Lead Swim Team Coach – Competitive Training & Meets

YMCA of Greater Dayton; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Springfield Family YMCA in Springfield, OH is seeking a Lead Swim Team Coach for part-time, non-exempt work. The role involves delivering quality coaching to swimmers, designing training plans, enforcing policies, and coordinating with the Swim Team Director.

The position requires 2–4 years coaching experience, high school diploma or GED, and relevant CPR/First Aid certifications; YMCA/USA Swimming certifications preferred. Hours and pay range align with part-time scheduling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid certifications required.
• Lifeguard certification recommended but not required.
• YMCA Swim Coach Certification and USA Swimming Coach Certification renewal required.
• ASCA Levels 1–3 preferred.
• Strong knowledge of competitive swimming organizations, strokes, starts and turns.
• Experience with Team Unify software.

Responsibilities

• Lead coach for senior (13 & up) or 12 & under group or other practice groups.
• Design and implement a training plan and supervise practices and on-deck activities.
• Approve meet entries by deadlines and enforce team policies.
• Assist Swim Team Director with daily practices and meets.
• Maintain safety and enforce pool rules.
• Communicate with swimmers and parents/guardians effectively.
• Keep accurate swimmer records and progress evaluations.
• Promote aquatics and YMCA programs.

Skills

Knowledge of competitive swimming

Coaching & supervision

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

18+ years old

CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer

First Aid

Lifeguard certification (recommended)

YMCA Swim Coach Certification

USA Swimming Coach Certification

American Swim Coaches Association Levels 1-3

Tools

Team Unify

Job description

Springfield Family YMCA in Springfield, OH is seeking a Lead Swim Team Coach for part-time, non-exempt work. The role involves delivering quality coaching to swimmers, designing training plans, enforcing policies, and coordinating with the Swim Team Director.

The position requires 2–4 years coaching experience, high school diploma or GED, and relevant CPR/First Aid certifications; YMCA/USA Swimming certifications preferred. Hours and pay range align with part-time scheduling.