Head Coach - Boys Swimming

Position Type:

Athletics/Activities/Swim-Boys, Head Coach High School

Date Posted:

8/27/2025

Location:

High Schools

Closing Date:

Open until filledOur People = Our Strength

Snohomish School District is looking for skilled and dedicated professionals that are committed to our students and community. People with different backgrounds, different experiences and different ways of accomplishing things add to our strength and diversity. Successful candidates will be committed to a continuing program of personal and professional growth and the ability to work effectively with people with dynamic backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Job Summary: The head coach is responsible for implementing a given sports program. Individuals occupying coaching positions are responsible for developing fundamental skills and an understanding of the rules of the sport in participants, modeling and fostering cooperation, sportsmanship and ethical behavior. Coaches determine the system of play to be used and develop and implement best strategies and methods to carry out the system. They are responsible for maintaining a safe environment for participants, ensuring their eligibility and monitoring their behavior. Coaches issue and inventory equipment, maintain financial and other related records, and perform other related duties as assigned. Specific responsibilities for this position are as described on the attached job description.

Special Duties: This is a combined team between Glacier Peak and Snohomish High Schools.

Season: Fall 2025

Salary: $6,349 - 7,563 per the 2024-25 Salary Schedule. (Anticipated increase for 2025-26 school year.) Hourly rate/stipend amount is dependent on experience.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Minimum Age: 21 year or older.

Education: High School diploma required; a Washington state teacher certification is preferred.

Professional Experience: Previous successful coaching experience in the sport preferred, as well as familiarity with technical aspects of the sport.

First Aid & CPR Certification: Must hold current certifications. Can be provided at time of hire.

HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis B Training: Required. Provided at time of hire.

Skills and Abilities:

Policy Knowledge: Thorough understanding of Snohomish School District's athletic policies.

Communication Skills: Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with diverse groups, including students, parents, and staff.

Leadership and Organization: Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain a structured and productive environment.

Problem Solving and Flexibility: Ability to adapt to changes, resolve issues effectively, and remain composed under pressure.

Application Procedure:

This position is open to all individuals, including current employees. However, in no event will the addition of this position to a currently held position result in overtime pay. Employment in the above position is for the stated school year only and does not continue past that school year. The District makes a separate determination each school year who to employ in each extra-curricular position.

Apply at Only applications submitted through Snohomish School District's application system, Frontline, will be accepted. Complete all steps in the application process so that we may fully consider you. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly. A complete application must include references (confidential forms will be automatically emailed to your professional/supervisor references). You may also submit other supporting information of your choosing. Upload your attachments (resume, cover letter, etc.) as a PDF. PDFs maintain their appearance regardless of computer or software opening the document.

New applicants, substitutes, temporary staff, and those on a non-continuing should login as an "External Applicant."

Only transfer applicants within the same bargaining group should login to the application system as an "Transfer Applicant". Transfer applicants must complete the application pages and upload a current resume and letter of interest.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers/professional references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Snohomish School Board.

Selection Procedure:

Unless indicated, the position will remain open until filled.

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The Snohomish School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination, and all are located at 1601 Avenue D, Snohomish, WA 98290: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator - Darryl Pernat,, ; ADA Coordinator - Shantel Strandt,, ; Section 504 Coordinator - Wendy McCulloch,, ; and Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Coordinator - Jennifer Harlan,, .

Attachment(s):

Extra-Curricular Athletic, Athletic Head Coach Nov2024.docx