Masters Swim Coach

at  Greater Austin YMCA

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE COMMUNITY ENTERPRISE

• Two years of previous coaching experience
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 21 years of age.
• USMS Level II and a current member.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certifications.
• Team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude, and you can work well with others.
• Able to prioritize tasks and handle multiple assignments.
• Excellent customer service skills and strong communication skills.
• Leverage people’s differences as strengths.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items, including equipment and children. Must be able to remain alert, sit or stand for extended periods of time, hear noises and distinguish distress signals, scan all areas of the pool with clear vision, perform all physical tasks related to instructing and observing participants in proper stroke techniques, communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Req Benefits:

• Benefit from a free household YMCA membership, enriching both your life and the lives of others.
• Access retirement planning options to secure your future.
• Enhance your skills through participation in learning and development workshops.
• Exclusive cell phone plan discounts for AT&T and T-Mobile/Sprint users.
• Discounts on programs and services to make your YMCA experience even more rewarding.

Compensation: $15.00 to $24.00 per hour, DOE
Additional Details :
The Greater Austin YMCA is a nonprofit community enterprise with a vision to cultivate thriving communities across Central Texas where every person benefits from an empowered and well-educated childhood, equitable access to opportunities, resulting in an elevated quality of life and the promise of a sustainable future. Founded in 1953 and anchored in three Central Texas counties, the Y has served close to 500,000 people and provided more than $30M in financial assistance and program subsidies over the past 10 years. We operate 8 community centers and Camp Moody along with 6 early childhood education centers, 60 afterschool programs on school campuses in four districts, and 20 summer camps, with 1500 staff team members, 1000 volunteers, and a $47M annual operating budget.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
The Greater Austin YMCA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Greater Austin YMCA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training

HOW YOU WILL POWER OUR PURPOSE (JOB SUMMARY)

Dive into a rewarding coaching adventure with the Greater Austin YMCA as a Masters Swim Coach! Your positive energy and passion for swimming will help both youth and adult swimmers reach their full potential. Take the lead in developing our Masters Swim program and create a splash in our aquatics facility. If you have coaching experience, USMS Level II, and a zest for teamwork, apply now!

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

• Design and implement weekly swim workouts for Masters swimmers.
• Grow and develop the Masters Swim program, encouraging participation and progress.
• Provide positive and energetic coaching to help swimmers reach their full potential.
• Attend and support swimmers at meets and competitions.
• Assist in maintaining the overall cleanliness and organization of the aquatics facility.
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for all Masters swimmers.
• Collaborate with YMCA staff to ensure smooth operations of the swim program.
• Maintain current knowledge of coaching techniques and swimming trends.
• Comply with YMCA and US Masters Swimming guidelines and safety protocols.
• Serve as a mentor and motivator to help swimmers achieve their goals.