Swim Team Coach

Job Description

Job Description

• LocationHill City Sports Center, 118 Davis Cup Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24502, United States
• Industry Swim Teams, Aquatics, Swim Coach
• Employee Type PT Hourly
• Manage OthersNo

Description

Hill City Sports Center is seeking energetic, knowledgeable, and motivating Swim Team Coaches to help lead and develop swimmers of varying ages and skill levels in a positive, team-oriented environment. Ideal candidates are passionate about competitive swimming, athlete development, and creating a culture of discipline, encouragement, and sportsmanship.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct swim team practices for age-group and/or competitive swimmers

• Teach and refine stroke technique, starts, turns, and race strategies

• Help develop training plans that improve endurance, speed, and overall performance

• Foster a positive, inclusive, and motivating team culture

• Prepare swimmers for local, regional, and seasonal competitions

• Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, and staff

• Ensure swimmer safety and maintain pool deck supervision standards

• Assist with swim meets, team events, and program growth initiatives

• Monitor athlete progress and provide constructive feedback

Qualifications

• Previous competitive swimming and/or swim coaching experience preferred

• Strong knowledge of stroke mechanics and competitive swim training

• Ability to motivate athletes of all ages and skill levels

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Current CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard certifications preferred (or willingness to obtain)

• USA Swimming coaching certifications are a plus

• Availability for evenings, weekends, and swim meets as needed

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

• Passion for youth development and team building

• Dependable and professional demeanor

• Ability to create a fun, challenging, and supportive training environment

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather).

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.