Head Coach for Blazing Barracudas

Hathaway Brown School provides equal opportunity for employment, promotion, and compensation without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation or handicap. As members of the HB community, employees are expected to treat other members in a nondiscriminatory fashion.Position DetailsPosition: Head Coach for Blazing BarracudasLocation: Shaker Heights, OHJob Id: 228of Openings: 1Position Type: 12 month position; Stipend ExemptReports To: Director of Operations for Blazing Barracudas Swim ClubPosition SummaryThe Head Coach is responsible for leading all aspects of the Blazing Barracudas Swim Club, a year-round, co-ed USA Swimming program owned and operated by Hathaway Brown School. The program serves swimmers of varying ages and skill levels across multiple sites, including Hathaway Brown, Twinsburg Fitness Center, Mayfield High School, and Cleveland State University.This role provides leadership in a high-energy, competitive, and developmentally focused environment. The Head Coach is responsible for fostering a culture of excellence, consistency, and inclusion, while supporting the growth of student-athletes both in and out of the water.This is a year-round position with a non-traditional schedule aligned to the club's seasonal rhythms. Typical short-course season hours include weekday afternoons and evenings, Saturday mornings, and meet coverage as required. Additional administrative responsibilities are completed during designated office hours. Long-course season scheduling varies based on site availability and program needs.Primary ResponsibilitiesLead and uphold the mission, philosophy, and vision of the Blazing Barracudas Swim ClubDesign and implement a cohesive training model that supports athlete development from beginner through advanced levelsDevelop, communicate, and enforce team policies, training structures, and competition expectationsSupervise, mentor, and evaluate coaching staff in collaboration with aquatics leadershipCoordinate programming across all sites to ensure consistency in instruction and athlete experienceOversee meet planning, entries, and on-deck coaching responsibilitiesManage roster development, attendance tracking, and athlete performance monitoringLead communication with families and support parent engagementEnsure full compliance with USA Swimming, Safe Sport, MAAPP, and all governing body requirementsModel professionalism, integrity, and positive leadership for athletes and staffCollaborate with school and club leadership to support long-term program growth and alignmentQualificationsDemonstrated experience coaching competitive swimming across multiple age groups and ability levelsStrong knowledge of training methodologies, athlete development, and competitive swim structuresExperience managing or leading a team of coaches preferredPrior experience as a competitive swimmer at the club or collegiate level preferredAbility to build a positive, disciplined, and developmentally appropriate team cultureExcellent communication and relationship-building skillsStrong organizational skills and attention to detailCommitment to working within a mission-driven, independent school environmentCertifications & RequirementsCurrent USA Swimming coaching certifications (or ability to obtain)CPR/AED and First Aid certificationCompletion of all required USA Swimming safety, Safe Sport, and compliance trainingBackground check and adherence to all governing body regulationsProfessional ExpectationsDemonstrates and actively supports the mission and values of Hathaway Brown SchoolBuilds strong, inclusive relationships with students, families, and colleaguesCollaborates effectively across coaching staff, aquatics leadership, and school administrationRepresents the program and school with professionalism and integrityJ-18808-Ljbffr