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| 4/15/21 | Asheville School | Director of Human Resources at 828-254-6346 ext. 4097 or rovelloc@ashevilleschool.org. | Assistant Aquatics Coach Job Posting Asheville School is a private, boarding high school located on a beautiful 300-acre campus in West Asheville. Our campus includes 350,000 total square feet of academic, athletic and residential facilities, along with athletic fields and specialty activity facilities. The aquatics program is housed in Rodgers Memorial Athletic Center’s Ambler pool, which offers a fantastic training experience for Blues Aquatics Asheville athletes. Blues Aquatics is the premier USA Swimming program in Western North Carolina and trains athletes of all abilities to be leaders in the pool and out. Asheville School is seeking an experienced aquatics coach who will feel comfortable in a sports environment that fosters positive team attitudes, encourages self-discipline, models appropriate sports etiquette, and builds responsible athletes. This is a part-time faculty position that typically averages 18 hours per week and follows the academic school calendar. Work hours are varied throughout the year, depending on the meet schedule, and include weekday, evening, and weekend work as needed to meet the Aquatics Club schedule. Essential Responsibilities and Associated Duties The person selected for this position will join a dedicated athletics team and have the opportunity to perform a variety of duties that are important for maintaining the quality of the School’s aquatics program. The three essential areas of responsibility include, but may not be limited to, swim practices, swim meets, and aquatics program administrative support/logistics. Essential duties associated with these areas of responsibility are shown below. Other duties/tasks may be assigned as needed to foster a sound and successful aquatics program. 1. At each practice, duties include but are not limited to the following: ● Establishing an environment that fosters positive team attitudes, encourages self-discipline, sportsmanship, responsibility. ● Provides prompt, prudent, and effective feedback for athletes. ● Takes attendance and logs each practice. Emails out practice reports monthly. ● Understands and develops season training plans. ● Follows all team policies in the Blues Aquatics Asheville Coaches Handbook. ● Works with the Head Coach on other tasks and duties that come with running an effective practice. 2. At swim meets, duties include but are not limited to the following: ● Supervises meet warm-ups to prepare swimmers, ensure safety, and comply with USA Swimming warm-up procedures. ● Provides assistance, feedback, and guidance to athletes at meets. ● Follows all team policies regarding meets found in the Blues Aquatics Asheville Coaches Handbook. 3. Administrative support tasks include but are not limited to the following: ● Recruits new team members and identifies other approaches to grow the team. ● Tracks meet entries and helps to select individual meet events. ● Logs workouts. ● Facilitates the individual goal-setting process with all swimmers aged 13 and older. ● Attends pertinent meetings at meets. ● Communicates with parents, athletes, and other coaches about team-related functions. Work Setting/Environmental Factors: This position requires work inside in an office with consistent moderate temperatures and a pool environment that is noisy and has warm temperatures and high humidity. In addition, the employee in this position will travel up to 10% of time for meets and competitions. Typical Position Demands: The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the Assistant Aquatics Coach to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. (See information about reasonable accommodations at the end of this posting in the Application Information/Applicant Notice Section.) While performing the duties of this job, the employee: • Is occasionally required to lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds. • Uses their hands to finger, handle, feel and/or operate objects, tools, or controls. • Frequently walks, stands, and sits. • Occasionally reaches to the front, side, and overhead; and twists, turns, bends, kneels, and squats. • Uses close, far, and peripheral vision and needs to be able to hear directions, announcements, and alerts. Required Qualifications: • At least three years of club/team coaching experience at ASCA Level 2. • Maintains proper standing with USA Swimming and the American Red Cross. • Possesses current USA Swimming Coach Certification, which must be maintained during employment – current associated certifications or ability to obtain within three months of hire. • Continued proficiency with swimming instruction/coaching. • Able to respond to unexpected situations and use sound judgment to resolve them. • Able to work effectively with coworkers, swimmers, and family members and resolve differences respectfully. • Able to work well independently, often with limited direct supervision. • Understands and follows safety requirements related to the position. • Demonstrates integrity and a positive work ethic. Preferred Qualifications: • ASCA Level 2 Certification • Current driver’s license Other Requirement of Employment: The successful candidate must submit to pre-employment and on-going background checks. Benefits Overview: Asheville School currently offers part time employees meals during the work shift (when the dining hall is open and the employee is working on campus) and work breaks. Application Information/Applicant Notice: This recruitment is open until the position is filled. Submission of a cover letter and resume is required and they can be submitted to hr@ashevilleschool.org. Application review will occur as resumes are received. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified applicants with disabilities to apply for this position and/or for qualified employees to perform the essential duties. To request a confidential application process or job accommodation evaluation, contact the Director of Human Resources at 828-254-6346 ext. 4097 or rovelloc@ashevilleschool.org. Asheville School is committed to enhancing workplace diversity and fostering a climate of equity and inclusion. In addition, the School makes employment decision based on objective criteria and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. | |
| 4/05/21 | YMCA of NWNC (TYDE) | Bob Jennings Head Coach and Director of Competitive Swimming YMCA of Northwest NC (TYDE) 775 West End Blvd. Winston-Salem, NC 27101 (O) 336 721 2100 (F) 336 721 2106 coachbob@swimtyde.org | YMCA of NWNC TYDE AGE-GROUP DEVELOPMENTAL COACH The YMCA of Northwest North Carolina RIPTYDE swim team started in 1973 as the Winston-Salem YMCA (WSY) and quickly grew to become a perennial power in YMCA swimming; highlighted in 2000 and 2001 by earning back to back short course Women’s National Team Championships. WSY/TYDE has served thousands of NC Triad-area youth over the years teaching them the basics of competitive swimming and the foundations of essential life leadership skills. This tradition of excellence has continued for almost five decades. As a USA Swimming Level 4, Safe Sport-certified club, TYDE is based in Winston-Salem, NC and currently serves several hundred youth at 11 YMCA sites across seven counties in northwest North Carolina. GENERAL FUNCTIONS: This Part-Time (28 hours a week) position will report to the Director of Competitive Swimming & Head Coach and will be a key part of the TYDE Leadership Team. In accordance with the Association’s and Branch’s policies and procedures, the Lead Development Coach will assist both the Head Swim Coach and Head Age Group Coach in providing direct leadership, planning, instruction, and motivation for our development team members (Prep and Bronze groups) with the overall objective in strengthening our TYDE community. Some key responsibilities of this position will be to develop and lead select Prep Academy and Bronze group practices, assist in recruiting new swimmers, working with the Head Coach in Prep and Bronze program development and assisting with the organization of Prep and TYDE hosted swim meets. Schedule will vary based on practice and meet schedules. Evening and weekend availability is required in order to coach practices and support athletes at swim meets. Age-Group Developmental Coach will also be required to participate in TYDE’s weekly staff meeting and strategic planning when necessary. TYDE AGE-GROUP DEVELOPMENTAL COACH -- Bob Jennings Head Coach and Director of Competitive Swimming YMCA of Northwest NC (TYDE) 775 West End Blvd. Winston-Salem, NC 27101 (O) 336 721 2100 (F) 336 721 2106 coachbob@swimtyde.org | |
| 4/02/21 | Waves of Wilminton | David Sokolofsky Head Coach and Chief Operating Officer Waves of Wilmington, Inc. 910-233-3389 www.swimwow.org | Waves of Wilmington: Head Development Coach The Waves of Wilmington swim team is seeking candidates for our Head Development Coach position. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background teaching novice swimmers with high proficiency in stroke technique, inspiration, and fun! This is a salaried, part-time position with a typical non-meet work week consisting of ~20 hours on deck and ~5 hours of administrative work. Duties and responsibilities as follows: • Lead coach for all Developmental groups (8u, 10u, 12u, and pre-senior) • Assist Head Age Group Coach twice per week with Age Group practices • Create season and weekly plans for each Development group based on WOW’s stroke progressions, training philosophy, and advancement goals • Handle all administrative duties for Development groups (email communication, meet entries, parent meetings, etc.) • Work with Head Age Group Coach and Head Coach to ensure athlete progressions and group and team goals are being met Salary Range: $25,000-28,000 To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to David Sokolofsky at coachdave@swimwow.org. Applications are due by 4/20/21. Located in the beautiful coastal city of Wilmington, NC, the Waves of Wilmington swim team is the largest and most established USAS team in Southeastern North Carolina. We welcome all ages and abilities across our ~180 member team with two practice locations to serve them. Come join a team that is focused on developing complete athletes in a fun, positive, and nurturing environment! David Sokolofsky Head Coach and Chief Operating Officer Waves of Wilmington, Inc. 910-233-3389 www.swimwow.org | |
| 3/09/21 | Sandhills Sandsharks Swim Team | Edward T. Hill, CFP® Edward Hill Wealth Management, LLC 1148 Seven Lakes Dr. West End, NC. 27376 Office: (910) 466-9140 Fax: (910) 466-9139 | Head Swim Coach The Sandhills Sandsharks Swim Team, located in the Southern Pines/Pinehurst area of North Carolina, one hour south of Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill, is accepting applications for the position of Head Coach. The club is a small team established over 35 years ago with approximately 60+ athletes. SSS hosts two Open Water meets each year. Responsibilities: o Oversee all aspects of running USA team and aquatics programs (lessons, summer league, masters) o Coach older squads 6 days a week. Adhere to SSS’s philosophy of developing leadership and long term goals. o Hire, oversee, assist with and train Age Group coaches to ensure seamless transitions between squads. o Hire and oversee Lessons/Summer League coordinator. o Facilitate goal setting for whole squad and individuals. o Possess a positive, encouraging and energetic attitude towards all swimmers. o Possess the strong communication skills required for working with parents, swimmers, the Sandsharks Board, and Town of Southern Pines. o Take senior squad swimmers to LSC, Zone, and higher level meets. o Manage Town of Southern Pines Pool for SSS programming Sept-May: National CPO required. o Serve as Meet director for 2 NC Open Water meets per year. o Apply to and stay abreast of USAS recognition and NCS incentive program, Safe Sport certification, Make a Splash program requirements. o Maintain Facebook/Social media sites o Communicate weekly with team and respond to all parent communication within 24 hours. o Oversee/apply for relevant grants to support programming. Qualifications: o Minimum 4 years of successful competitive swim coaching experience with age group and senior level swimmers. ASCA Level 3. o Experience with team building skills (running meetings, individual and group goal setting, problem solving). o Experience with program management and in depth knowledge of Team Unify and HyTek software. o Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year accredited institution o Clean driving record, background check and USA Coaching certification. o National CPO (may be attained after hiring) o Strong time management and project management skills. Compensation and Benefits: o Competitive salary commensurate with experience o Vacation time o Professional education opportunities Application: Please email resume and a cover letter detailing your coaching philosophy and strengths, along with three references to Edward Hill- e.hill@lpl.com. Edward T. Hill, CFP® Edward Hill Wealth Management, LLC 1148 Seven Lakes Dr. West End, NC. 27376 Office: (910) 466-9140 Fax: (910) 466-9139 | |
| 3/08/21 | Wakefield Plantationa | NATALIE CLEMENS I CORPORATE DIRECTOR OF MEMBER ACTIVITIES AND WELLNESS WAKEFIELD PLANTATION I A McCONNELL GOLF PROPERTY 3350 CANES WAY I RALEIGH I NC 27614 Office: 919.488.5100 ext. 7015 nclemens@ccwakefieldplantation.com I www.ccwakefieldplantation.com | Head Swim Coach at Wakefield Plantation Department: Fitness/Pool Position Summary: Provide direct leadership, instruction, motivation to swimmers, and attend all swim meets, team functions, practices, meetings and the swim team banquet. The Head Coach will help develop and improve the technical and physical skills of swimming in each participant while providing a fun and enjoyable environment. Job Functions: • Enthusiastic and energetic leadership • Prepare workouts that are adapted to the variable skills and abilities of swimmers. • Have prompt attendance at all scheduled practices, functions and meets. • Maintain a friendly and approachable attitude. • Establish and maintain respectful and effective working relationships with the swimmers, assistant coaches, Wakefield staff and parents. • Instruct swimmers on proper swimming form and technique. • Work closely with the Assistants to provide a well-rounded, fun and competitive swim season for our members. • Observe swimmers to understand and correct mistakes. • Provide appropriate feedback on performance to each swimmer. • Determine with the help of the assistant coaches, all individual and relay events for the swimmers at swim meets. • Help oversee the Tsunami website, communication of meet information, practice updates, posting of meet results, team records, and team roster with the help from the assistant coaches. • Update meet results online and on the record board within 48 hours after meet is completion. • Ensure that after practices the facility is left as requested and that all pool equipment, including lane lines is back in place. • Help order ribbons, trophies and awards. • Attend all required meetings, meets, social functions and practices Job Qualifications: At least 2-4 years of coaching experience 3-4 years of competitive swimming experience (preferred) CPR, & First Aid certifications Demonstrates strong communication & leadership skills Enthusiastic, patient and able to give simple instruction Works well with others including coaches, staff and parents | |
| 2/19/21 | Henson Forest Hammerheads | Elizabeth Hagie 336-209-6057 ehagie@buildersdesign.com | Job Position: Assistant Coach Location: Summerfield, NC (just outside of Greensboro) The Henson Forest Hammerheads are looking for an experienced assistant coach to join our team for the 2021 summer season. We are an active and growing neighborhood swim team looking for someone who fosters a positive team attitude, encourages self-discipline, sportsmanship, and responsibility while encouraging swimmers to have fun and always do their best. Job Description: Under the direction of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach instructs participants in competitive swimming activities. The Assistant Coach teaches team participants how to use swim equipment and the proper techniques for swimming competitions. The Assistant Coach must follow all rules and regulations of water safety and ensure the participants do so as well. Dates: April 2021- July 2021 Certification Required Red Cross certification in Lifeguard Training, CPR and Community First Aid must be current. Job Duties: • Be knowledgeable of the CSA Rules and Regulations 2019. • Assist the Head Coach in assessing form, skill, and stamina of each individual swimmer. Practice sessions for competition are conducted by the Head Coach and assisted by Assistant Coach. • Instruct swimmers in rules for proper completion of a heat for each stroke and reasons for disqualification. Each swimmer must be observed and evaluated. • If the Head Coach is absent, set practice schedules, practice groups by lane and provide workout direction to coaching team. • Have prompt attendance at all scheduled practice and swim meets. It is the duty to be present at all swim meets. • Be available for the entire practice session with any exceptions approved and noted in the contract. • Must be familiar with emergency procedures. • Prepare all individual and relay event entries for all swim meets and City Meet. Salary: Pay is competitive and based on experience Interested Applicants please contact: Elizabeth Hagie 336-209-6057 ehagie@buildersdesign.com Henson Forest Swim Team Committee President | |
| 2/18/21 | Harrington Grove Swim and Racquet Club | Courtney Orning, orningcp@gmail.com | Do you love swimming? Enjoy working with kids? Come join our team of coaches for our Harrington Grove summer swim league! Head coach and assistant coach positions available. Harrington Grove Swim and Racquet Club (located off of Leesville Road in the Harrington Grove neighborhood) is looking for an experienced coach for our young members (6-17) who participate in the HGSRC Stingrays Swim League from May through July, 20-25 hours/week. *Dates will be finalized once we get the final school calendars/State COVID regulations. Candidate requirements: • Must have experience working with children. • Must have Lifeguard CPR Certification (or be willing to get it before the season begins) • Must be able to promote, lead, teach, and conduct sessions in and out of the water. • Must be capable of controlling a group of children/teens and maintaining order. • Must be able to enforce rules, act as a role model, and be spatially aware while promoting a fun and safe environment. • Must be professional at all times. • Must be well-spoken and an effective communicator to children, staff, management, and parents. • Must be responsible, have integrity, and a strong work ethic. • Experience with Swimmingly and Team Unify a plus. • Evening Practices only- M-Th (times TBA) • Virtual meets on Tuesday evenings (we compete against local swim clubs and share times) Working on a team, coaches will work with different age groups in training sessions to build confidence, gain techniques, and have fun! Each coach is responsible for working independently as well as on the team to further each swimmer’s goals. Contact: Courtney Orning, orningcp@gmail.com | |
| 11/09/20 | Sandhills Sandsharks Swim Team (SSS) | Harry Traystmon Traystmanh@gmail.com | The Sandhills Sandsharks Swim Team, located in the Southern Pines/Pinehurst area of North Carolina, one hour south of Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill, is accepting applications for the position of Age Group Coach. There is room for advancement for the right candidate. The club is a small team established over 35 years ago with approximately 80+ athletes. SSS hosts two Open Water meets each year. Responsibilities: o Oversee all aspects of Age Group squads and summer league; coach 5 days/week. o Adhere to SSS’s philosophy of developing leadership and long term goals. o Possess a positive, encouraging and energetic attitude towards all swimmers. o Possess the strong communication skills required for working with head coach, parents, swimmers, the Sandsharks Board. o Assist Head Coach with administrative duties as needed (5-10 hours/week). o Communicate weekly with age group squads/parents and respond to all parent communication within 24 hours. Qualifications: o Minimum 2 years of successful competitive swim coaching experience with age group and senior level swimmers. ASCA Level 2 preferred o In good standing with USA Swimming and all coaching certifications. o Experience with team building skills (running meetings, individual and group goal setting, problem solving). o Experience with Team Unify o Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year accredited institution o Strong time management skills. Compensation and Benefits: o Competitive salary commensurate with experience o Vacation time o Professional education opportunities Application: Please email resume and a cover letter detailing your coaching philosophy and strengths, along with three references to Traystmanh@gmail.com | |
| 10/09/20 | Sailfish Aquatics (SAIL) | Dwight.dickerman@sailfishaquatics.org | Sailfish Aquatics is a 150 member Safe Sport Recognized USA Swimming team based in Concord, NC, (ranked by Money Magazine as a top 50 Place to Live). We are a CEO managed, board owned 501c3 organization, with an independent board, not a parent/member board. Our goal is developing a strong base of technically skilled swimmers for years to come; accomplished athletes and well-rounded individuals through competitive swimming. With athletes competing on every level to National Qualifiers, we offer a great opportunity to develop additional coaching skills. Sailfish Aquatics is searching for an energetic and experienced coach to join us in teaching our athletes and growing the program’s developmental groups. To be successful in this position, you should support life-long learning, have a passion to coach and support the community. You will be instrumental in developing athletes for our Age Group program by bringing skill development, technique and teamwork to Sailfish Aquatics. You can find more information about our team here: www.sailfishaquatics.org Job Duties • Create and conduct workouts • Attend all assigned swim meets (approximately 1-2 weekends per month) • Attend staff meetings • Assist or substitute for other coaches as directed • Effectively teach strokes, starts, and turns • Help athletes to develop and achieve their highest personal and athletic potentials • Motivate training groups with goals, rewards, fun and team spirit activities • Create a competitive environment in which the swimmers have the opportunity to succeed. Stroke acquisition and training utilization is a priority. • Provide a safe, positive, encouraging, and challenging atmosphere • Create group communication content for Sailfish Aquatics using email, social media, and team web site. • Input/enter, update, and track swim meet entries, results, and time improvements for assigned groups through the Team Unify system. • Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Social Media • Develop new member acquisition plans to support assigned group and team growth • Maintain an accurate swimmer and attendance roster • Schedule deck time 15-30 minutes before and after all practices to supervise swimmer safety, provide swimmer feedback and correction regarding technique, and build swimmer relationships. • Embrace the Sailfish curriculum, abide by the Sailfish policies and procedures and work with other coaches/staff to support the Sailfish vision and strategies. • Must be organized, have good communication skills (parents & swimmers), and be dedicated to working for Sailfish Aquatics • Perform other duties as needed or assigned by the Head Coach Requirements & Compensation • Applicants must have a competitive swimming background, possess (or be willing and able to obtain) all required USA Swimming Coach membership requirements • Full or part-time • Continuing education is available • Compensation is highly competitive and will be based on experience Contact Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested parties should submit a resume and letter of interest to: The club’s CEO Dwight Dickerman |
