Head Swim Coach: Lead Competitive Team & Staff

Daland Swim School; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation (accrued) and sick time

Profit sharing

Training & development

401(k)

Competitive salary

Job summary

Daland Swim School in Thousand Oaks, CA is seeking an experienced Head Swim Coach to lead our competitive team of ~350 athletes across novice, age group, and senior levels. You will oversee daily operations, manage coaching staff across locations, and develop seasonal training plans.

Responsibilities include coordinating competitions, ensuring safety and compliance, and driving athlete development, program growth, and team retention. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of competitive swim coaching experience.
• Current USA Swimming coaching certification and Lifeguard certification.
• Strong knowledge of competitive swimming and stroke mechanics.
• Demonstrated leadership and staff management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coach swimmers of varying ages and skill levels.
• Willingness to learn the Daland Proven Process.
• Afternoons, evenings, weekends, and some early mornings are required.

Responsibilities

• Coach swimmers of all levels, including dryland training and race prep.
• Develop seasonal training plans and workouts to meet goals.
• Monitor progress and provide technique feedback.
• Lead clinics, private coaching, and occasional camps.
• Coordinate meet entries and supervise home meets.
• Maintain accurate attendance and progression records.
• Communicate professionally with parents and staff.

Skills

Coaching leadership

Communication skills

Athlete development

Team coordination

Education

USA Swimming coaching certification

Lifeguard certification

Job description

Daland Swim School in Thousand Oaks, CA is seeking an experienced Head Swim Coach to lead our competitive team of ~350 athletes across novice, age group, and senior levels. You will oversee daily operations, manage coaching staff across locations, and develop seasonal training plans.

Responsibilities include coordinating competitions, ensuring safety and compliance, and driving athlete development, program growth, and team retention. Strong leadership and communication are essential.