Head Swim Team Coach

at  YMCA

We are seeking a swim team Head Coach at our YMCA of Concord location. Join an impactful team that supports swimmer and community growth!
Job Description
The Head Coach acts as a role model for swimmers seeking to develop the whole athlete. Reliable, positive and enthusiastic coaches implement practices for varying age and skill levels from beginner elementary school children to competitive high school athletes. Our team serves approximately 50 youth du ring the winter seasons , ages 6 – 19years . Th is position will administer team operations by scheduling, meet preparation, practice design, communication with parents and more in collaboration with the Aquatics Director.
Hiring for a September s tart date, with potential to start earlier, in time for the fall prep and winter season . Availability to attend weekend swim meets throughout the year is required . Prior experience coaching, as a collegiate swimmer, and USA Coaches Certification are preferred, with a background in youth sports and development.
Qualifications
Prior experience coaching, as a collegiate swimmer, and USA Coaches Certification are preferred, with a background in youth sports and development.

Essential Functions

• Plan, supervise, and implement the Sailfish Swim Team seasonal schedule
• Oversee daily management of the swim team , including all practices, age group and senior level athletic development, and dryland training
• Coordinate meet schedule and attend all meets
• Oversight of other coaches and team volunteers
• Maintain Safe Sport compliance for USA Swimming
• Promot e YMCA core values , team goals and the YMCA Mission
• R esponsible for the health and safety of the program participants
• R esponsible for the appearance of the pool deck , inventory and setup of team supplies, equipment, and materials
• Build positive relationships with participants and maintain a welcoming and nurturing environment
• Effectively communicate with team members, parents, YMCA employees and volunteers

Position Specifics:

• FLEXIBLE scheduling available; average of 15 – 30 hours per week between practices, admin support and weekend meets
• Preferred availability to attend all or most practice time s: Monday through Friday 4:00p – 7:30p

• Plan, supervise, and implement the Sailfish Swim Team seasonal schedule
• Oversee daily management of the swim team , including all practices, age group and senior level athletic development, and dryland training
• Coordinate meet schedule and attend all meets
• Oversight of other coaches and team volunteers
• Maintain Safe Sport compliance for USA Swimming
• Promot e YMCA core values , team goals and the YMCA Mission
• R esponsible for the health and safety of the program participants
• R esponsible for the appearance of the pool deck , inventory and setup of team supplies, equipment, and materials
• Build positive relationships with participants and maintain a welcoming and nurturing environment
• Effectively communicate with team members, parents, YMCA employees and volunteer