Under the direction of the Aquatic’s Director, the Head Swim Team Coach is responsible for the management and operation of the Hannibal Hurricanes Swim Team. S/he follows and enforces safety standards and other policies and procedures. S/he performs other duties as assigned. All coaching staff maintains safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class participants while challenging them with new skills to develop them into a better swimmer overall.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Work with assistant coaches to develop and administer appropriate plans for all swimmers in the HHST Swim Team.
- Plan, prepare and conduct team practices.
- Actively participate in and work with the Heartland Area, River Country, and Ozark swim leagues in order to assure team participation all available swim meets, invitational and championships.
- Plan meet lineups, and provide on deck coaching at all age group meets.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance and training.
- Work with assistant coaches to ensure continuity in athlete development.
- Evaluate athletes periodically and make recommendations for progression through the program.
- Participate in regular staff meetings.
- Perform various administrative duties as assigned by the Executive Director, including communication with parents via email, phone and team website.
- Coordinate parent volunteer responsibilities in the areas of; home and away swim meets (timers/recorders, officials, score keepers, and runners), swim team fundraising, and working with any parent volunteer leaders.
Skills/Experience:
- Minimum 2-year experience as a swim instructor or swim coach.
- Proven track record of devloping swimmers in a competitive arena.
- Knowledgeable in “Meet Manager” software for swim meet scoring.
- College degree in Recreational or Aquatics Management or related field preferred.
Required Certifications
- W.S.I and/or YMCA Lifeguard Instructor Certification
- CPR, First Aid, AED, Blood borne Pathogens Instructor Certification
- YMCA Progressive Swim Certifications preferred
- Certified Lifeguard, Principles of Aquatic Leadership, Swim Instructor certified preferred
- USA swimming coaches certification
Compensation/Benefits:
Salary: $31,500.00 - $35,000.00
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Jan 23 2019
Active Until:
Feb 23 2019
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit