Artistic Swimming Assistant Coach - Part Time

Multnomah Athletic Club; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Facility access

Free parking

Transit discounts

401(k) with match

EAP + Headspace

Discounts on services/meals

Job summary

Multnomah Athletic Club in Portland, OR is seeking a part-time Artistic Swimming Assistant Coach to lead development of young swimmers, design routines, and accompany athletes to competitions. You will run practices, mentor athletes, manage logistics, and collaborate with staff.

The role requires CPR/First Aid, USA Artistic Swimming membership, and a passion for coaching. This on-site position offers an opportunity to impact the next generation of artistic swimmers within a vibrant club

Qualifications

• CPR and First Aid certifications and CCP Level 1 or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Health & Safety: concussion management training within 60 days.
• USA Artistic Swimming membership in good standing.
• Competitive artistic (synchronized) swimming experience.
• Familiarity with TeamSnap, ISS, and common office software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to motivate athletes of varying skill levels.
• Ability to collaborate with coaching staff and club members.
• Physical capability to coach, swim, stand, and demonstrate techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop swimmers; monitor training sessions and progress.
• Choreograph routines and edit music for performances.
• Coordinate and accompany teams to competitions and manage logistics.
• Lead and support classes, clinics, and camps; organize entries and results.
• Manage scheduling and squad communication using ISS/TeamSnap.
• Engage with members and promote participation in programs.
• Handle injuries and safety incidents per protocols.
• Submit expense reports and assist with equipment purchasing.
• Attend staff meetings and help develop the annual competition schedule.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

CCP Level 1 readiness

USA Artistic Swimming

Competitive Synchro

TeamSnap/ISS

Communication skills

Motivational drive

Team player

Physical fitness

Tools

TeamSnap

ISS

Office software

Job description

Artistic Swimming Assistant Coach - Part Time

Multnomah Athletic Club, 1849 SW Salmon Street, Portland, Oregon, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, July 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Multnomah Athletic Club is more than Portland's most legendary hub of sports and socializing. It's like a small city unto itself. Where else can you find four restaurants, three pools, a climbing gym, state-of-the-art studios and fitness suite, a complex of racquet sport courts, massage offerings, a boutique, plus a grand ballroom and variety of events spaces all in one place? To say that every employee of MAC has room to move is an understatement almost as big as MAC's 600,000 square feet of recreational possibilities.

Want a career with a future? A campus worth exploring? A one-of-a-kind community on which you can have a direct impact? MAC is all of those things and more.

The Role

Are you passionate about inspiring athletes to reach their highest potential in a fun, competitive, and supportive environment? We're looking for a part-time enthusiasticArtistic Swimming Assistant Coachto join our team and lead athletes to success both in and out of the pool. You'll play a key role in shaping the next generation of artistic swimmers. You'll lead practices, choreograph routines, and travel with athletes to competitions, fostering a culture of excellence, sportsmanship, and personal growth. This position is ideal for a motivated, creative, and organized professional with a strong background in synchronized swimming and a commitment to athlete development.

This is a full-time, fully on-site position at our club in Portland, OR.

What You'll Do

• Provide Leadership & Develop Athletes:Coach, inspire, and encourage swimmers toward competitive excellence. Lead and monitor in-water and land-based training sessions for assigned squads. Foster a positive, disciplined, and sportsmanlike environment for athletes. Maintain ongoing communication with swimmers, parents, and staff via email, phone, and meetings. Assist in tracking individual swimmer goals and monitoring progress.
• Develop Choreography & Music Editing:Creatively choreograph routines as assigned by the Head Artistic Swimming Coach. Edit music tracks for routines and performances.
• Competition Travel:Coordinate and accompany teams to competitions, managing logistics and athlete engagement.
• Event Support:Lead and support artistic swimming classes, clinics, and camps. Organize meet entries, attendance, and results; coordinate MAC-hosted competitions.
• System Management:Use ISS for coach cards and TeamSnap for scheduling and squad communication.
• Engage with Members:Promote participation in aquatics department programs and events.
• Emergency Response:Handle injuries, illnesses, and emergencies according to safety protocols.
• Budget Compliance:Submit accurate expense reports and assist with equipment purchasing.
• Team Collaboration:Attend staff meetings and assist in developing the annual competition schedule.

What You'll Bring

• Certification Readiness:CPR and First Aid certifications, and CCP Level 1 or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Health & Safety Compliance:Completion of concussion management training within 60 days.
• USAAS Membership:Coaching member in good standing with USA Artistic Swimming.
• Competitive Experience:Background in competitive artistic (synchronized) swimming.
• Technical Proficiency:Familiarity with platforms like TeamSnap, ISS, and common office software.
• Communication Skills:Excellent verbal and written skills to build strong relationships with swimmers and families.
• Motivational Drive:Proven ability to motivate and encourage athletes of varying skill levels.
• Team-Oriented Mindset:Ability to collaborate effectively with coaching staff and club members.
• Physical Capability:Able to meet the physical demands of coaching, including swimming, standing, and demonstrating techniques.

What You'll Gain

At Multnomah Athletic Club, we believe in taking care of our team members. We offer a wide range of benefits to ensure your well-being, both inside and outside the club. Here's what's in it for you:

• Full-time employees:Enjoy medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Facility access:Free access to our exercise room and classes, climbing gym, and pools.
• Convenience:Free parking and discounted public transportation passes.
• Retirement:Participate in our 401(k) program with an employer match.
• Well-being:Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and the Headspace wellness app for free.
• Perks:Enjoy discounts on club services and meals.

Are you ready to make a splash in the lives of young athletes and help them shine?

The Multnomah Athletic Club is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

Multnomah Athletic Club, 1849 SW Salmon Street, Portland, Oregon, United States of America