Aquatics Assistant Head Coach at ACAC Charlottesville – Crozet, Virginia

Aquatics Assistant Head Coach

Reports to: Head Coach

Locations: Crozet Park, Albemarle Square, Adventure Central

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

The acac USA Swim Team is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and relationship-driven Assistant Head Coach to support the continued growth and success of our program. This role works directly alongside Head Coach and plays a key part in daily coaching operations, athlete development, program leadership, and administrative management, with a strong emphasis on building a foundation for long-term success across the team.

We are looking for a coach who is passionate about developing athletes, teaching skills the right way, staying organized, and helping lead a high-functioning, team-centered program.

The acac USA Swim Team is a year-round competitive swim program serving athletes from introductory levels through national-level competition. We believe in a “One Team, One Family” environment that prioritizes both performance and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

Coaching & Athlete Development

• Lead and assist with training groups, with a primary focus on developmental and age group athletes
• Design and implement practices that emphasize technique, skill progression, and training habits
• Provide consistent technical instruction, feedback, and race preparation
• Help guide athletes through long-term progression within the program
• Identify and support athletes transitioning to higher levels of training

Program Leadership

• Work closely with the Head Coach to implement training structure and program direction
• Take ownership of assigned training groups and their development
• Assist in mentoring and supporting assistant coaches
• Maintain consistency in coaching standards, expectations, and messaging across groups

Administrative & Operational Leadership

• Assist with meet entries, deadlines, and roster management
• Help coordinate practice schedules, group placements, and attendance tracking
• Support team communications (emails, updates, reminders to families)
• Assist in organizing team events, meets, and program logistics
• Help manage and maintain team systems (TeamUnify/SportsEngine or similar platforms)
• Ensure organizational consistency across groups and help streamline day-to-day operations
• Take initiative in identifying ways to improve efficiency within the program

Culture & Communication

• Build strong, positive relationships with swimmers and families
• Foster an environment centered on effort, accountability, and team culture
• Communicate clearly and professionally with athletes, parents, and staff
• Uphold and model the values of the acac USA Swim Team

Summer Swim Team Leadership

• Lead and support the acac Summer Swim Team (Jefferson Swim League) during the summer months
• Assist with planning and running practices, meets, and daily team operations
• Provide consistent coaching, athlete development, and team leadership across all levels
• Support alignment between the summer swim team and the year-round USA Swimming program

Qualifications & Physical Demands

• Previous coaching experience with competitive swimmers
• Minimum ASCA Level 2(ASCA Level 3 Preferred)
• Strong understanding of stroke technique, skill development, and training progression
• Experience working with age group swimmers is highly valued
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
• Ability to lead groups independently while collaborating within a coaching staff
• Current USA Swimming certifications (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Passion for developing athletes and teaching fundamentals
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Proactive and dependable with a strong sense of ownership
• Positive energy and presence on deck
• Team-first mindset with a desire to grow within a program
• Must be able to swim in both deep and shallow water
• Must be able to work in an often warm and humid environment with heightened noise
• Must be able to work in both warm water and cool water pools
• Must be able to swim confidently with other participants in the pool

Schedule & Commitment

• Includes weekday practices (afternoon/evening and some mornings as needed)
• Regular weekend meet attendance and travel required
• Year-round position aligned with USA Swimming seasons
• Locations vary during the year and must be able to work at Crozet Park, Adventure Central and Albemarle Square locations

Company Expectations

• Read, sign, and abide by the policies included in the Team Member Handbook.
• Park in team member-designated areas.
• Club cleanliness is an all-team responsibility; assist whenever necessary in any area of the club to keep the club neat and clean.
• Assist with Service Days.
• Assist with acac programs, special events, or activities outside your department
• Promptly return messages.
• Exhibit a positive attitude at all times.
• Deliver five-star service to members and guests with friendliness, direct eye contact, and a pleasant demeanor at all times

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

acac is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Join a growing, high-energy program with strong leadership and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on athlete development and program structure. Apply now!