Assistant Coach – Full Time
MICHIGAN, HOLLAND
Michigan Lakeshore Aquatics
Holland Community Aquatic Center
Michigan Lakeshore Aquatics, a USA Swimming Silver Medal team, is seeking an Assistant Coach to live and work
in one of the top Midwest cities to live and a world class facility in which to work. Holland Community Aquatic
Center has an eight lane 50 meter pool, six lane 25 yard pool, water slide and play area, a warm-water therapy
pool and spectator seating for over 600. HCAC is home to both Girls and Boys HS State meets and Michigan
Swimming State meets.
Primary Responsibilities: Perform as assistant coach for USA Age Group swim teams and other competitive
programs, general oversight and coordination of practices, and meets. Depending upon qualifications, would
include coaching competitive age group swimmers, masters, and/or learn to swim programs. Specific
Responsibilities: 1. Act as Assistant Coach, as needed, for Aquatic Center sponsored teams. 2. Act as an
Instructor for Instructional program as scheduled. 3. Coordinate practices, and provide instruction for assigned age
group/team. 4. Coordinate and assist the running of all competitive events. 5. Assist in organizing and running all
competitive camps and clinics. 6. Responsible for website administration, as needed. 7. Other duties as
assigned. Essential Qualifications: 1. Experience in the aquatic field beneficial. 2. Current Lifeguard and CPR
certification. 3. Demonstrated ability to work well and communicate effectively with student athletes, staff, public,
and other administrators. 4. Ability to project a positive and professional outlook, manner, and appearance.
5. Ability to demonstrate mature judgment, reliability, availability, and ethical behavior including punctuality,
confidentiality and the ability to function effectively in a multitask environment. 6. Demonstrated ability to give
direction and provide leadership and evaluate the performance of others. 7. Efficient computer skills, including but
not limited to Meet Manager and website administration programs. 8. Current coach membership in good standing
with USA Swimming. Preferred Qualifications: 1. CPO or AFO certification. 2. Current instructor certification
for Lifeguarding and CPR. 3. Three or more years of experience teaching swimming or coaching, with
demonstrated effectiveness in helping athletes achieve superior performance and improvement. 4. Advanced
Training and/or Certifications in specialty field. 5. ASCA Level 2 or higher. RATE OF PAY: This is a full time
position with compensation of $26,000+ (depending upon experience and qualifications) w/Full benefits, medical,
dental, vision, life and retirement. METHOD OF APPLICATION: Candidates should submit letter of application
and resume to: Troy Emmons, Head Coach/Aquatics Director, Holland Community Aquatic Center, 550 Maple Ave.,
Holland, MI 49423 [email protected]. (616) 335-0411. Holland Aquatic Center does not discriminate on
the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, disability, or
limited English proficiency in any of its programs or activities. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER