Head swim coach job description

1. Plan and lead team practices and meets, communicate with team staff to ensure practices and meets are organized

2. Communicate with the team parent committee on a routine basis

3. Answer and return phone calls in regards to questions about the team and the general program

4. Supervise and instruct swim team members and assistant coaches at all practices and meets

5. Ensure that all participants adhere to safety practices

6. Provide administrative oversight including participation records, announcements of events, communication with other teams, etc.

7. Host, plan and organize competitive meets as directed.

8. Actively pursue training, learning opportunities and certifications as they relate to responsibilities

9. Work with team parent committee to develop and implement various fundraising activities as directed by the Program Coordinator/Director.

10. All other assigned duties pertaining to swim team

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader): The Y: We're for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Ys values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.

Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.

Operational Effectiveness: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Effectively creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. At least 21 years old.

2. Excellent organizational skills.

3. Experience in competitive swimming and coaching of competitive swimming

4. Ability to work unsupervised

5. Ability to work as part of a team and lead the team

6. Minimum 1 year experience as a swim team coach

7. Completion of YMCA Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Harassment Trainings upon hire and annually thereafter.

8. Maintain Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR Certifications

9. Must complete YMCA principles of Competitive Swimming.

10. Swim Team Coaches must complete Red Cross Safety for Swim Coaches within the first 30 days of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds associated with demonstrating and moving training equipment.

2. Ability to adequately provide instruction and supervision for the designated program.

3. Above average sport specific skills.

4. Neat and clean appearance.

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they've made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.
How this role contributes to the Y's mission:

As a Y Head Swim Coach, you will assist with recruiting, hiring, training, supervision, administration, and deck coaching for the competitive swimming program. You will lead Swim Team Coaches to train and supervise swimmers using a competitive philosophy. You will be responsible for ensuring that Swim Team Coaches conduct safe, effective team practices and swim meet warm-up sessions. You will engage with swimmers during practice, events, and functions. You will be supported in your work as a part of the leading mission-driven organization for strengthening community, and the area's largest provider of swim lessons. The Y Head Swim Coach is a positive role model for youth members at the Y. You'll contribute to the Y and to the community by enhancing the well-being and safety of all.

This work is right for you if you have:

* A love of swimming and of helping youth and adults learn

* At least 3 year of prior experience in competitive swim coaching

* The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates

* A willingness to obtain CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid, Oxygen, and related coaching certifications depending on levels, paid for by the Y

* The ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends

Associates of the Y in Central Maryland are required to be fully vaccinated for the COVID virus or have a valid medical or religious accommodation.

The Y in Central Maryland provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. Moreover, the Y is firmly committed to celebrating and achieving diversity and inclusion in all we do. We strive to be an anti-racist organization and expect all associates to treat others with respect, kindness and dignity, at all times. Thank you for considering working for the Y in Central Maryland. If being a part of our cause feels right for you, we hope you will join us.

Other details

* Job Family Swim/Aquatics
* Pay Type Hourly

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• Serve as the Head of the Swimming Program for grades 9-12;
• Develop training programs that include monitoring practices and skill development;
• Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for development and athletic achievement in the sport of swimming, from beginner to elite athletes;
• Ensure a positive environment aligned with our school's mission;
• Collaborate with the swim coaching staff to plan, coordinate, and execute daily practices and training;
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with co-directors, families, and other necessary stakeholders;
• Contributions to Hun community life beyond the practice and competition venue to assist in furthering the mission of the school.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2-5 years coaching experience; at a High School or college is preferred;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop strong relationships with students, staff, parents, alumni, and community members;
• Ability to foster a positive team spirit as well as individual skill improvement;
• Availability to work a flexible schedule that includes some nights and weekend;
• First Aid and CPR training - or have the ability to be trained;
• Willingness to potentially get certified as CDL Driver Class C;
• A love for working with young people and a commitment to a diverse and inclusive community;
• A desire to contribute to school life outside of the classroom on a lively boarding school campus.

ABOUT THE HUN SCHOOL The Hun School of Princeton is a co-educational, private day and boarding school in Princeton, New Jersey. Individual attention and strong student-faculty relationships are the hallmarks of the school. On the 50-acre campus between Philadelphia and New York City, student-centered, hands-on learning prepares students for the global community in which they will live and work. The Hun School is composed of 650 students in its Middle School, Upper School, and Postgraduate Program. Our campus is home to students from twenty-two countries and fifteen states.

Our campus is located in historic Princeton, New Jersey, a short train ride away from both New York City (50 miles) and Philadelphia (45 miles). Home to Princeton University, The Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton Theological Seminary, and an array of cultural centers and organizations, Princeton is regarded as one of the most academically-minded communities in the world. Often named one of the country's best places to live, Princeton is a friendly, multicultural community surrounded by mountains, parks, and lakes. There are award-winning museums and theaters, celebrated public and private schools, destination restaurants and hotels, and a robust calendar of community events to enjoy.

Our mission:

The Hun School of Princeton empowers each student to thrive in a diverse and ever-changing world, by nurturing resilient character, providing individual mentorship, and inspiring vigorous and joyful learning.

Our community:

In our mission of educating global citizens with resilient character, we actively seek candidates who can bring a diversity of experiences and perspectives to our community. The Hun School of Princeton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristics or activity protected by law.

Our environment:

The working environment is an office and school environment on a hilly 50-acre campus in Princeton, New Jersey. The abilities to occasionally lift files and storage boxes, walk up and down stairs, attend meetings in varying locations throughout campus, and continually use computers and related office equipment are required. Not all buildings on campus have elevators. As part of The Hun School's commitment to health and safety, we will require all new employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and provide proof of vaccination prior to the start date of employment. Vaccines approved by the World Health Organization (WHO) or the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will be accepted. Employees who cannot receive the vaccine due to either medical contraindications or sincerely held religious beliefs may request an accommodation. Learn more about The Hun School's Health and Safety COVID Protocols.

To apply: Hun School Employment Application