Masters Swim Coach - Adults

Duties And Responsibilities

• Be on deck 15 minutes prior to practice starting.
• Clock in and out each shift.
• Prevent accidents by encouraging situations that are within established safety procedures.
• Stimulate interest in the program with participants and maintain good public relations.
• Provide 2 – 3 levels of workouts to participants; advanced, intermediate, and novice.
• Maintain a safe workout environment and be aware of overexertion, hyperventilation, dehydration, breath control guidelines, muscle injury, and other physical difficulties.
• Learn all the names of the swimmers and assess their abilities.
• Provide instruction in stroke technique, starts, and turns.
• Take attendance at all practices.
• Set up and take down for all workouts (e.g., lane lines and equipment), with the help of the lifeguard.
• Notify the Aquatic Director when unable to be at a scheduled class and find a qualified coaching sub.
• Have workouts with the class roster available for sub.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Previous coaching experience or prior participation in Masters program, preferred.
• Possess current First Aid and CPR/AED certifications or obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Lifeguard certification preferred, can be obtained within months of hire.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude with people of all abilities.
• Demonstrate effective leadership and organizational abilities.
• Have an understanding and appreciation for the YMCA and its philosophies and beliefs.
• Highly motivated and willing to work independently.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Programs including Word and Excel is preferred.
• Flexibility is essential.

Physical Abilities And Working Conditions

• Work is completed in an office setting and includes frequent use of a computer and other office machinery or equipment such as a calculator, copy machine, telephone, etc.
• Regularly move about inside and out of the office to effectively communicate with YMCA staff and swimmers on the pool deck from the office.
• Work is completed in a pool environment and includes:
• Must be a proficient swimmer.
• Must be able to work in a warm, humid environment.
• Must be able to perform rescues according to facility standards.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to frequently transport up to 20 lbs of equipment around the pool area.
• Must be able to remain in 81 degree water for any given period of time, if needed.
• Must be physically fit to perform all job duties.