Head Coach

About the Position

The Greater Pensacola Aquatic Club (GPAC), a longstanding USA Swimming and southeastern Swimming program, is seeking a positive, motivated, and experienced Head Age Group Coach. This full‑time role is ideal for a coach who loves developing young athletes, thrives in a team environment, and is eager to contribute to a growing, community‑focused program.

A coach who is:

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and passionate about age‑group athlete development
• Skilled at communicating with swimmers, parents, and staff
• Organized, proactive, and committed to elevating team culture
• Comfortable coaching within an established but evolving long‑term development model
• Ready to be an integral part of a collaborative coaching staff
• This position will report directly to the head coach/CEO and includes 25–30 hours per week on deck, coaching 10–15 practices over 6 days, plus 1–2 meets per month.

• Lead GPAC’s Age Group (14 & Under) program
• Assist the Head Coach with select Senior Group practices (including some morning sessions)
• Develop swimmers of all levels with a focus on technique, skills, and long‑term progression
• Implement daily training aligned with the team’s overall training plan
• Coordinate drills, training methods, and group goals with assistant coaches
• Design and oversee seasonal training plans (with Head Coach approval)
• Manage group placement, advancement standards, and lane organization
• Communicate promptly and professionally with parents, athletes, and staff
• Represent GPAC at all assigned meets and team events
• Recruit, mentor, and help supervise part‑time assistant coaches
• Maintain and update team equipment and technology

• Manage daily site operations, including pool space allocation
• Maintain the pool office (organization, supplies, office hours)
• Assist with home meet operations (must be able to lift 40–50 lbs.)
• Support auxiliary programs such as clinics, summer league, and swim school
• Maintain regular weekly office hours as directed by the Head Coach

• Collaborate on short and long‑term strategic planning
• Handle administrative tasks: calendars, meet entries, communication, onboarding new members
• Participate in staff meetings
• Support social media presence and team communications
• Assist with team events, fundraisers, and annual celebrations

• Hold or be able to obtain all USA Swimming coaching requirements (required)
• Competitive swimming background (required)
• Prior coaching experience, preferably USA Swimming or YMCA (required)
• ASCA Level 2 certification (preferred)
• Experience with Team Unify, HyTek, Microsoft Office, Google Drive (required)
• Familiarity with Colorado Timing Systems (preferred)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (required)
• Ability to move equipment for meets and training (required)
• Legally able to work in the United States—employer will not assist in gaining work visas or legal employment

GPAC is a parentrun 501(c)(3) nonprofit with 170+ competitive swimmers, a thriving swim school (80+ monthly participants), a masters program, seasonal clinics, and summer league offerings.

We train at two college‑based facilities:

A 6‑lane, 25‑yard pool

An 8‑lane, 50‑meter pool

GPAC has served the Pensacola community for nearly 50 years, developing swimmers of all levels while instilling values that support success in and out of the pool.

Learn more cswimteam.org.

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Performance‑based bonuses
• Health insurance options and retirement contributions (full‑time)
• Reimbursement for meets, certifications, and professional development
• $1,500 relocation assistance

Pensacola is one of the most desirable coastal cities in the Southeast—an ideal place for coaches, families, and outdoor enthusiasts.

• Beautiful white‑sand beaches less than 30 minutes from both GPAC training sites
• Affordable cost of living compared to most coastal cities
• Warm weather year‑round, perfect for an active lifestyle
• A vibrant community with festivals, arts, live music,…