Competitive Swim Assistant Coach (Full-Time)

Multnomah Athletic Club; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Multnomah Athletic Club as a Competitive Swim Assistant Coach, where you'll develop young athletes from age 5 to 18. This full-time on-site role in Portland requires a passion for coaching, flexibility for travel to meets, and strong organizational skills. You'll be part of a vibrant sports community that offers extensive facilities and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Free access to club facilities

Free parking and discounted transportation

401(k) with employer match

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years coaching experience.
• Current certifications: USA Swimming, SafeSport, Lifeguard.
• Proficiency in TeamUnify and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on coaching for youth athletes.
• Design effective practice sessions.
• Plan and execute swim meets and camps.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree

5 years of relevant experience

Tools

TeamUnify

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

Multnomah Athletic Club is seeking a dedicated and experienced full-time Competitive Swim Assistant Coach to enhance our youth swim program. In this role, you will play a crucial part in developing athletes aged 5-18 years, offering at least 20 hours of coaching each week. This position requires flexibility for additional meet and travel commitments. If you possess strong leadership skills, a passion for coaching, and a commitment to fostering a positive training environment, we invite you to apply.

This is a full-time, fully on-site position at our club in Portland, OR and requires travel to swim meets.

What You’ll Do

• Coaching & Mentorship: Provide hands-on coaching for youth athletes across various squads, focusing on skill development and athletic progression.
• Practice Planning: Design and implement effective practice sessions that align with seasonal objectives and individual athlete needs.
• Communication: Manage communication with athletes and their families, including squad management and new athlete registration.
• Event Coordination: Plan and execute events, including swim meets and summer swim camps, ensuring all logistical and administrative details are handled.
• Administrative Duties: Utilize tools such as MS Office, TeamUnify, and HyTek for scheduling, record-keeping, and other administrative tasks.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Head Coach and Age Group Coach to support practice planning, athlete education, and travel arrangements.
• Participation in Meets: Attend and support swim meets and local travel as required to ensure comprehensive team engagement.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of coaching experience with novice through championship-level age group swimmers.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of relevant work experience in a coaching capacity.
• Certifications: Current Coach Member status with USA Swimming, SafeSport, and Lifeguard Certification.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with TeamUnify and Microsoft Office; strong organizational and administrative capabilities.
• Coaching Expertise: In-depth knowledge of competitive swim techniques and the ability to create a positive, growth-oriented training environment.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with athletes, parents, and coaching staff.
  
  

What You’ll Gain

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Club Access: Free access to club facilities, including exercise rooms, classes, climbing gyms, and pools.
• Convenience: Free parking and discounted public transportation passes.
• Retirement: 401(k) program with employer match.
• Well-being: Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Headspace wellness app.
• Perks: Discounts on club services and meals.
  
  

If you are ready to contribute to a thriving athletic program and make a significant impact on young athletes, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of the Multnomah Athletic Club team! #LI-Onsite

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.