Head Swim Coach

Description

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director and in accordance with the policies of the YMCA of Southwest Florida, the Head Swim Team Coach develops, organizes, and implements high-quality competitive swim programming that fulfills the mission of the

YMCA. This role oversees all aspects of the competitive swim program including athlete development, coaching sta leadership, program operations, and meet management. The Head Coach will foster positive relationships and communicate effectively with YMCA staff, coaches, swimmers, parents, and partner organizations.

Requirements

• Represent the YMCA of Southwest Florida and the swim team program in a

professional and positive manner within the community, at swim meets, and with

governing organizations.

• Develop and promote a team philosophy of excellence rooted in the YMCA core

values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

• Serve as the lead on-deck coach for the competitive swim program.

• Provide day-to-day leadership for the swim team program, including athlete

development, practice execution, and team operations.

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate Swim Coaches, Assistant Coaches, and volunteers

involved in the swim team program.

• Develop and implement the team’s training group structure, practice plans, and

team policies in alignment with branch and association expectations.

• Develop and support a comprehensive athlete development pathway from novice

swimmers through senior-level competitive athletes.

• Support swimmer recruitment, retention, and overall program growth.

• Plan and manage team practice schedules and meet schedules, including coach

assignments, travel, meet entries, and administrative meet responsibilities.

• Plan and lead team parent meetings and maintain regular communication with

swim team families regarding practices, competitions, expectations, and team

development.

• Manage assigned administrative duties related to daily team operations.

• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and sta development for coaching

personnel.

• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of the swim team operating budget in

collaboration with branch leadership.

• Collaborate with the Aquatics Director/Association Leadership on long-term

planning, program development, and team growth.

• Ensure coaching staff maintain professionalism, reliability, and adherence to YMCA

policies, procedures, and expectations.

• Report regularly to the Aquatics Director/Director of Competitive

Swim regarding program progress, staffing needs, operational concerns, and

opportunities for improvement.

• Support YMCA philanthropic initiatives, including the Annual Campaign, while

helping cultivate community partnerships and sponsorship opportunities that

support the swim team program.

• Ensure a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for all swimmers, families, staff,

and volunteers.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of competitive swim coaching experience.

• At least 1 year of supervisory experience including team management, preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to lead training groups and support athlete development.

• Demonstrated leadership ability and the ability to supervise and mentor coaching

staff.

• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced aquatics environment.

• Ability to build positive relationships with swimmers, families, staff, officials, and

community partners.

• Must demonstrate working knowledge of computer applications and program

systems, including Microsoft Oice 365, Daxko, TeamUnify, USA Swimming, and

other platforms required for team operations, communication, and administrative

responsibilities.

• Commitment to YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

Certification & Training Requirements

• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and AED certifications required.

• Lifeguard certification (American Red Cross/YMCA LG)

• Active USA Swimming Coaches Card.

• ASCA Level 3 or higher (preferred)

• YMCA Bloodborne Pathogens Training required.

• YMCA Child Abuse Prevention Training required.

• Sta Safety Requirements / Cleaning Protocols Training required.

• Successful completion of all required background screening in accordance

with YMCA policy and applicable law.

• Additional training as required by supervisor

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand, walk, and remain attentive on the pool deck for extended

periods of time.

• Must be able to demonstrate swim techniques and assist swimmers when

necessary.

• Must be able to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds.

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings,

weekends, holidays, and travel to away meets as required by the program.

• Must be able to work in a warm, humid, and noisy pool environment.