Swim Coach

Definition: 

Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, assists in the management and supervision of the general operation of the aquatic's facility, while performing the responsibilities of a swim coach and lifeguard. Essential Job Duties:

The following tasks are essential for this position.  Incumbents in this classification may not perform all of these tasks or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.
 

• Designs, organizes, executes and maintain workout programs for both the novice and masters swim programs.
• Maintains attendance and other related operations and financial records, prepares written reports and submits recommendations to the Recreation Supervisor.
• Responds to questions and inquiries from the general public in a professional manner.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication, coordination, and working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Assists in conducting and participating in various training sessions.
• Communicates with aquatic staff. Including swim school staff, lifeguards and swim instructors.
• Maintains pool grounds and aquatic equipment used during training sessions and events, and assures pool facility is maintained in a neat, clean, and orderly manner.
• Administers First Aid, CPR/AED, or rescuing swimmer(s), completes as needed.
• Enforces pool rules, regulations and standards of safety within City policies and guidelines and in accordance with State health codes and the United States Swimming regulations.
• Completes any/all required report after witnessing or providing assistance/care for any/all situations.
• Oversees the maintenance of pool, including chemical balance, flow/filtration, heater/solar, etc.
• Guards on deck, as needed.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.
• Incumbent may work irregular schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Minimum Knowledge, Skill and Ability:
 
Knowledge of:

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification.
• America Red Cross Swim Coach Certification.
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instruction Certification.
• USA Swim Coach Head Coach certification ADM Age group certification for young swimmers.
• USA Swim Coach Head Coach certification ADM Age group certification senior development swimmers.

Skill and Ability to:

• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Perform physical water test indicating competence of rescuing skills.
• Stay alert and attentive and assert good judgment.
• Remain patient and understanding in dealing with patrons of all ages.
• Maintain open lines of communication.

Training and Experience:

• Three years of previous aquatics experience is required.
• Three years of assisting coaching novice and adult/master swim programs and workouts.
• Experience teaching/instructing swim lessons of all ages and skill levels.
• Aquatic experience and participation in swimming for club, high school, college and/or master programs.

Licenses and Certificates:

• American Red Cross lifeguard current certification is required and to be maintained.
• America Red Cross swim coach current certification is required and to be maintained.
• American Red Cross water safety instruction current certification is required and to be maintained.
• American Red Cross certificates in First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, and Lifeguarding is to be current certification is required and to be maintained.
• All certificates must be maintained as a condition of employment and all certifications as currently required by USA swimming and the City must be maintained.

 
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Requires ability to stand, stoop, reach, and bend.
• Required mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate.
• Requires ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Requires ability to lift, push, or pull.
• May require water rescues, with First Aid and/or CPR/AED as needed.
• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
• May be required to use personal vehicle in the course of City employment.
• May be required to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, and/or weekends.