Swim Team Assistant Coach — Flexible Hours & Growth

YMCA of the Chippewa Valley; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Program discounts

Flexible schedules

Competitive PTO

Job summary

YMCA of the Chippewa Valley is seeking a Swim Team Assistant Coach to support the Head Coach in delivering a high-quality, developmentally sound program. You will assist with coaching practices, scheduling, swimmer progression, and family engagement while upholding YMCA values.

You will help manage meet operations, apparel, and communications, ensuring safety and positive experiences for swimmers and families. Collaboration with marketing and aquatics staff is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous swim coaching experience.
• Current or ability to obtain required certifications (Lifeguard or In-Water Safety Training, CPR Pro, Online Coaches Certification, SafeSport).
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to youth safety and development.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of coaching certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coaching swim practices and private lessons with emphasis on technique and safety.
• Develop team groups, practice and seasonal schedules.
• Support swimmer progression and engagement.
• Track private lessons and communicate scheduling.
• Support meet operations and fundraising initiatives.
• Design and distribute team apparel and spirit wear.
• Assist with website and social media promotion for the swim team.
• Attend and help facilitate coaches’ and parent meetings.

Skills

Competitive swimming

Swim coaching

Team motivation

Organizational skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

YMCA values

Education

Coaching certifications required

Tools

Swim team software

Microsoft Office

Certification tracking systems

Job description

YMCA of the Chippewa Valley is seeking a Swim Team Assistant Coach to support the Head Coach in delivering a high-quality, developmentally sound program. You will assist with coaching practices, scheduling, swimmer progression, and family engagement while upholding YMCA values.

You will help manage meet operations, apparel, and communications, ensuring safety and positive experiences for swimmers and families. Collaboration with marketing and aquatics staff is essential.