AEG
National Team Managing Director
AEG, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Job Summary (Mission)
The National Team Managing Director (NTMD) is responsible for directing all aspects of the National Team program to include high performance, athlete and coach services, funding, and operations and logistics for both pool and open water training and competitions. This role requires extensive coaching experience and success at the national and international levels; a vision of success for the future of USA Swimming's National Team; and a willingness and proven ability to build and foster relationships with internal stakeholders including athletes and coaches, as well as key external stakeholders including the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC), the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and others. The NTMD will serve as a senior executive, with responsibilities to build strategic plans commensurate with the overall mission of the USA Swimming organization.
USA Swimming is looking to identify an individual willing to serve in this role at a minimum through the LA 2028 Olympic Games, and optimally through the 2032 Brisbane Games, with a firm succession plan in place for the following quadrennial.
The National Team Managing Director will be expected to, at a minimum: Lead the U.S. National Team at pool and open water international competitions, with particular focus on yearly Operation Gold competitions including the Olympic Games, World Championships, and Pan Pacific Championships. Direct and oversee the creation of the annual High-Performance Plan together with the USOPC to ensure ultimate success at the highest levels of competition, most specifically in relation to gold medal achievement at the Olympic Games. Develop strong working relationships with National Team and National Junior Team athletes and coaches. Provide leadership, continuity, and oversight in collaboration with the USOPC in the development and implementation of all programs, services, and projects of the National Team Division to include, at a minimum, performance plans, nutrition, physiology, psychology, strength & conditioning, and data analytics. Compose, lead, and manage the coordination of all pool and open water team selections. Develop and oversee the budget for the National Team Division. Interface with high profile external organizations like the USOPC, NCAA, World Aquatics, various National Federations, and the International Olympic Committee, recognizing the importance of USA Swimming on the global stage. Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Athlete and Coach Development
Provide vision and leadership for the United States' top coaches and athletes, with particular focus on process and performance success in the pool and open water at the Olympic Games, World Championships and Pan Pacific Championships. Provide consistent oversight and philosophical direction for the National Team to ensure the continued growth of a winning National Team culture historically characterized by the highest levels of personal accountability, medal-winning performances, professionalism, team spirit and collaboration, and national pride. Direct and prioritize projects focused on assisting athletes and coaches in evaluating performance, developing new methods to obtain and provide feedback, and creating new tools to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of athlete training. Provide National Team services at the NCAA championships and other key in-season competitions to ensure strong alignment with athletes and coaches. In collaboration with the National Junior Team Director, provide general oversight and philosophical direction to the National Junior Team program with the goal of maintaining a strong athlete pathway to the National Team and fostering USA Swimming's National Team culture. In collaboration with the National Team Division and other relevant USA Swimming Divisions, develop and implement programs to identify and mentor less experienced coaches and those from diverse backgrounds with the goal of maintaining a strong coach pathway to National Team and National Junior Team success. Champion and support USA Swimming's anti-doping and education programs. Direct National Team staffing and services at USA Swimming developmental camps, to include National Junior Team Camps, National Select Camps, Zone Select Camps, etc. National Team Division Operation
Lead National Team Division, including all employees and staff, in all facets of performance, operations, budgeting, and interpersonal dynamics. Lead an integrated cross-functional team to source and utilize sport technology, competitive analytics, and athlete health and medicine. Work with the Chief Executive Officer and others to effectively lobby for the needs of the National Team program with domestic and international organizations. Collaborate with the National Steering Committee (and its Chair) and the Athletes' Advisory Council (and its Chair) on all aspects of the National Team program. Collaborate with appropriate governance committees including the Coach Advisory Council with respect to topics related to Club and National Team athletes and coaches. International Relations
Participate in USA Swimming's International Relations Committee meetings. Participate as a technical leader at the Pan Pacific Charter Nations meetings. Maintain strong relationships with World Aquatics and National Federations. Other Duties:
Travel to the following:
International competitions Training camps Critical meets within the U.S. with a National Team focus (including, but not limited to: all international team trials, U.S. Nationals, Pro Swim Series events, and other relevant competitions) Club visits
Other duties as assigned. Required Skills & Abilities:
Extensive domestic & international coaching success. Exceptional interpersonal skills with proven relationship-building talent. Exceptional leadership, supervisory, and strategic planning skills. Exceptional analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Ability to establish credibility with others and maintain strict levels of confidentiality. Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate. Ability to function effectively in a high-paced, changing environment. Ability to travel and work effectively from remote sites. Ability to maintain professionalism in appearance and conduct in all circumstances. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Education & Experience:
Minimum of fifteen (15) years as a swim coach, to include considerable head coaching experience. Experience working with elite-level athletes and coaches. Experience working in international sport. Experience working with the USOPC, NCAA, and World Aquatics, and knowledge of their respective structures. Physical Requirements:
Must be able to travel, both domestically and internationally. Must be able to lift up to ten (10) pounds. This position is located at the USA Swimming headquarters in Colorado Springs, CO. Important Note:
Applicants chosen to interview for this position will be required to present during the interview process: A two (2) quad strategic plan. Note: This is not required with the application and will be requested at a later date. A point of view on shaping National Team culture and staff structure. Consideration of how success can and should be measured. Salary & Benefits:
Salary range for this position is $300,00 - $400,000 annually. Bonus Eligibility: Discretionary based on individual and company performance Benefits available include:
Medical, dental, and vision Company paid short-term and long-term disability Company paid group term life and AD&D insurance Paid Parental leave Paid Family Medical Leave 401 (k) w/match after 1 year of service Profit sharing and safe harbor match after 2 years of service EAP PTO & Comp days 15+ paid holidays Relocation assistance
Application Deadline:
January 15, 2024
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
Job Questions: Are you willing to locate to the Colorado Springs area? Are you currently, or have you ever been, a member of USA Swimming?
The National Team Managing Director (NTMD) is responsible for directing all aspects of the National Team program to include high performance, athlete and coach services, funding, and operations and logistics for both pool and open water training and competitions. This role requires extensive coaching experience and success at the national and international levels; a vision of success for the future of USA Swimming's National Team; and a willingness and proven ability to build and foster relationships with internal stakeholders including athletes and coaches, as well as key external stakeholders including the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC), the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and others. The NTMD will serve as a senior executive, with responsibilities to build strategic plans commensurate with the overall mission of the USA Swimming organization.
USA Swimming is looking to identify an individual willing to serve in this role at a minimum through the LA 2028 Olympic Games, and optimally through the 2032 Brisbane Games, with a firm succession plan in place for the following quadrennial.
The National Team Managing Director will be expected to, at a minimum: Lead the U.S. National Team at pool and open water international competitions, with particular focus on yearly Operation Gold competitions including the Olympic Games, World Championships, and Pan Pacific Championships. Direct and oversee the creation of the annual High-Performance Plan together with the USOPC to ensure ultimate success at the highest levels of competition, most specifically in relation to gold medal achievement at the Olympic Games. Develop strong working relationships with National Team and National Junior Team athletes and coaches. Provide leadership, continuity, and oversight in collaboration with the USOPC in the development and implementation of all programs, services, and projects of the National Team Division to include, at a minimum, performance plans, nutrition, physiology, psychology, strength & conditioning, and data analytics. Compose, lead, and manage the coordination of all pool and open water team selections. Develop and oversee the budget for the National Team Division. Interface with high profile external organizations like the USOPC, NCAA, World Aquatics, various National Federations, and the International Olympic Committee, recognizing the importance of USA Swimming on the global stage. Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Athlete and Coach Development
Provide vision and leadership for the United States' top coaches and athletes, with particular focus on process and performance success in the pool and open water at the Olympic Games, World Championships and Pan Pacific Championships. Provide consistent oversight and philosophical direction for the National Team to ensure the continued growth of a winning National Team culture historically characterized by the highest levels of personal accountability, medal-winning performances, professionalism, team spirit and collaboration, and national pride. Direct and prioritize projects focused on assisting athletes and coaches in evaluating performance, developing new methods to obtain and provide feedback, and creating new tools to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of athlete training. Provide National Team services at the NCAA championships and other key in-season competitions to ensure strong alignment with athletes and coaches. In collaboration with the National Junior Team Director, provide general oversight and philosophical direction to the National Junior Team program with the goal of maintaining a strong athlete pathway to the National Team and fostering USA Swimming's National Team culture. In collaboration with the National Team Division and other relevant USA Swimming Divisions, develop and implement programs to identify and mentor less experienced coaches and those from diverse backgrounds with the goal of maintaining a strong coach pathway to National Team and National Junior Team success. Champion and support USA Swimming's anti-doping and education programs. Direct National Team staffing and services at USA Swimming developmental camps, to include National Junior Team Camps, National Select Camps, Zone Select Camps, etc. National Team Division Operation
Lead National Team Division, including all employees and staff, in all facets of performance, operations, budgeting, and interpersonal dynamics. Lead an integrated cross-functional team to source and utilize sport technology, competitive analytics, and athlete health and medicine. Work with the Chief Executive Officer and others to effectively lobby for the needs of the National Team program with domestic and international organizations. Collaborate with the National Steering Committee (and its Chair) and the Athletes' Advisory Council (and its Chair) on all aspects of the National Team program. Collaborate with appropriate governance committees including the Coach Advisory Council with respect to topics related to Club and National Team athletes and coaches. International Relations
Participate in USA Swimming's International Relations Committee meetings. Participate as a technical leader at the Pan Pacific Charter Nations meetings. Maintain strong relationships with World Aquatics and National Federations. Other Duties:
Travel to the following:
International competitions Training camps Critical meets within the U.S. with a National Team focus (including, but not limited to: all international team trials, U.S. Nationals, Pro Swim Series events, and other relevant competitions) Club visits
Other duties as assigned. Required Skills & Abilities:
Extensive domestic & international coaching success. Exceptional interpersonal skills with proven relationship-building talent. Exceptional leadership, supervisory, and strategic planning skills. Exceptional analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Ability to establish credibility with others and maintain strict levels of confidentiality. Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate. Ability to function effectively in a high-paced, changing environment. Ability to travel and work effectively from remote sites. Ability to maintain professionalism in appearance and conduct in all circumstances. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Education & Experience:
Minimum of fifteen (15) years as a swim coach, to include considerable head coaching experience. Experience working with elite-level athletes and coaches. Experience working in international sport. Experience working with the USOPC, NCAA, and World Aquatics, and knowledge of their respective structures. Physical Requirements:
Must be able to travel, both domestically and internationally. Must be able to lift up to ten (10) pounds. This position is located at the USA Swimming headquarters in Colorado Springs, CO. Important Note:
Applicants chosen to interview for this position will be required to present during the interview process: A two (2) quad strategic plan. Note: This is not required with the application and will be requested at a later date. A point of view on shaping National Team culture and staff structure. Consideration of how success can and should be measured. Salary & Benefits:
Salary range for this position is $300,00 - $400,000 annually. Bonus Eligibility: Discretionary based on individual and company performance Benefits available include:
Medical, dental, and vision Company paid short-term and long-term disability Company paid group term life and AD&D insurance Paid Parental leave Paid Family Medical Leave 401 (k) w/match after 1 year of service Profit sharing and safe harbor match after 2 years of service EAP PTO & Comp days 15+ paid holidays Relocation assistance
Application Deadline:
January 15, 2024
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
Job Questions: Are you willing to locate to the Colorado Springs area? Are you currently, or have you ever been, a member of USA Swimming?