Title
Head Swim Coach
About the Organization Founded in 1911, Forsyth Country Club is a premier, member-owned private club located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. With more than 111 years of history and tradition, the Club proudly serves 942 member families and is recognized as a Distinguished Club by BoardRoom Magazine.
Forsyth Country Club is committed to a culture of excellence, hospitality, and professional growth. The Club invests in its employees through continuing education, leadership development, and opportunities for career advancement.
Located in the heart of Winston-Salem, the Club is part of a vibrant and growing community known for its innovation, arts, education, and exceptional quality of life. The metropolitan area of approximately 250,000 residents offers the amenities of a larger city while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere and affordable cost of living.
Forsyth Country Club blends rich tradition with a forward-thinking approach to member service and employee engagement, creating an environment where both members and employees take pride in belonging.
Club Facilities Include:
- 45,000 sq. ft. clubhouse with recently renovated casual dining, bar, and patio seating
- 18-hole Donald Ross golf course
- 11 outdoor tennis courts
- 2 platform tennis courts
- 4 pickleball courts
- 18,000 sq. ft. Pool & Fitness Pavilion featuring a wellness center, pool kitchen, locker rooms, laundry, and maintenance facilities
Benefits & Perks:
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid Time Off and holiday pay
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee meals
- Golf privileges
- Uniforms provided
- Training and education opportunities
- Scholarship program
- Employee appreciation events
Category Aquatics Description
Job Summary
The Head Swim Coach is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and operation of Forsyth Country Club's aquatics programs, including the Crazy Ducks Swim Team, Duckling School, and swim lessons for all ages. This position oversees the planning and execution of daily practices, swim meets, and program activities while providing direction and support to coaching staff. The Crazy Ducks program consists of approximately 150 swimmers and participates in six summer meets and the Greater Forsyth League Finals. The Head Swim Coach is responsible for maintaining a structured, positive, and engaging program that promotes swimmer development, skill progression, sportsmanship, teamwork, and a strong sense of community.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Serves as the primary point of contact for all aquatics programming, including the Crazy Ducks Swim Team, Duckling School, and swim lessons
- Oversee the daily operations, scheduling, and execution of swim team practices and competitions, ensuring organized and effective program delivery
- Develops and leads regular swim practices for approximately 150 swimmers, incorporating age-appropriate instruction, skill development, and conditioning
- Provides hands-on coaching and instruction to teach proper swimming techniques, build confidence, encourage individual improvement, and promote overall swimmer development
- Demonstrates flexibility in programming by planning and conducting dryland practices when inclement weather prevents pool activities
- Recruits, hires, trains, directs, and supervises one Assistant Manager and four to five Assistant Coaches
- Coordinates closely with parent volunteers to establish mutually agreed-upon program goals and support successful team operations
- Organizes and oversees the team participation in six summer swim meets and finals, including meet preparation, scheduling, team organization, and day-of-event logistics
- Prepare meet documentation, including heat sheets, with assistance from coaching staff
- Maintains consistent and effective communication among coaches, swimmers, parents, and parent volunteers regarding schedules, expectations, program updates, and team activities
- Promotes and upholds the philosophy and values of the Crazy Ducks Swim Team, fostering sportsmanship, teamwork, camaraderie, accountability, and a positive team environment
- Maintains accurate team records, swimmer information, performance results, and other applicable program documentation
- Participate in all required swim team planning and organizational meetings and activities, including the January 2027 Pre-Season Meeting, spring registration, Meet the Coaches Night, and other program-related meetings and events
- Performs other related duties as assigned to support the successful operation of the Club's aquatics programs
Minimum Qualifications & Experience (Education, YRS Experience, Certifications)
- Previous experience as a competitive swimmer
- Demonstrated experience as a swim instructor, with the ability to teach and develop swimmers of varying ages and skill levels
- Previous experience coaching or leading a swim team preferred
- Experience supervising, directing, or coordinating a team of coaches preferred
- Preferred but not required:
- Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications or the ability to obtain certification
- Lifeguard certification
- Certified Water Safety Instructor
- Red Cross Safety Training
- Certified Pool Operator
- Level 1 ASCA or USA SCE 101
Critical Skills (Soft Skills, Technical, Specific Knowledge)
- Demonstrates high energy, enthusiasm, and an approachable leadership style, maintaining a visible and hands-on presence on the pool deck
- Possesses strong knowledge of competitive swimming, including stroke mechanics, swimming techniques, drills, and swimmer development
- Demonstrates a thorough understanding of swim meet operations, including event preparation, heat sheets, scheduling, team organization, and meet-day logistics
- Exhibits effective leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills when working with swimmers, parents, parent volunteers, and staff
- Maintains strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple programs, manage varying schedules, and prioritize competing responsibilities
- Demonstrates the ability to remain composed, adaptable, and solution-oriented in a fast-paced environment and under pressure
- Ability to motivate and encourage swimmers of varying ages and skill levels while fostering teamwork, sportsmanship, confidence, and continuous improvement
- Ability to build positive working relationships with families, volunteers, and coaching staff while maintaining professionalism and accountability
- Ability to respond promptly to emergencies and assist with emergency procedures as necessary.
Schedule Requirements
- This is a short-term, seasonal position with an anticipated work period from May through August
- Requires a flexible schedule, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to accommodate swim team practices, swim meets, lessons, and other aquatics programming
Training
- Club orientation covering policies, procedures, culture, and employee expectations
- Department training on aquatics operations, facilities, equipment, and safety procedures
- Familiarization with swim team operations, registration, scheduling, meet coordination, and parent communication
- Training on emergency response, incident reporting, and applicable administrative procedures
- Ongoing guidance and support from Club leadership throughout the seasonal assignment
Travel Required
- Responsible for providing own transportation for league meetings, certification classes, swim meets and other needs to support the program
Physical Demands
- Ability to stand, walk, and remain active for extended periods while conducting practices, supervising swimmers, and overseeing pool deck activities
- Ability to lift and carry items up to 25lbs
- Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions, including exposure to heat, humidity, and direct sunlight
- Ability to bend, reach, lift, carry, and move equipment or supplies weighing up to 25 pounds
- Ability to demonstrate swimming techniques, exercises, and instructional activities as needed
- Ability to maintain visual and auditory awareness of swimmers and surrounding pool activities to ensure a safe environment
- Regular exposure to wet surfaces, pool chemicals, and varying temperatures associated with aquatic facilities
- Must be comfortable working in and around swimming pools and participating in water-based activities as required by the position
Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt Location 74342 Forsyth Country Club Position Head Swim Coach Shift Various Shifts Pay Scale Commensurate with experience and training; $12,000-$15,000/season; May-July. 50% commission on private swim instruction sessions. EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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