Graduate Assistant Swim Coach Jobs in Romeoville, IL

SEASONAL ASSISTANT SWIM COACH                                                                                            POSTED 02/19/2026

Position Job Type: Seasonal - This position is for the summer season, running from Memorial Day through mid/late July. Training starts in mid-May.

Location: Paradise Bay Water Park
 Starting Payrate: $16-18/hour
The Lombard Park District is looking for an Assistant Coach for the Lombard Waves Swim and Dive Team! The Lombard Waves is part of the DuPage Swim and Dive Conference (DSDC) and caters to swimmers 18 years of age and below. This opportunity is ideal for a motivated leader eager to make an impact, guiding swimmers' technical development, inspiring performance, and helping drive continued growth and advancement in our conference. Looking for an Assistant Coach who is self-motivated, engaging, versatile, patient, confident, knowledgeable, punctual, and organized. The Assistant Coach will report to the Head Swim Coach and will serve as a mentor and will assist with both practices and meets. Cultivates a positive, fun atmosphere that encourages every swimmer and builds strong team camaraderie.
Job Summary:
The Lombard Park District is looking for an Assistant Coach for the Lombard Waves Swim and Dive Team! The Lombard Waves is part of the DuPage Swim and Dive Conference (DSDC) and caters to swimmers 18 years of age and below. The Assistant Swim Coach works with the Head Swim Coach to guide swimmers' technical development, improve performance, drive continued growth and advance in our conference. A successful Assistant Coach is a team player, engaging, patient, confident, knowledgeable, and organized. The Assistant Coach will be working alongside other Assistant Coaches and will report to the Head Coach. The Lombard Waves strives to cultivate a positive and fun atmosphere that encourages every swimmer and builds strong team camaraderie.

Hours:
The Assistant Swim Coach is expected to be at all practices. 

• 13-18 year old swimmers practice from 6-7:30am,
• 9-12 year old swimmers practice from 7:30-8:30am,
• 8 and under swimmers practice from 8:40-9:30am. 

The Assistant Swim Coach is expected to be at all swim meets. Swim Meets are on Wednesday evenings starting around 4:00pm and Saturday mornings starting around 6:00am. 

Staff may have to work on Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day. 

Hours subject to change due to programming, inclement weather, and other factors.

Qualifications and Training Expectations:

• Candidates must be 16 years or older to apply.
• Competitive swimming experience is required with previous leadership and/or coaching experience highly desired.
• Required to obtain and maintain CPR/AED/First Aid certification, Mandated Reporter Training, Sexual Harassment & Abuse Prevention Training as well as safety training as required.
• Demonstrates ability to create and maintain a consistent developmental plan, teaching proper swim stroke technique and effectively coaching swimmers with varying abilities, ranging from beginner to advanced.
• Exhibits leadership and supervisory experience in leading a staff of assistant coaches.
• Strong organizational and planning skills for practices and meet management.
• Ability to lift 20 lbs. and upwards with mechanical or manual assistance for lifting over 20 lbs.
• Adequate hearing to distinguish between various speech and equipment function, respond to alarms, follow directions, etc.
• Possess effective problem-solving skills to respond quickly, calmly and effectively under pressure or in difficult or emergency situations.
• Capacity to manage difficult or emotional customer situations, respond to requests for service and assistance, and provide quality customer service.
• Dependable and flexible with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Majority of work is outside in variable weather conditions including high heat and humidity, cool, overcast, or windy conditions.
  
  
  

Benefits for this position include:

• Individual Annual Membership for the Madison Meadow Athletic Center (MMAC) and Paradise Bay Water Park while actively working.
• Five (5) visits to the Lombard Golf Course initially and ten (10) visits after two years of service with the Park District.
• 25% Discount off the resident rate for one facility rental (Limit One per year)
• Opportunity for Safety Awards.
• Competitive wages and paid training with potential to learn new skills and develop/expand current skills.
• Letter of Recommendation for college, internships, or other career opportunities.