Competitive Swim Coach - Spurlino Family YMCA

Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA; Riverview (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Individual YMCA Membership

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

403(b) smart savings (start day one)

Tickets at Work discounts

20% off program fees

30% off personal training

Job summary

The Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA in Riverview, FL is seeking a Part-Time Assistant Swim Coach to support the Head Coach with workouts, season plans and meet logistics. Responsibilities include leading practices, tracking attendance, and evaluating swimmer progress to drive improvement.

Qualified candidates bring 2+ years coaching or competitive swimming, and must obtain BLS CPR/AED, First Aid and Oxygen Administration within 30 days. USA Swimming Coaching Certification is required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma preferred.
• A Minimum 2+ years of experience coaching swimming or 2+ years in competitive swimming.
• Knowledge of USA regulations and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Swim Coach with the development and implementation of workouts, trainings and season plans.
• Lead supervised structured practices and/or dry land trainings, ensure attendance is documented.
• Evaluate swimmer ability/performance and plan strategies for their improvement.
• Assist in coordinating and executing swim team competitions and meet registrations.
• Attend specified competitions, training and/or special events as directed by the Head Swim Coach or Director of Competitive & Developmental Swimming.
• Develop and implement recruitment and retention strategies for athletes in the program.
• Follow all safety recommendations and guidelines per Tampa YMCA policies and USA Swimming
• Communicate program information effectively and in a timely manner to supervisors, participants and their families.
• Establishes and maintains a team attitude, and encourages good sportsmanship for athletes and parents.
• Attend all required staff meetings.

Skills

Coaching swimming

Communication

Education

High School Diploma preferred

USA Swimming Coaching Certification

BLS CPR/AED, First Aid, Oxygen Administration

Tools

First Aid Certification

Job description

• Base Pay $15.00 / Hour
• Job Category Aquatics, Part Time
• Employee Type PT NonExempt

Contact information

Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Head Swim Coach with the development and implementation of workouts, trainings and season plans.
• Lead supervised structured practices and/or dry land trainings, ensure attendance is documented.
• Evaluate swimmer ability/performance and plan strategies for their improvement.
• Assist in coordinating and executing swim team competitions and meet registrations.
• Attend specified competitions, training and/or special events as directed by the Head Swim Coach or Director of Competitive & Developmental Swimming .
• Develop and implement recruitment and retention strategies for athletes in the program.
• Follow all safety recommendations and guidelines per Tampa YMCA policies and USA Swimming
• Communicate program information effectively and in a timely manner to supervisors, participants and their families.
• Establishes and maintains a team attitude, and encourages good sportsmanship for athletes and parents.
• Attend all required staff meetings.

Education/ Experience Required:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma preferred.
• A Minimum 2+ years of experience coaching swimming or 2+ years in competitive swimming.
• Knowledge of USA regulations and safety requirements.

Certifications/Trainings Required:

• Must obtain within 30 days of employment and maintain current certifications in BLS CPR/AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration.
• USA SwimmingCoaching Certification required.

Summary

Part Time Benefits Summary:

• Free Individual YMCA Membership and discount on family membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through BayCare Behavioral Services (phone and online)
• Start a 403 (b) smart savings account through YMCA Benefits on day one of employment (optional)
• Tickets at Work is the leading Corporate Entertainment Benefits provider, offering exclusive discounts, special offers and access to preferred seating and tickets to top attractions, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets, hotels and much more.
• 20% off program fees (swim lessons, youth sports, summer camp and more)
• 30%off personal training

Association Summary:

The Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA is a top-rated ‘4-star’ Charity Navigator and Guidestar ‘Gold’ rated non-profit charitable organization for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Join a cause-driven association with a focus on nurturing the potential of every child and teen, improving the nation’s health and well-being and providing opportunities to give back and support our neighbors. Learn more about the Tampa YMCA at www.tampaymca.org .

• 13 Family Center Ys, 65-acre outdoor adventure camp, Community Learning Center, two program centers, 27 afterschool sites, 18 Early Head Start sites
• Largest youth development and health & wellness provider in the region
• 223,000+ community members served
• 1,600+ staff members
• $40MM in revenue
• An independent 501(c) 3, locally-governed and managed

Located in sunny Florida, the Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA offers an ideal location with beautiful weather affording a desirable setting for an active outdoor lifestyle year-round, is close to many beaches and theme parks and Florida is one of very few states that has no state income tax.

The Tampa Y is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace.