Head Swim Team Coach

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Head Swim Team Coach at the Foothills Area YMCA is a dedicated Full-Time coach who inspires our team. The Head Swim Coach will be essential in developing our swimmers' potential, organizing, and managing practices, clinics, meets, and other team events for the Foothills Area YMCA Swim Team. Other responsibilities include creating a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Minimum age of 18

Certifications:

Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED, first aid, emergency oxygen administration, Coaches Safety Training and Lifeguard Training.

• Coaching certifications from YMCA of the USA and USA swimming. Certification from ASCA is preferred.
• Able to relate and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner.
• Child abuse prevention and Bloodborne Pathogens training within 30 days of hire date
• Strong ability to be an engaging presence leading staff and programs.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Proven skills in human relations, public speaking, program management, and volunteer development.
• Outstanding communication skills, the ability to determine and set priorities, manage his/her staff members work schedule; as well as the capacity to handle multiple tasks appropriately in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Hours vary depending on need, including weekends and evenings.