COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, November 30. USA Swimming has posted its opening to replace Mark Schubert as its National Team Director. Here is the posting for those that might be interested in applying:
USA SWIMMING NATIONAL TEAM DIRECTOR
USA Swimming is seeking to hire a National Team Director to provide leadership to the organization's National Team program with the goal of maintaining USA Swimming's position as the #1 ranked national swim team in the world.
The selected individual must be widely acknowledged as an accomplished professional, with a proven track record of high-level achievements in competitive international swimming. In addition to having extensive experience, technical knowledge and performance results, the selected individual must possess these personal qualities:
* Service-oriented and relationship-building philosophy.
* Team player.
* Strong moral character and unquestioned integrity.
* Positive attitude and proven ability to work collaboratively with athletes, coaches, staff, officials, event organizers, sponsors, volunteers, etc.
* Communication skills that are positive and effective in both inter-personal relationships, in meetings and in making presentations, etc.
* Appreciation and aptitude for administrative, program planning, budgeting, personnel management and other "dry-side" responsibilities.
TO APPLY: Individuals interested in being considered for this position should send a letter of interest and resume via confidential email to Kathy Parker, Executive Coordinator, USA Swimming: kparker@usaswimming.org. USA Swimming will not release the names of any candidates.
JOB DESCRIPTION
REPORTS TO: Executive Director
WORKS CLOSELY WITH: National Steering Committee
DIRECTLY SUPERVISES: National Team Managing Director, National Youth Team Head Coach, Open Water Head Coach (TBD), Performance Support Manager
ROLES & DUTIES:
Athlete & Coach Development
o Provide vision and leadership for America's top coaches and elite athletes, with the focus on performance success at the Olympic Games.
o Provide consistent leadership that ensures the perpetuation and continued growth of a National Team "culture" that has been historically characterized by the highest levels of personal accountability; medal-winning performance results; team spirit; and national pride.
o Develop and implement programs to help identify and mentor younger and less experienced coaches.
o Provide general oversight and philosophical direction to the National Youth Team program with the goal of maintaining a strong athlete pipeline for the National Team and fostering the "culture" that characterizes the National Team program.
o Assume a strong leadership and communication role with Athletes Executive Committee. Ensure that athlete concerns and opportunities are recognized and advocate as appropriate.
o Assume a strong and vocal leadership role in support of USA Swimming's doping control and education programs.
o Address disciplinary action in a firm and consistent manner.
High Performance Plan
o Direct the development and implementation of the National Team quadrennial High Performance Plan for both pool and open water swimming.
o Oversee the development and implementation of the National Team budget, working with other staff and volunteers as appropriate.
o Oversee logistical planning and provide team leadership for each year's most important international competition.
o Propose, secure necessary approvals and oversee the implementation of all selection procedures for athletes, coaches and support staff for all international competitions.
o Provide reports to USA Swimming, U.S. Olympic Committee and others as required.
International Relations
o Accompany the President and Executive Director in all meetings involving the Pan Pacific Charter Nations.
o Attend all meetings of the International Relations Committee and participate in USA Swimming's I.R. strategic planning and initiatives.
General
o Work collaboratively and communicate regularly with the National Steering Committee on all appropriate aspects of the National Team program.
o Work collaboratively with other Division Directors as a member of the senior staff team to creatively develop and achieve USA Swimming's strategic plan and key objectives.
o Participate in senior staff meetings and lead the National Team's efforts in the annual budget development process.
o Work in collaboration with Executive Director and others to effectively represent and lobby for the needs of the National Team program with domestic and international organizations.
o Perform duties, serve on task groups and take on special assignments as requested by the Executive Director.
Personnel Management
o Oversee, manage and mentor the National Team staff.
o Ensure personal and National Team staff compliance with all organizational policies.
LOCATION: The National Team Director will be required to live in Colorado Springs and will be based at the USA Swimming national headquarters.