What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Coach - Swimming - St. Petersburg Catholic H.S. position at The Catholic Diocese of St. Petersburg?
St. Petersburg Catholic High School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and experienced Head Swimming Coach to lead our student-athletes and continue building a competitive and faith-centered swimming program. The ideal candidate will be passionate about developing young people both in and out of the pool, fostering a culture of excellence, sportsmanship, and personal growth.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee all aspects of the high school swimming program.
- Plan, organize, and conduct daily practices, meet preparation, and competition strategies.
- Teach and develop fundamental and advanced swimming techniques, race strategies, and conditioning.
- Foster a positive, disciplined, and Christ-centered team culture.
- Mentor student-athletes in their athletic, academic, personal, and spiritual development.
- Coordinate team schedules, meet entries, travel arrangements, and program logistics.
- Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents, administration, and athletic department staff.
- Ensure compliance with all school, diocesan, Florida High School Athletic Association, and league rules and regulations.
- Promote the swimming program within the school and local community.
- Assist with program growth, including offseason development and middle school outreach.
Qualifications
- Previous coaching experience in competitive swimming at the high school, club, or collegiate level preferred.
- Strong knowledge of swimming technique, training methods, and race strategy.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and motivate student-athletes.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education.
- Ability to successfully complete all diocesan and school employment requirements, including background screening and Safe Environment training.
Preferred Characteristics
- Passion for building relationships and developing student-athletes.
- Strong commitment to sportsmanship, teamwork, and character development.
- Ability to create a competitive and positive team environment.