid for by the club.  Interested applicants should forward cover letter outlining experience and coaching philosophy, resume, three references with contact information and salary requirements to John Bradley at coachjb@rochesterswimclub.com.

POSITION: The Edina Swim Club (ESC), is a level 4, silver medal club located in Edina, MN. ESC is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Head Age Group Coach.  This will be a leadership role in our Age Group Program. This position reports directly to the Edina Swim Club Head Coach. BACKGROUND:   The Edina Swim Club trains at three 50 Meter outdoor facilities during the summer months and out of six different 25 Yard facilities throughout the year. The club hosts 6 meets during a normal swim year.  Edina is located in Hennepin County just southwest of Minneapolis.  The Edina Gators enjoy a reputation of success, both locally and nationally, and is recognized for its perennial leadership in Minnesota.  Edina High School has won 24 high school Swimming Championships between both the girls and boys teams.  Edina’s strong recruiting base and community support allows them to provide financially attractive and competitive coaching opportunities unmatched in the Midwest.  PHILOSOPHY:   Edina Swim Club’s mission:  The Edina Swim Club prepares swimmers of various abilities to achieve the highest level of the sport.  Edina Swim Club combines fun and hard work in a team-building atmosphere that produces long-term success for its athletes in the pool and as good citizens.  To learn more about EDI, go to edinaswim.com .   DUTIES:  Design quadrennial and seasonal plans for Age Group and Developmental programs Plan Meet Schedules, Assistant and lead coaching practice and meet schedules, pool schedules Execute strong communication skills with all age group members: newsletters, emails listing deadlines and special events on a bi-monthly basis. Complete all daily work-outs on the OnDeck Application and maintain group attendance records Responsible for meet entry deadlines, posting meet information, and all age group entries Responsible for communicating group move ups at the end of each season Mentor and Manage all lead and assistant age group coaches Update TeamFeed on the OnDeck app – weekly(min) Social Media updates Responsible for weekly age group staff meetings Responsible for maintaining certifications and managing all staff certifications Schedule and perform all annual evaluations for age group staff Responsible for hiring all age group staff Maintain daily office hours in addition to coaching responsibilities QUALIFICATIONS: Four-year College Degree (Required) Competitive Swimming Experience (Required) Eight to Ten years Swim Coaching Experience with at least five years in a leadership role (Required) Have experience in dryland training for long-term athletic development (Required) Have a working knowledge of Team Unify and Hy-Tek Software (Required) Must be current in all requirements to be a USA Swimming member coach or ability to become certified within 2 months of hire. (Required) Candidates must possess integrity, strong communications skills; and a passion for helping swimmers maximize their potential. COMPENSATION: This is a Full-time position. Competitive pay for this position will range from 50,000 + commensurate with experience. APPLICANTS:   Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume with references to: Jeffrey Rodriguez: jeff@edinaswim.com Start Date:  August 1, 2018.

Aquajets Swim Team, a value-based, purpose-driven organization, is in search of an experienced age-group coach to join our staff. We have an opening for a full-time, salaried coaching position to lead practice groups of 9-11-year-old swimmers, beginning in August 2018. A successful candidate is a team player who has at least two years of experience as a lead coach, preferably with swimmers 12 and under, a strong stroke technical background, and competitive swimming experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for his/her own training groups throughout the season, as well as assisting with other groups as needed. In addition to being salaried, this position offers consistent hours, health benefits, and the opportunity to earn additional income through private practice sessions. Meet travel, coaching-related educational opportunities, and required certifications are reimbursed. Desired Skills and Characteristics: Strong leadership skills to engage both children and adults. Kind and fun attitude toward swimmers all of skill levels Strong verbal and written skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office, or similar programs. Knowledge of Team Unify a plus. Collaborative spirit and willingness to learn new things. Strong organizational skills. Coaching Responsibilities: Develop season training structure and plans that are age- and ability-appropriate for 9-11-year-old swimmers. Run practices for multiple groups each day (Monday-Saturday). Attend swim meets regularly (weekends). Consult with athletes/parents regarding meet entries. Maintain accurate attendance records. Hold goal meetings with swimmers each season. Prepare swim evaluations and group placement recommendations each season. Must be able to communicate effectively and clearly provide direction to assistant coaching support. Team Support: Plan, organize and execute “Splash Nights” each fall and spring for prospective families. Assist with crafting weekly parent and coaches’ e-newsletters regarding pertinent team announcements, schedule changes, events, etc. Respond to parent communications, in person, by phone, or email in a timely fashion. Participate in weekly coaches’ conference call. Keep parents informed of positive developments or problematic issues as needed. Provide input in annual team planning meetings regarding season objectives, strategies, themes, and structure. Adhere to Aquajets Swim Team’s core values: Humility, Accountability, Perseverance, Integrity (HAPI). Please send a resume and cover letter detailing your coaching experience and swimming background, plus references to swim@aquajets.com . Aquajets Swim Team is a USA Swimming Silver Medal winning club located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Our team serves over 350 swimmers ages 6-18 of all skill levels, from Novice to Olympic Trial qualifiers. We are dedicated to providing a fun, safe environment that fosters a love of competitive swimming both in and out of the water.