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Announcer/Starter - Announces the upcoming events so that the clerk of the course and ready bench helpers can place the swimmers in the correct lanes. Communication with the ready bench area and clerk of the course is a must so that the announcer knows which events to call. Starts each heat with a starting device such as a horn, whistle, or starting system. First, make sure the timers are ready. Second, call the next heat to get on the blocks. Third, announce which event is beginning. Fourth, start the race. FOR EXAMPLE: “This is the 6 & under 25-yard backstroke. Timers ready? (Check to see that all timers' hands are raised.) Swimmers take your mark (pause until all are still), start (blow horn, whistle, etc.)” If there is a false start, where a swimmer has left the block before you have sounded the device, sound the device at a constant pace until everyone stops. Call them back to the blocks and begin the heat again. Also announces sponsor shout-outs live during home meets. Must attend training clinic to volunteer for this position.

Computer Assistant – Helps collect the timecards from the runners (when not doing other duties) and delivers them to the computer operator for input. Also posts the scores (hang up the results) and generally assist the computer operator. Additional training is provided and required for this position.

Head Clerk of the Course - This is the person that runs the Ready Bench/Clerk of Course and helps to place swimmers in the correct heat. This person will be notified of all scratches prior to the start of the swim meet.

Head Meet Official - These volunteers must have completed a clinic and have a badge. The HMO runs home meets and resolves all disputes. Prior to the meet, the HMO runs the briefings for timers and stroke-and-turn officials. He/she assigns officials to watch for early take-offs during relays. During the meet, the HMO reviews all DQ slips, signs, approves and submits them to the computer operators. In the case of a false start, the starter and HMO determine when to re-run a heat and inform computer operators. The HMO knows the weather policy and has the authority to suspend or stop a meet due to weather conditions. Additional training is needed for this position.

Social Media Coordinator: supports the team and board by managing content (pictures, team information, sponsor online shout-outs, etc) distribution on the swim team Facebook and Instagram accounts.

Special Events Coordinator: assist in the planning and execution of team building exercises, promo nights, team banquet, and home meet concessions.

Volunteer Coordinator: assist the board in managing the day-to-day needs of volunteer communication, execution, and logistics.