Volunteer Job Descriptions
Clerk of Course - Lines the swimmers up on benches prior to their races in a designated area of the pool so that they are ready for their events. Make sure swimmers are at the starting blocks at the appropriate time for their races.
Stroke/Turn Judge - Works with other teams stroke/turn judges at each meet to insure that stroke protocols are being followed by swimmers. Requires some training. Here is the link to the YouTube training videos. It takes about 40 minutes to complete all 7 short videos.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=78wXpbCuP2s&list=P...
Click here for a quick reference guide
Head Timer - Ensures all timers are ready. Signals to Event Starter that everyone is ready.
Runner - Takes race results information from timers to scorers table. Also obtains any disqualification forms from Stroke Judges and discreetly gives to scorer. Distributes Heat Winner ribbons.
Computer Operator - Enters swimmers times into software program and prints the ribbons. Requires some training.
Timer - Use a stop watch in assigned lanes to determine the finish times in the races.
Concession Committee - Assists the concession chair by maintaining the concession area during the meets.
