Position: Head Swim Coach at Pendleton High School for the 2026-27 School Year.

This position will be open until filled.

Some key elements of the job description for a Swim Head Coach are:

• High ethical and professional standards.
• Must have knowledge of a variety of  techniques and strategies to teach and introduce swimming.
• Must have knowledge of team dynamics at the high school level.
• Must have a plan to create a productive relationship with youth sports organization.
• Establish a relationship with the community support groups.
• Be an appropriate role model for high school-student athletics.
• Must have the ability to work in a cooperative and harmonious manner to be part of a school-wide athletic program.
• Develop and implement an off-season conditioning program.
• Must be creative and involved in fundraising programs.

All new hired coaches will need to complete the following prior to employment: NFHS Certification, First Aid Card (CPR and AED trained), District Fingerprinting/ Criminal Check, Completion of OSAA Concussion Test, Completion of OSAA Steroid Test, NFHS Guide to Heat Acclimatiozation and Heat Illness Prevention Course, Completion of School District and OSAA paperwork. 

 Pendleton School District 16R affirms the right of all individuals to equal opportunity to education and employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, handicap, or any other extraneous consideration not directly and substantively related to effective performance. This policy implements all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations and executive orders. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Related inquiries and additional requests may be directed to Brad Bixler, Affirmative Action Officer, 107 NW 10th, Pendleton, OR 97801. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Relay at 1-800-735-2900.