Head Coach

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Level of Commitment:
Full Time, Salaried

Position Type:
Head Coach

Level of Team:
Club

Location:

Roanoke, VA, USA

Head Coach – CCA Marlins

The CCA Marlins swim team is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated full-time Head Coach. We are seeking a candidate with a true passion for coaching, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to inspire and develop swimmers at every stage of their journey.

The CCA Marlins currently claims approximately 200 swimmers, ranging from novice to Junior National level swimming. The team manages aquatics programs at two locations in the Roanoke Valley, the Carter Athletic Center and the Lancerlot Sports Complex. The Roanoke Valley is uniquely nestled among the Blue Ridge Mountains in southwestern Virginia. A premier destination for outdoor recreation, Roanoke is located within three hours of Charlotte, Richmond, and Washington DC.

This is a full-time exempt position with full health and retirement benefits. The team covers all travel, meet expenses, certification and coach’s education.

• Foster a friendly, inclusive team culture reflecting the team motto “For the Love of Swimming”
• Proudly represent the program within the region and the wider swimming community
• Engage with parents and stakeholders to build strong support for program initiatives

• Design and implement training programs tailored to swimmers of varied abilities and competitive levels
• Actively coach the senior level (15&Over) swimmers and assist age group coaches with younger swimmers
• Train, motivate, monitor progress, provide feedback, and supervise swimmers in the development of proper stroke technique, endurance, and racing skills to help swimmers achieve their goals
• Coach all swim meets with senior level (15&Over) swimmers in attendance
• Oversee the dryland training program partnership
• Recruit, retain, and develop swimmers at all levels according to USA Swimming guidelines and best practices
• Identify and champion participation in key regional, state and other USA certified swim meets

• Communicate effectively and regularly with swimmers, families, coaches, and club leadership
• Manage coaching staff to ensure optimal professional and technical development of coaches
• Lead regularly scheduled staff meetings and attend monthly board meetings
• Demonstrate professionalism and integrity by leading through example

• Maintain a safe and organized aquatic environment, adhering to all pool safety protocols
• Oversee administrative and financial aspects of program, including annual budget, scheduling, equipment, marketing, meet planning, and team logistics
• Ensure compliance with USA Swimming regulations and maintain good team standing
• Uphold Safe Sport policies to promote a safe, positive environment for all athletes

• Certified or willing to be lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid certified thru American Red Cross
• Strong knowledge of current stroke techniques with a certification of ASCA Level 3 Minimum
• Must have all USA Swimming Certifications including a Background Check, Athlete Protection Training, Safety Training and CPR, and be in good standing with USA Swimming and the LSC
• Experience coaching swimmers of all ages, especially senior (15&Over) swimmers
• A minimum of 5 years coaching experience is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organization and time-management skills
• Experience with Team Unify, Team Manager, Hy-Tek, and Microsoft Office

• Passion for the sport swimming
• Enthusiasm, energy, and the ability to create a positive training environment
• Focused on athlete development, both personal and technical
• Collaborative leader