Ridgefield Aquatic Club (RAC) Seeks Full-Time Assistant Coach

Ridgefield Aquatic Club (RAC), based in Connecticut, USA, is seeking an experienced full-time assistant coach to join its professional coaching staff. RAC is a private, nonprofit, coach-led and parent-supported year-round USA Swimming club serving swimmers from pre-competitive development through national-level training, competing within Connecticut Swimming. The position offers an annual base salary of $49,000–$55,000, based on experience. Additional benefits include a performance bonus of up to $5,000, a $5,250 annual health-insurance stipend, $1,200 phone allowance, $1,000 retirement contribution, and 14 paid vacation days. Required qualifications include prior competitive swim coaching experience, USA Swimming coach membership in good standing, strong communication skills, and availability for evenings, weekends, championship meets, and occasional travel. Preferred qualifications include experience leading age-group or senior training groups, USA Swimming University education, ASCA coursework, and a degree in coaching, education, kinesiology, or sport management. Key responsibilities include leading assigned competitive squads, developing seasonal and daily training plans, creating a positive training environment, tracking athlete progress, and supporting meet operations. RAC is an equal opportunity employer. Interested candidates should email a résumé and cover letter to Head Coach/CEO Emmanuel Lanzo. Start date to be mutually agreed upon.