Head Swim Team Coach

Job Description

Job Description

Description : OUR CULTURE :

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming : we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine : we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful : we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing : we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined : above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you .

POSITION SUMMARY :

Provide direct leadership, instruction and motivation for swim team participants, attend all swim meets / team functions, promote the swim team program within association guidelines, and maintain a safe environment. Develops, organizes, and implements high quality program. Understands and employs a philosophy that the team purpose is to develop swimmers skills, teach good sportsmanship, and demonstrate a high level of integrity in a caring and nurturing environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Create thorough, age-appropriate workouts focusing on technique, endurance, stroke development, drills and within the YMCA guidelines or as directed by the Aquatic Director
• Lead structured practices during assigned times as allocated by the Aquatic Director
• Record all work-outs and track daily attendance as outlined by the Aquatic Director and in compliance with best practices as outlined in YMCA and national certifications
• Manage all administration of the team as assigned including swim meet arrangements, entry assignments, and registrations
• Maintain open communication with parents and promote an environment that focuses on the development of the swimmer and cultivates relationships that create a collaborative swim team environment within YMCA philosophy, rules, guidelines, and policies
• Coordinate and run swim team competitions, meet registrations, and record maintenance
• Attend all swim team events, parent meetings, and special events
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for swim team participants;
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with swimmers and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, best practices, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Trains and oversees assistant coaches, and volunteers as assigned.
• Assists in all areas as assigned and completes assignments as directed by supervisor.

Requirements : QUALIFICATIONS :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES :

ACCOUNTABILITY :

Accountable for completion of assigned goals as measured by the number of people served and service satisfaction scores.

BACKGROUND CHECKS :

An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position. They may include criminal background and reference checks, E-Verify, drug test, driver’s license record, and / or a Child Protective Services Check (CPS). Additional driver’s license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol, and / or drug testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and / or maintain the requirements of this position.