Job Description - Head Swim Team Coach

Department: 505-Aquatics Support

Reports To: Aquatics Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Revision Date: [08/10/2025]

Mission Statement

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Columbus is a human service agency offering a varied program that is Jewish in nature. It is committed to enhancing the quality of individual and family life through the promotion of physical, intellectual, and spiritual wellness. It provides educational and cultural programs that reflect the Jewish heritage, health-related activities, and many services to the community at large. Through its wide array of programs, the JCC pursues its mission of strengthening the individual, family, and community.

Vision Statement

The JCC nurtures a passion for Jewish learning and living. Through programs and services, the JCC provides comfortable and inviting environments in which the community can thrive.

Position Summary

The JCC of Greater Columbus is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head Swim Team Coach to lead and grow our year-round youth swim program (ages 6–18) and develop a structured Masters Swim Team for adults. This is an exciting opportunity to help transform our established pre-competitive youth swim team into a USA Swimming-affiliated, competitive program that supports swimmers at every stage of development.

The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic leader with USA Swimming experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for helping swimmers grow in skill, confidence, and teamwork.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Youth Swim Team (Ages 6–18)

• Develop and lead age-appropriate training plans focused on stroke technique, endurance, and competitive readiness
• In close partnership with the Aquatics Director, supervise all team operations including practice schedules, meet planning, swimmer evaluations, and goal setting
• Attend and coach swimmers at USA Swimming meets and local competitions
• Foster a positive, inclusive team environment focused on personal growth and sportsmanship
• Collaborate with the Aquatics Director to implement a long-term vision for a year-round, competitive swim team

Masters Swim Team (Adults)

• Design and lead structured practices for adult swimmers, including those training for fitness, triathlons, or competition
• Promote a welcoming environment for all skill levels
• Coordinate participation in local or regional Masters competitions

Additional Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor assistant swim coaches during practices, meets, and training events
• Maintain current USA Swimming and CPR/First Aid certifications
• Communicate regularly with swimmers, families, and staff regarding practice schedules, expectations, and performance updates
• Maintain accurate records for meet entries, times, attendance, and program progress
• Ensure all safety and training protocols are followed

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to demonstrate and instruct all four competitive strokes in-water
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in humid, warm environments such as indoor pools
• Evening and weekend work required for practices and competitions

Agency Expectations

• Support the mission of the JCC.

• Provide high-quality programs and services and maintain knowledge of agency offerings.
• Represent the agency and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Welcome, thank, and engage JCC members and guests daily.
• Treat fellow staff with respect.
• Follow all policies and procedures in the employee handbook.
• Wear JCC staff ID badge and attend required staff meetings.

Education & Experience

• Minimum 3 years of youth coaching experience (ages 6–18); Head Coach or Lead Coach experience strongly preferred
• Current USA Swimming Coach Certification or ability to obtain before hire date
• Strong technical knowledge of all four competitive strokes
• Experience working with swimmers of varying ages and skill levels
• Ability to motivate and inspire youth and adult swimmers
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Available to work evenings and weekends for practices and meets

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building or expanding a competitive swimming program
• Familiarity with Team Unify and Meet Manager software
• ASCA Level 2 Certification or higher
• Previous experience coaching a Masters or adult swim program