SWIM COACH - Milwaukee Recreation - AQUATICS DEPARTMENT

Job Summary

PROGRAM AREA : Aquatics

JOB TITLE : Swim Coach

EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Part-time seasonal

STARTING HOURLY RATE : $16.00 - $17.00

HOURS PER WEEK : 5-20

JOB SUMMARY :

Swim Coaches are responsible for providing a safe and friendly competitive swim experience for age-group swimmers of novice advanced ability levels. Coaches should maintain a positive and responsible demeanor at all times, and challenge swimmers to reach new goals in the water. The coach will promote a sense of teamwork to youth and triumph in effort applied to competition during both wins and losses.

POSITION SUMMARY :

• Teach stroke technique for all 4 individual events of swimming.
• Use student-appropriate language to accommodate a wide array of ages, backgrounds and ability levels.
• Ability to communicate professionally with parents and co-workers.
• Assign reasonable workouts to your swimmers that align with ability levels and promote teamwork.
• Share patron concerns and needs with supervisor or building staff when necessary.
• Maintain a professional appearance by always being in uniform and keeping the facility clean and organized.
• Enforce all pool rules in a consistent and fair manner.
• Be punctual. Alert building staff if you anticipate being tardy.
• Report for all assigned shifts and be proactive in finding replacements when needed.
• Be an authority figure at your facility and work to create a safe and fun environment for others.
• Be prepared for each practice and swim meet you run during a scheduled session.
• Make an effort to get to know your swimmers and build relationships.

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

WORKING ENVIRONMENT :

Contributes as a team member to a recreational atmosphere which is friendly, cooperative, efficient and professional.