Swim Team Coach-Certified

YMCA of South Florida; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in England is seeking a dedicated Swim Coach to supervise and coach a competitive swimming program. Responsibilities include teaching swimming techniques, planning workouts, and ensuring participant safety at aquatic events. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and relevant swim coaching certifications. Flexible hours depending on schedule and swimmer participation.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills are essential to supervise practices and team operations.
• Ability to teach stroke analysis and coaching techniques.
• Sensitivity to YMCA mission and core values is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise swim team practices and events for safety.
• Plan workouts and implement new aquatics programs.
• Develop participant recruitment and retention strategies.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Coaching skills in swimming

Good judgment

Education

Current CPR certification

Current First Aid and AED certification

Safety Training for Swim Coaches

YMCA Principles of Competitive Swimming certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Swim Coach will assist in the supervision of all aspects of the competitive swimming program, including teaching, administration and deck coaching as a representative of the YMCA at all team events and functions. They will also monitor the participants for safety and serve all member and non‑members of the YMCA in accordance with the purposes and policies of the association.

Essential Functions / Job Duties

• This position will serve as the swim coach and will be responsible for the supervision of the practices for the swim team and other groups as may be deemed necessary.
• The Swim Coach will assist in planning and supervising workouts, teach stroke analysis, drills & techniques, and familiarity with current coaching trends.
• The Swim Coach will help the Aquatics Director to implement new competitive aquatics programs and be responsible for all participant recruitment, retention, program carry‑out and administrative tasks associated with programs.
• The Swim Coach will help the Aquatics Director provide member services and promote the swim team program; communicate as necessary with parents and other coaches regarding assignments, swimmer progress, and upcoming events.
• The Swim Coach will help the Aquatics Director in the development of the feeder program and recruitment strategy to ensure continuous growth of team.
• The Swim Coach will attend swim meets as scheduled and assist with preparation of all special events relating to swim team.
• All swim coaches must be able to teach Private Competitive Lessons through the YMCA. Any individual wishing to take private lessons with a YMCA swim coach must do so at the YMCA with all paperwork and finances running through the YMCA system. YMCA swim coaches may not teach free‑lance swim lessons at ours or any pool paid or volunteer.
• All other functions deemed necessary.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (i.e. Leader, Team Leader, Multi‑Team / Branch Leader)

Mission Advancement: Reinforces the Y’s values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the YMCA’s efforts for all stakeholders. Implements effective systems to develop volunteers at program and fundraising leadership levels.

Collaboration: Develops strategies to ensure staff and volunteers reflect the community. Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the YMCA. Communicates for influence to attain buy‑in and support of goals. Provides tools and resources for the development of others.

Operational Effectiveness: Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves members and community in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting procedures and financial controls. Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement.

Personal Growth: Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. Anticipates challenges that can sidetrack or derail growth and personal learning. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up‑to‑date knowledge and skills in technology.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities / Position Requirements

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to effectively discipline, counsel, and evaluate job performance.
• This position must ensure that all members have the opportunity to participate in high quality, mission driven programs in a safe aquatic environment.
• Computer literate; working knowledge of Microsoft Office, e‑mail and Internet.
• Ability to work independently and utilize initiative, be organized, and meet deadlines.
• Good judgment and solid decision making skills; strong oral and written communication skills; excellent customer service skills; and an attitude of professionalism and respect.
• Ability to interact well with all levels of members, parents, staff, management, and YMCA Board of Directors.
• Ability to handle occasional stressful conditions, react calmly in emergency situations, and work irregular hours.
• Sensitivity to, understanding, and support of the YMCA mission and core values of caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility.
• Coaching skills should include stroke analysis, familiarity with current coaching trends, use of video, dry land training and swimmer motivation.

Certifications

• Current CPR certification (For the Professional Rescuer, or Healthcare Provider).
• Current First Aid and AED certification.
• Safety Training for Swim Coaches In‑Water Skills Checklist (within 30 days of employment).
• YMCA Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving certification (within 30 days of employment).

Other Duties as Assigned Hours

Hours will be determined by Aquatics Director. Hours are not guaranteed as a set per week, but will fluctuate depending on pool schedule, practice schedule, swim meets, number of participants, and other staff. Swim Coach (as part‑time staff) will not work more than 25 hours per any week without prior approval of the Director of Aquatics.

Position Profile (Ideal Candidate)

• Individual with outgoing, energetic and collaborative personality.
• Innate attention to detail.
• Enjoys working with files.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics 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.

• Primary works in an outdoor environment, however occasionally visits indoor program sites.
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee travels by automobile and is exposed to changing weather conditions.
• Will be required to drive often to swim meets, some meetings and other work‑related duties.

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

Being in good physical health with full range of body motion, including manual and finger dexterity and eye/hand coordination. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Occasionally requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Employment at the YMCA is at‑will. It is purely voluntary, based upon the consent of both the Association and the staff member. No expressed or implied contractual rights should be inferred from this job description.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to submit to and satisfactorily clear a thorough Level II fingerprinting background screening.

As a Drug‑Free Workplace, all new hires must successfully complete a drug test. Please note Medical Marijuana cards do not exempt you from successfully passing your drug test.

The YMCA of South Florida is committed to the policy of Equal Opportunity prohibiting discrimination in the workplace because of race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age or disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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