Assistant Swim Coach

USA SWIMMING; San Ramon (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

ElitSwim Club in San Ramon, CA is seeking an Assistant Coach passionate about performance swimming and athlete development. The role supports Age Group practices, conducts daily pool sessions, and assists with dryland training; you will also handle 0–1.5 hours of administrative work and collaborate with the Head Coach to foster a supportive team culture.

Applicants should bring coaching experience or strong swimming background, plus CPR/AED and Lifeguard certifications, with USA Swimming

Qualifications

• Passion for swimming and coaching.
• Experience as a competitive swimmer or 2+ years of coaching experience (or equivalent).
• Strong communication & organizational skills.
• USA Swimming Coach Membership (or willingness to obtain before first meet).
• CPR/AED & Lifeguard Certification (or willingness to obtain before first meet).

Responsibilities

• Assist with Age Group practices (6 per week).
• Conduct 3-4 hours of in-person pool practice daily, including Saturday mornings & weekend meets.
• Assist with weekly dryland training.
• Perform 0-1.5 hours/day of administrative work (scheduling, meet enrollment, communication).
• Collaborate with the Head Coach to foster a supportive, inclusive team culture.

Skills

Passion for swimming coaching

Coaching experience

Communication skills

USA Swimming Coach Membership

CPR/AED Lifeguard Certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance

About ElitSwim Club

ElitSwim Club (ELIT) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and an affiliate of USA Swimming. In addition to our competitive swim team, we have been operating a year-round pre-competitive swim program since 2013. Our sister organization, EliteSwim LLC, offers a variety of skill-building programs throughout the year, providing additional opportunities for professional growth.

Position Overview

We're seeking an Assistant Coach who is passionate about performance swimming and athlete development. This role will:

• Assist with Age Group practices (6 per week)
• Conduct 3-4 hours of in-person pool practice daily, including Saturday mornings & weekend meets
• Assist with weekly dryland training
• Perform 0-1.5 hours/day of administrative work (scheduling, meet enrollment, communication)
• Collaborate with the Head Coach to foster a supportive, inclusive team culture

Desired Qualifications

• Passion for swimming and coaching
• Experience as a competitive swimmer or 2+ years of coaching experience (or equivalent combination of coaching & high-level competitive athletics)
• Strong communication & organizational skills
• USA Swimming Coach Membership (or willingness to obtain before first meet)
• CPR/AED & Lifeguard Certification (or willingness to obtain before first meet)

Why Join Us?

• Career Growth: Opportunities to expand into leadership and coaching roles within EliteSwim LLC
• Professional Development: Learn directly from our Head Coach and a team of experienced professionals
• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Salary, health insurance, and additional income from swim lessons

Location: San Ramon, CA

Compensation: (Commensurate with experience)

Benefits: Health insurance (Kaiser), additional income opportunities

Important Notice: Applications will be considered only from candidates who have the legal authorization to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Thank you for your understanding.

Learn more: https://www.elitswimclub.org

ElitSwim Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation: $30,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

About Us

Paschalis Ntatsos is the Founder/Head Coach of the ElitSwim Club.

Paschalis Ntatsos has a comprehensive background in competitive swimming at the highest levels, along with extensive experience and deep knowledge of performance swimming for all age groups. He has designed the curricula for all groups and oversees every aspect of the program's development. At ElitSwim Club, we focus on high-quality training, water efficiency, reducing resistance to maximize performance, and preventing injuries among swimmers. We are currently hiring qualified staff to help us achieve our club's vision and future goals.

ElitSwim Club is a 501(c) (3) tax-exempt non-profit organization. Our volunteer Board of Directors comprises passionate, skilled individuals with deep knowledge of swimming, who are positive and energetic, and who create the best possible and supportive environment for all, and, most importantly, who love and respect the sport and its members.

Our primary location for our Club programs is the Dougherty Valley Aquatic Center, DVAC/DVHS, at 10550 Albion Road, San Ramon, CA 94582.

The secondary location is the San Ramon Olympic Pool/California High School. 9900 Broadmoor Dr, San Ramon, CA 94583.