Y Swim League Coach - Multiple YMCA Locations

Jimmy Jazz; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Individual YMCA Membership

Family membership discount

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Tampa YMCA is seeking a part-time Swim Coach to support the Tampa Swim Team program under the direction of the Director of Competitive & Developmental Swimming. You will help recruit and develop swimmers, plan workouts, and assist in coordinating team events.

Qualifications include 18+ years old, 2+ years coaching or competitive swimming experience, and USA Swimming coaching certification. CPR/AED/First Aid certifications required within 30 days of employment.

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

Education

High School Diploma preferred

2+ years coaching swimming

2+ years in competitive swimming

Job description

• Location 4411 S. Himes Avenue,Tampa, FL, 33611,United States
• Base Pay $14.00 / Hour
• Job Category Aquatics, Part Time
• Employee Type PT NonExempt

Contact information

Description

Under the direction of the Director of Competitive & Developmental Swimming, Head Swim Coach, and/or the Center Aquatics Director, the Swim Coach will assist with all aspects of planning and preparation for the Tampa YMCA Swim Team program. The Swim Coach will assist in the development and recruitment of swimmers participating with the Tampa YMCA Swim Team programs and YMCA Swim Lesson program.

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 Swimming Coaching Certification required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND 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 including, but not limited to:

• The employee frequently is required to remain alert, with no lapses in consciousness.
• The employee frequently is required to see, observe, and hear all participants, and make sound judgments and decisions.
• Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting the voice across distances (in normal and loud situations), and communicate swiftly and effectively with lifeguards, staff, emergency personnel and members.
• Ability to observe all areas of the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility, and hear noises and recognize victims in distress.
• Remain in or around designated aquatic areas at all times.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to to move to various locations, sit and/or stand for extended periods, including in and around elevated chair.
• Ability to direct and control the activities of others, to work under specific instructions, work alone and under stressful conditions.
• Ability to crouch and bend at the waist and knees.
• Ability to physically and mentally perform all needed rescues, removals (in and out of the water) and survival skills, including administering CPR/AED, First Aid and Oxygen effectively.
• Must have flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Ability to lift and move a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work in a variety of environments, specifically those subject to extreme humidity/dampness, heat and cold.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• This position may require availability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be able to perform the functions of any supervised subordinates, if applicable.

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.