Applications due 06/15/25
Job Description:
Date posted: April 2, 2025
Location: Columbia, Missouri, USA
Columbia Swim Club (CSC) is seeking an experienced full-time Head Age Group Coach & Director of our Hickman location for a growing competitive swim team in Columbia, Missouri. We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Head Age Group Coach/Director for our 14 and under age group swimmers beginning August 1, 2025. The candidate will be responsible for coaching and leading three of our developmental groups, developing their skills, creating, and fostering a positive team culture and supporting the overall growth of CSC. This role includes coaching, team administration, staff leadership, communication with athletes, families, and coaches, while contributing to CSC’s development and success.
This is a 12-month position which offers excellent benefits including health insurance, travel expense reimbursement for meets, 401K, professional support along with a competitive salary of $40-45,000 or higher depending on experience along with a rewarding opportunity to work with a dedicated team of athletes and coaches.
Coaching & Team Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement age-appropriate training programs for swimmers in the 14 and under age groups, focusing on skill development, technique, and performance improvement.
- Lead daily practices, while providing constructive feedback and fostering a supportive and motivating environment that encourages personal growth, team unity, and swimming excellence.
- Prepare swimmers for local and other Missouri Valley meets with appropriate training schedules and meet strategies.
- Ensure proper stroke technique, training intensity, and physical conditioning for swimmers to reach their full potential based on their age and skill level.
Staff Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the other coaches on staff to ensure the alignment of the training philosophy is consistent across all training groups.
- Supervise, mentor, and provide guidance to assistant age group coaches on staff.
- Foster a positive team culture
Communication with Membership:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the parents of the three groups that you will lead for parents of 14 and under swimmers.
- Maintain effective communication with families regarding practice schedules, meet schedules, and other team activities.
- Respond to emails, phone calls, and inquiries from parents in a timely and professional manner.
- Conduct regular parent meetings to review team goals, performance, and expectations.
Program Growth & Retention:
- Assist in the recruitment and retention of swimmers, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive environment for swimmers of all skill levels and backgrounds.
- Work with the head coaches and team administration to develop and implement strategies to grow the team and engage the broader community of Columbia and the surrounding areas.
- Foster positive relationships with swimmers and their families to encourage long-term participation within CSC.
Administrative Responsibilities:
- Run swimmer evaluations throughout the year and communicate with the new families about joining the club and ensuring a smooth transition.
- Along with the other full-time coaches on staff help manage the team’s meet schedule, ensuring that swimmers are entered into appropriate meets and events for the 3 groups you will lead.
- Collaborate with head coaches and team leadership to manage day-to-day and hosted meet operations along with administrative duties related to the club.
- Along with the other full-time staff run the CSC social media accounts
- Attend the weekly staff meeting for the full-time staff to collaborate and work together to ensure both pool locations are working together and on the same page.
Team Travel & Meet Responsibilities:
- Attend swim meets as the head age group coach, managing the team’s warm-ups, event entries, and ensuring swimmers are prepared and focused.
- Supervise and support swimmers at meets, ensuring that they are well-prepared and have a positive experience.
- Provide constructive feedback to athletes on both strengths and areas for improvement, helping them develop their skills.
- Ensure swimmers maintain a positive attitude and always demonstrate good sportsmanship.
- Work with the head coaches to identify and prepare athletes for competitive opportunities, including the highest level meet they qualify for at the end of the season.
Qualifications:
- Proven track record of developing young athletes, with at least 3-5 years of coaching experience, preferably in a USA Swimming environment.
- Currently a USA Swimming Registered Coach (including background check, safety training, and CPR/First Aid).
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and engage athletes.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively interact with swimmers, parents, and fellow coaches.
- Ability to work together with fellow coaches, parents, and team leadership to achieve the overall goals of CSC.
- Experience with swim team administration, including meet entries, schedule coordination and social media
- Knowledge with Hy-Tek Meet and Team Manager software and Team Unify.
- A passion for coaching!
How to Apply
Candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their coaching experience and philosophy. Please include references from previous coaching positions and relevant coaching certifications.Candidates need to apply by emailing Anne Sievers at [email protected]
Contact Information
phone: 636-544-1249