SWIM COACH - Milwaukee Recreation - AQUATICS DEPARTMENT

PROGRAM AREA: Aquatics

JOB TITLE: Swim Coach

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-time seasonal

STARTING HOURLY RATE: $16.00 (YOUTH) - $17.00 (ADULT)

HOURS PER WEEK: 5-20

JOB SUMMARY:

Swim Coaches are responsible for providing a safe and friendly competitive swim experience for age-group swimmers of novice advanced ability levels. Coaches should maintain a positive and responsible demeanor at all times, and challenge swimmers to reach new goals in the water. The coach will promote a sense of teamwork to youth and triumph in effort applied to competition during both wins and losses.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Teach stroke technique for all 4 individual events of swimming.
• Use student-appropriate language to accommodate a wide array of ages, backgrounds and ability levels.
• Ability to communicate professionally with parents and co-workers.
• Assign reasonable workouts to your swimmers that align with ability levels and promote teamwork.
• Share patron concerns and needs with supervisor or building staff when necessary.
• Maintain a professional appearance by always being in uniform and keeping the facility clean and organized.
• Enforce all pool rules in a consistent and fair manner.
• Be punctual. Alert building staff if you anticipate being tardy.
• Report for all assigned shifts and be proactive in finding replacements when needed.
• Be an authority figure at your facility and work to create a safe and fun environment for others.
• Be prepared for each practice and swim meet you run during a scheduled session.
• Make an effort to get to know your swimmers and build relationships.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• American Red Cross Certification in Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First-aid recommended
• Able to meet the scheduling needs for this position
• Access to reliable transportation

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Swim team experience or coaching experience preferred
• Previous employment/volunteer work with youth/families in team sports preferred.
• Previous or current experience as a lifeguard a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Possess swim ability that may be used for demonstration to your students.
• Ability to communicate well with patrons and co-workers.
• Ability to work with a wide range of students based on age and ability.
• Possess knowledge relating to head injury and concussion prevention.
• Ability to remain calm and professional during emergency situations.
• Maintain professionalism while on duty.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Contributes as a team member to a recreational atmosphere which is friendly, cooperative, efficient and professional.