Master Swim Coach
The Masters swimming coach is responsible for running the daily operations of the Masters swim program and will report directly to the Recreation Coordinator, Aquatics. The position requires that the Masters coach coordinate and supervise assistant coaches, daily workouts, team travel to swim meets and open water events, along with other activities and functions. The Masters coach will drive Aquatics Program growth and strive to retain existing members.
Employment Type: Seasonal
Pay Rate: $35.00/hour
Employment Type: Seasonal
Submit the following items:
- Resume ( 3 pages Max)
- Cover letter
- Application Online
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Includes the following but no limited to:
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- Assist Coordinator with registering swimmers with USMS
- Assist Coordinator with hiring and supervision of assistant coaches
- Attend scheduled meetings with aquatic facility staff
- Assist Coordinator with making travel arrangements for the program
- Serve as contact for USMS and attend Pacific LMSC meetings as necessary
- Assist Coordinator with maintaining up to date information on “Club Finder”, the usms.org website
- Assist Coordinator in hosting USMS sanctioned swim meets and open water and fitness events
- Host swim clinics and other educational opportunities for members
- Assist Coordinator to identify, recruit, and develop sponsorships
- Involve the Masters program in community service opportunities such as the USMS sponsored Adult learn-to-swim initiative
- Organize a support team consisting of members and volunteers
- Set goals for the program
- Assist Coordinator in creating a developmental youth and adult swimming program
- Develop a seasonal plan
- Help each swimmer set individual goals
- Write workouts in collaboration with the Coordinator and other coaching staff
- Coach workouts
- Post workouts on site
- Assist Coordinator with scheduling assistant coaches
- Offer stroke development clinics with video filming options
- Travel to events
- Attend continuing education offerings for swimming coaches
- Respond to member comments, questions, and requests in a timely fashion
- Work with Supervisor as needed on program planning, budgeting, event planning, marketing, and communications
- Provide weekly updates to staff
- Set-up and put away all equipment as needed for training sessions
- Other related duties as assigned
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SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Coach supervises the assistant coaches and participants.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Must be at least 21 years of age
Professional swim coaching experience with Masters, high school, club, or college. (Minimum three (3) years)
Personal competitive or fitness swimming experience.
Extensive knowledge of swimming techniques and training methods
High School Diploma or equivalent
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
USMS Coach Certification Level I required (within six (6) months of hire).
American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification including First Aid/CPR/AED (within 90 days of hire).
Fingerprint and TB clearance are a condition of employment and must be obtained prior to start date. Mandatory Trainings must be completed within 10 days of hire.
Conditions of Employment
Upon offer of a position, LGS Recreation staff must obtain fingerprint and TB clearances. Any mandatory trainings required for the position must be completed within 10 days of employment.
This is a short-term, seasonal assignment.
Computer Skills
Basic computer skills.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is primarily performed in a swimming pool environment, where stamina is needed to stay in the pool for prolonged periods and to perform moderate to heavy lifting of pool equipment or children and adults who may require removal from the pool. Must possess the mobility to stand, stoop, kneel, reach, bend, climb, push and pull equipment, and swim. Vison and hearing must be sufficient to see and hear adults and children in crowded and noisy conditions. Must possess the ability to swim distances and dive to pool depths, as determined by testing/certification authorities, and to lift 150 pounds or heavier weights with assistance.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to swim; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works outdoors in a pool environment with wet and slippery conditions. Exposure to variable weather conditions; may be exposed to chlorine, acids, and other chemicals at Aquatics facility.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of this position. The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek assistance as required. Incumbents within this position may be required to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals in order to ensure access to the organization’s services (may include: visitors, employees and other community members).