Assistant Coach - Boys Swim

Sylvania; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Olympia School District seeks an Assistant Coach for high school level swim to assist in education, leadership, supervision and organization of the sport/activity within the building. The role includes directing athletes, equipment checks, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Applicants should have prior coaching experience at the high school level or higher, plus First Aid/CPR, concussion training, and WIAA/OSD required training within the first weeks of the season.

Qualifications

• Prior experience coaching swim at the high school level or above.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.
• Current First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Current WIAA/OSD-approved training in “Head Injuries/Concussions”.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and organization for assigned sport/activity as directed by the Head Coach and building Athletic Director.
• Provides direction and ongoing supervision of athletes, managers and support personnel before/during/after practices/conditioning sessions, games, travel and other school-sanctioned events as assigned by the Head Coach and building Athletic Director.
• Maintains current knowledge of national, state, league and District rules and regulations for the sport/activity and student participation.
• Reports unsafe equipment or facilities to the Head Coach and Athletic Director.
• Teaches safety procedures to all athletes daily.
• Completes annual evaluation process within established timelines.

Skills

Motivate athletes

Communication

Organize activities

Professionalism

Job description

Purpose

The job of “Assistant Coach at the High School level” is to assist in the education, leadership, supervision and organization of the assigned building interscholastic sport/activity.

Coaching Required Attachments

• Resume
• 3 Coaching reference Forms and/or Letters
• First Aid/CPR Card

Prior experience coaching swim at the high school level or above

Prior experience coaching swim at the high school level or above. Demonstrated ability to successfully work and communicate in a respectful and professional manner with coaches, staff, students, parents and community members. First Aid/CPR/Concussion training required prior to first day of practice. Further WIAA/OSD required training completed within first 2 weeks of season.

The Olympia School District is committed to increasing the diversity of staff in ourschools. Candidates who can contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengthsand experiences in this area.

Essential Functions

• Provides leadership and organization for assigned sport/activity as directed by the Head Coach and building Athletic Director.
• Provides direction and ongoing supervision of athletes, managers and support personnel before/during/after practices/conditioning sessions, games, travel and other school-sanctioned events as assigned by the Head Coach and building Athletic Director.
• Maintains current knowledge of all national, state, league and District rules and regulations related to the assigned sport/activity, student participation and parent/community involvement.
• Reports in writing, to the Head Coach, any equipment and/or facility found to be in an unsafe condition.
• Teaches and emphasizes safety procedures and precautions to all athletes on a daily basis throughout the season.
• Completes annual evaluation process within established timelines.
• Immediately reports all injuries using the OSD Accident Report Form and established process and communicates with Head Coach regarding all injuries and return to play timelines.
• Monitors student compliance with provisions of the OSD Athletic Code (Policy 3202); OSD Student Rights and Responsibilities Policy 3200; Building/Team Rules and Regulations; and WIAA Rules and Regulations.
• Reports violations or suspected violations of established rules and regulations to the Head Coach and building Athletic Director within 24 hours of becoming aware of the violation or suspected violation.

Other Functions

• Assists other personnel, as may be required, for the purpose of supporting them in completion of their work activities.
• Participates in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, professional development, hearings, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.

Job Requirements--Qualifications

• Experience: Prior experience as an Assistant, Head or Approved Volunteer Coach in the designated sport/activity.

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.
• Current First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Current WIAA/OSD-approved training in “Head Injuries/Concussions”.
• Holds, at a minimum, WIAA “Continuous Training Level” status; WIAA “Experienced” or “Preferred” Coaching Standard is preferred.
• Successfully passed WIAA Rules tests and/or WIAA Officials test for specific sport.
• For swim/diving coaches: Red Cross Safety Training for Swim Coaches or Lifeguard Certification (U.S. Diving Safety Certification for Diving may be substituted for diving coaches) is required.
• For Pole Vault coaches: “Pole Vault Coaching Training” is required.
• Additional training as required by the Olympia School District.

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities

• Ability, by use of required skills, to motivate student athletes, communicate with individuals and groups from varied educational and cultural backgrounds; work cooperatively with other coaches, administrators, staff, and support personnel; organize and manage assigned aspects of the assigned sport/activity; and support District/building philosophy/goals and objectives for student activities.
• Abilities to stand and walk for prolonged periods, perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks, maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative professional working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel and meet schedule and established deadlines.

Olympia School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Auxiliary aids and services will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Officer – James Whitehead, [phone], [e-mail]; Executive Director of Elementary Education – Autumn Lara, [phone], [e-mail]; Section 504 and ADA Coordinator (Students) – Ken Turcotte, [phone], [e-mail]; ADA Coordinator (Staff) – Starla Hoff, [phone], [e-mail]; affirmative action officer and civil rights compliance coordinator – Scott Niemann, [phone], [e-mail]. Address: Knox Administrative Center, 111 Bethel St NE, Olympia, WA 98506.

The Olympia School District will provide reasonable Accommodations to enable persons with disabilities the opportunity to apply for open positions and to participate in District interview procedures.Persons with disabilities or are in need of translation services are asked to notify the Human Resources Office at least three days prior to the date on which the requested accommodation is needed. Human Resources Officer: Voice: [phone] or TDD: [phone] or FAX: [phone].