Swim Coach

T3i Inc.•Pensacola, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

T3i is seeking a full-time Swim Coach to support the USN Aviation Rescue Swimmer Preparatory Course (ARSPC). The ARSPC prepares candidates to meet and exceed the Physical Screening Test (PST) and High-Risk Training (HRT) entry standards for the Aviation Rescue Swimmers School (ARSS). The Swim Coach will be part of a team of Human Performance (HP) and career field Subject Matter Experts (SME) responsible for preparing candidates for the physical and mental demands of an arduous training pipeline. Daily activities may include demonstrating proper swim mechanics, programming, fitness assessments, one-on-one or group coaching, and teaching swim principles/academics in a classroom setting. The Swim Coach will collaborate with other SMEs, including Strength and Conditioning, Run and Swim Coaches, and former Navy and Coast Guard Rescue Swimmers. The role involves daily interaction with military ARSPC and ARSS cadre and their senior leadership, requiring the highest standards of conduct and appropriate relationships with candidates, customers, and teammates.

Requirements

US citizenship
No felony convictions
B.S. or B.A. degree in Health and Exercise Science, Kinesiology, and/or experience as a USN, USCG Rescue Swimmer
Certified Lifeguard, CPR, AED, and First Aid
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficient with computers, e-mail, voicemail, and mobile messaging
Proficient with MS Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background check

Nice To Haves

Certified American Swimming Coach (ASCA) Level 1
Experience developing and conducting athletic programs at high school or above levels
Experience coaching athletes at the club, collegiate, Olympic or professional level
Highly successful athlete at the club, collegiate, Olympic or professional level
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Experience with Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling System (NOFFS)

Responsibilities

Demonstrated knowledge and application of sound training skills, relevant to fitness and athletics
Develop, implement, and teach foundational swimming principal fitness skills to students with varying ability levels
Build rapport with candidates and motivate them to achieve higher levels of performance
Strong communication (written and oral), leadership and organizational skills
Effectively teach various blocks of instruction related to health, fitness and physical performance
Be prepared to take and pass a fitness test consisting of Pull-ups, Sit-ups, Push-ups, 1.5-mile run, 500-meter swim in accordance with customer expectations
Maintain a high degree of personal fitness and lead by example
Be able to demonstrate all physical exercises and events required of the students
Employ relevant technologies to support the training program and improve students’ performance
Evaluate and provide written professional assessments on emerging technologies
Study, follow and apply designated USN training and safety directives and guidelines
Effectively work with frequent changes, interruptions and varying environmental conditions