Assistant Swim Team Coach
About The Position
The Assistant Swim Team Coach works under the supervision of the Head Swim Coach and assists with swim team practices and meets as needed. The coach provides consistent workouts for swimmers of different ability levels, writes and implements practices as instructed by the Head Coach, and maintains a professional manner consistent with the YMCA’s mission and goals. The role involves building relationships with members by listening to their goals and interests and helping them work toward those goals. Nights and Sundays are required; work is primarily in the evenings and on weekends, with some early-morning practices or meets. Travel to meets and potentially to practice sites is necessary. Training is completed on site, and no prior experience is necessary.
Requirements
- At least 18 years of age.
- Active lifeguard certification, such as YMCA or Red Cross certification.
- Required training and certifications include Child Abuse Prevention (within the first four weeks of employment), Respect in the Workplace (Sexual Harassment Prevention), CPR, First Aid, O2, YMCA Principles of Competitive Swimming & Diving, USA Swimming Certification as required by location, and Safety Training for Coaches or YMCA Lifeguarding.
- Physically and verbally able to interact with members and staff.
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
Nice To Haves
- Competitive swimming or coaching experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide quality and consistency in assigned workouts across all ability levels.
- Attend swim meets and practices as needed.
- Write and implement workouts for each practice as instructed by the Head Coach.
- Maintain a professional image and manner consistent with the YMCA mission and goals.
- Listen actively to members, build relationships, understand their goals and interests, and take initiative to help them achieve those goals.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free YMCA membership for the employee.
- Discounts on specialty programs such as personal training and swimming lessons.
- Discounted or free family membership.
- Retirement plan of up to 10%, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Health, dental, and vision benefit package.
- Vacation and sick time; part-time employees receive sick time.
- Leadership development in a caring, challenging, and diverse working environment.
- Opportunities to learn new skills and explore different functions.
- YMCA career training programs.
- A healthy work/life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
