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Lead Coach, Senior Group
The Southwest Aquatic Team (SWAT) is a year-round USA Swimming competitive swim team offering high-quality professional coaching and technique instruction for all ages and abilities and an affiliation with a non-competitive “Swim America” program. As one of the premier USA swim clubs in the Midwest, SWAT prides itself on creating a positive environment and enriching experience for all members of the club with the goal to provide every member an opportunity to improve swimming skills and achieve success at his or her level of ability, from novice to elite-level competitor.

Under the supervision of the Competitive Program Director, the Lead Coach of the Senior Group is responsible for the leadership and direction of SWAT’s Senior group ensuring that all aspects of the program fulfill the mission, vision, and goals of the team.

Essential Functions:

Coaching

• Serve as the lead coach of our Senior group and attend all practices, meet sessions and functions.
• Create full-season training plans for stroke technique progression, training progression, dryland, and taper strategies for our Senior group.
• Manage meet entries for athletes in assigned group.
• Effective communication with coaches, swimmers, and families of objectives and goals for athletes.
• Works with senior athletes, senior swim coaches, and parents to ensure that athlete development plans are created, and timelines are understood and supported. This includes developing and supporting plans for athletes interested in swimming in college, when required.

Leadership

• Lead our team’s mission and philosophy to empower swimmers of all ages and abilities to become the best they can be in the sport of competitive swimming.
• Act all times with integrity and as a positive representative of SWAT to the membership and the community at large.
• Foster a culture of team unity among staff, swimmers, and families.
• Collaborate with competitive program director and lead coaching staff to provide continuity and training progressions across all training groups.
• Maintain and increase overall club participation, including participation at the highest levels of the sport. (i.e., Wisconsin State Championships, NCSA Championships, Speedo Sectionals, etc.).
• Other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Competitive Program Director and/or Board of Directors.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Five-plus years of coaching excellence at the Senior level (club/high school/YMCA) that features tangible improvement by elite and developmental swimmers.
• Member in good standing with USA Swimming and current on all certifications.
• Extensive background in competitive swimming, stroke mechanics, and understanding of USAS rules and regulations.
• Prior experience in a leadership role of training, managing, and developing assistant coaches is preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational skills, and motivational skills with a strong sense of personal integrity.
• Experience using Team Unify, Hy-Tek, and Meet Manager.
• Track record of fostering a culture of team unity among swimmers, parents and staff.
• Knowledge of strength and conditioning training, dryland, and functional movement.
• Enthusiasm for continuing coaching education.
• Legal authority to work in the USA with a valid driver’s license.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with coaching experience
• This is a full-time position with no health or retirement benefits.
• If needed, a club-issued laptop computer will be provided. There will be no allowances for internet or phone service.
• The Lead Coach of the Senior Group will be reimbursed for any incurred expenses that are approved by the Board of Directors.
• If the Lead Coach of the Senior Group has athletes participating in the club, training fees may be reduced or waived at the direction of the Board of Directors.

Competitive Program Director
Under the supervision of the Board of Directors, the Competitive Program Director is responsible for the leadership and direction of SWAT’s Competitive Swimming program ensuring that all aspects of the program fulfill the mission, vision, and goals of the team.

Essential Functions:

• Provides vision, leadership, and management of the day-to-day operationsof the successful, values-oriented SWAT competitive swimming program,including senior competitive teams, junior competitor teams, age group(including 8 & under) competitive teams, and master’s program. Thisincludes regular visits to each of the sites to ensure high standards ofprogram quality and excellence as well as positive relationships with allstaff, parents, and athletes.
• Work in partnership with Wisconsin Swimming and other stakeholders andfurther develop the team’s position as a leading program in Wisconsin.
• Recruits and hires staff and volunteer positions.
• Provides vision, leadership, and management to the SWAT lead coaches,while also providing mentorship and support to all part-time staff thatincludes coaching and leadership traits to ensure a high-quality swimprogram.
• Models’ relationship-building skills in all interactions. Leads the implementation of open, clear, consistent, and effective communication with athletes, parents, staff, volunteers, and coaches.
• Actively builds collaborative working relationships with area high school coaches, area high school athletic directors, area park and recreation departments, and the Board of Directors.
• Abides by the ASCA and USA Swimming Code of Ethics. Enforces Team and LSC Policy and Procedures. Serves as a role model for the coaches and swimmers and ensures adequate representation of SWAT, including but not limited to attendance at the annual LSC meeting.
• Manages all aspects of SWAT’s financial and business functions ensuring budgeted goals are met while following all business guidelines. Works in conjunction with business team members to achieve stated goals.
• In conjunction with the Business Manager and Treasurer, drafts monthly financial reports for Board of Directors.
• Proactively manages team expenses and deck management of assistant coaches, including compensation.
• Attends team Board of Directors meetings and provides monthly reports as to the status, policies and activities of the team and its staff.
• Regularly provides coaching support to ensure consistency across sites as well as provides technical guidance and coaching to all staff.
• Develops and implements a program performance strategy while regularly analyzing and evaluating the overall SWAT team strategy to ensure alignment. This includes coordinating the athlete advancement process to ensure consistent implementation across all groups.
• Works with group coaches to provide opportunities for family involvement. These opportunities include volunteering at meets, individual meetings, and special event participation.
• Lends leadership and guidance to the Swim America Director by supporting the Swim America program in planning lessons and supporting activities related to recruitment to the competitive swim program.
• Develop and maintain relationships with all outside vendors. This includes understanding current and future pool space needs to ensure they are met, managing SWAT hosted meets and end of year banquet, sponsorship plans, and meet schedules.
• Other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Board of Directors.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is preferred.
• Must pass USA Swimming and SWAT background check and drug test requirements.
• Proven team management skills
• Experience in the development, implementation, and execution of a comprehensive competitive swim program.
• Current USA Swimming Coaching Certification
• ASCA Level 5 Coaching Certification strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Team Unify and Hy-Tek products a plus.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Annual salary of $24,000 per year, with the expectation that the Competitive Program Director will work approximately 10-15 hours per week. This amount may be higher or lower depending on the needs of the Team in any given week.
• This is a part-time position with no health or retirement benefits.
• If needed, a club-issued laptop computer will be provided. There will be no allowances for internet or phone service.
• The Competitive Program Director will be reimbursed for any incurred expenses that are approved by the Board of Directors.
• If the Competitive Program Director has athletes participating in the club, training fees may be reduced or waived at the direction of the Board of Directors.

Instructions to Apply:

• Email resume and brief introduction to teamgear@swimswat.org. The right applicant may qualify to be both the Lead Coach for the Senior Group and Competitive Program Director (high school ages). Please include in your email which position you want to be considered for or if you want to be considered for both; combined as one position.

Posted 6/12/2024

 

Posted 5/28/2024

 

Swimming (Boys) Head Varsity Coach
Sun Prairie Area School District
STARTING STIPEND: $3,570+
Season Runs November through March
SUMMARY: To help each participating student achieve a high level of skill development, an appreciation for the values of student connectedness, discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem.  The philosophy of a varsity team dictates that as many athletes as possible should participate without sacrificing a chance for the program to enjoy competitive success.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
 
OVERALL DUTIES

• Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved.
• Establishes and sustains a level of success in the following areas: participation in the 9-12 program, relative competitiveness at the conference level, and responses on student-athlete satisfaction surveys.
• Oversees the safety conditions of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted.
• Pursues and maintains competency in understanding and enforcing WIAA, Big 8 Conference and school board rules, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains, monitors, and reacts to daily attendance reports and participant emergency medical cards necessary.
• Develops a consistent and positive public communications procedure demonstrating interest and enthusiasm through the school and media to inform and promote the specific athletic program.
• Acts as a liaison with the booster clubs.
• Keeps other coaches informed of rules and other relevant changes within the particular sport.
• Demonstrates knowledge in the areas of physical and emotional health and safety.
• Encourages students to participant in multiple activities in and out of school.
• Works closely with High School Athletics and Activities Director in scheduling contests, recommending the purchase of equipment, and maintaining a program budget.
• Uses generally accepted practices and discretion in determining the proper course of action; using good decision-making skills.  Demonstrates emotional maturity.
• Other duties may be assigned.

PRE-SEASON DUTIES 

• Plans, communicates and runs a pre-season meeting for prospective student-athletes and their parents to communicate team schedule, policies and procedures.
• Develops and distributes a team handbook by the first team meeting to include at least the following: practice schedule, team rules and policies, coaching philosophy statement, special dates and events, game schedule, team tryout process and criteria, lettering policy, how  parents/students should communicate with head coach, and how players earn playing time.
• Attends and participates in Athletic Department sponsored athletic code meetings and successfully completes an annual National Federation of High School Athletics exam.
• Attends annual clinics or workshops that aim to enhance knowledge of the specific sport or other area as assigned by administration.
• Selects and defines responsibilities of student managers.
• Determines and communicates responsibilities of assistant coaches.  Provides inservices for assistant and sub-varsity coaches via staff meetings, program goals, duties definition and expectations, etc.  Recommends assistant or volunteer coaches to the High School Athletics and Activities Director.

IN-SEASON DUTIES 

• Takes the initiative to communicate activity on a regular basis to the High School Athletics and Activities Director.
• Plans and executes a regular program of practice in season.
• Develops and completes practice plans for each practice session.  Provides documentation for each practice session upon request of administration.
• Maintains accurate statistics, records, and results of the season.

POST-SEASON DUTIES 

• Collects, inventories, and arranges to clean and repair all equipment.  Provides inventory documentation upon request of administration.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises students of particular program.
 
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to eligible individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:   Coaching in the particular sport, with at least 3 to 5 years of experience. Experience at the middle/high school level preferred.  First aid, CPR, and Blood Borne Pathogen training is required.  Knowledge in sports medicine is desirable. 
 
COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGE SKILLS:  Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of students, parents or employees of the district.
 
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:  Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
 
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  Exhibit qualities of leadership and organizational ability and reflect a spirit of cooperation in working with staff and school administration.  Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field.  Ability to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with students, staff and the community.  Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in verbal and written form.  Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, WIAA requirements, and School Board policies.  Ability to use computers and other technology to accomplish job responsibilities.
 
ANALYTICAL AND REASONING ABILITY:  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
 
TEMPERAMENTS:  Ability to connect, inspire, and lead students with a variety of learning styles and diverse backgrounds.  Ability to direct others, deal with people and influence people in their opinions, attitudes, and judgments.  Ability to work effectively with people who express conflicting opinions.  Ability to maintain poise, develop a pattern of consistency when dealing with stressful situations, and put the best interest of the group as a whole above all else.  Ability to make judgments and decisions by solving problems, making evaluations, or reaching conclusions.  Ability to perform a variety of duties.
 
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and stand.  Occasionally the employee will sit and/or run.  The employee will frequently bend or twist at the trunk while performing the duties of this job.  The employee will frequently squat, stoop, kneel, reach above the head, reach forward, and repeat the same hand motion many times while performing the duties of the job.
 
The specific vision requirements of the job include good depth perception and occasionally being able to see objects/persons at a distance.  While performing the duties of the job the employee frequently is required to hear conversation in quiet as well as a noisy environment and be able to tell where a sound is coming from.  The employee must be able to communicate to the team in order to give directions.
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will continuously work inside or outside depending on the sport.   Occasionally the employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints and interact with public and other workers.  The employee has direct responsibility for the safety, well-being and work output of others.  The noise level in the environment is usually moderate.

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Posted 5/26/2024

 

Assistant Swim Coaches
The Southwest Aquatic Team (SWAT) is not-for-profit competitive swim team located in the southwest section of the greater Milwaukee area.  Our program is one of the top ranking teams in Wisconsin and carries over 100 swimmers.  We have a dedicated volunteer-based parent board, pride ourselves as athlete focused and a coach supported organization.  We also have a swim school affiliated with our program serving as a feeder system.    

SWAT is looking for a reliable, motivated and enthusiastic coaches to assist with our program.  Positions are available with different age groups or certain nights of the week.  Our groups are divided between different characteristics such as age, commitment, skill and fitness levels. 

Partial responsibilities of an assistant Coach are listed below. 

• Current USA Swimming certifications or willingness to obtain within two months of employment.
• Assist or administer practices scheduled to help.
• Attend meets on the schedule if necessary. 
• Communicate with the swimmers while at practice.
• Complete other tasks as determined by the Program Director. 

This position could consist of 6 to 20 hours a week depending on the particular group coaching and personal availability.  Compensation will be based upon experience and is highly competitive to other area swim programs.  Definite start date is Monday, March 29th or until filled. 

We are looking for candidates with a dynamic personality, passionate towards swimming, dependable and have strong communication and organizational skills.  Our ideal person will have (but not required) competitive swimming experience and live somewhere near the greater Milwaukee area or willing to move into the region. They will also possess high moral character, strong ethics and will value the hard work in developing young athletes.  Our coaches are role models to our athletes and mentors to our staff.  We have a rich foundation of excellence and a culture of not only bettering swimmers but also bettering people.  We do this by fostering lifetime skills though examples and experiences.

This position does have an opportunity for growth only adding to an individual’s career path in competitive swimming.   

Interested persons please send resume, background and references to teamgear@swimswat.org.  Please visit our website at www.swimswat.org.
Please list “Interested Coach” in the subject line. 

Posted 5/16/2024

 

Assistant Coach
Status: Full-time salaried position
Compensation: HIGHLY COMPETITIVE – DEPENDENT ON EXPERIENCE

Job Purpose: Assist Lead and Head Coaches during practices and swim meets and perform administrative duties as assigned.

Do you want to be a part of a “Tradition of Excellence?”  Edina Swim Club, located in Edina, Minnesota, has been a leader in Minnesota Swimming for over 60 years and has a celebrated history on the National Stage.  We are looking for a TEAM MEMBER who actively wants to be a part of a club with a strong culture and who can add to our team by bringing their knowledge and enthusiastic energy.

We are looking for candidates who possess:

• Previous coaching experience – 2+ years.
• USA Swimming Coaching certification, or willingness to become certified within 2 months.
• Knowledge of proper swimming technique and fundamentals
• Extraordinary organizational and communication skills
• Positive outgoing personality and patience
• Model proper dress, language, demeanor, and sportsmanship for our athletes
• Passion for coaching and working with young athletes.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for assisting at various levels of our age group program.
• Conduct swim team practice in a safe, friendly, and competitive environment.
• Observe and enforce all rules and regulations of the facility.
• Knowledge of USA Swimming rules and regulations.
• Arrive promptly to assigned practice and meets.
• Run stroke/turn/dive clinics.
• Attend assigned swim meets.
• Conduct assigned administrative tasks.

Qualifications:

• CPR/AED, Safety Training for Swim Coaches, APT, Background check, and in good standing with USA Swimming
• Experience with Team Unify, OnDeck, Team/Meet Manager, and MS Office is a plus.
• Abide by applicable USA Swimming Code of Conduct and Safe Sport requirements.

Preferred Experience:

• ASCA level 2 or willing to complete.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.

Physical Demands of Position:

• Standing and walking 100% of the time during daily workouts and swim meets.
• Lifting items 5-51 pounds during daily routine.
• Ladder climbing. Stairs up and down. Bending, stooping, stretching, kneeling, twisting, turning, gripping, and grasping.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions and indoor pool areas.
• Repetitive arm and shoulder use. Wrist (right or left) for tool use.
• Exposure to chemicals, inhalation, and skin contact.
• Pushing and pulling. See, hear, smell, talk.
• Basic math and writing skills.

Please send cover letter, resume to nicole@edinaswim.com.

Posted 5/7/2024

 

Head Swim Team Coach
The Fox Cities YMCA Swim Team (FCYST) is hiring a head swim team coach. As a head coach, you’ll work with swimmers of all ages and abilities, sharing your experience as a competitive swimmer & athlete. Lead practices from both the water & from the dry deck and attend all swim meets, including being able to help host events. Coaches within the Y need to be excellent communicators, being able to share athletic information with parents about team activities, practices and events, along with helping to manage team staff. Swim coaches at the Y get to share their passion for the sport with the next generation of swimmers.

This is a full-time position. The FCYST swim team is home to both state- & national-level athletes. The FCYST team also hosts the state's largest outdoor swim meet!

The Fox Cities YMCA Swim Team (FCYST) is a club swim team that is both YMCA and USA Swimming sponsored. We hold athletes & coaching staff to a high standard by enforcing the core values of the Y.

Requirements

• Experience as a competitive youth swim coach is required, preferably a few years &/or seasons.
• Supervise & develop swimmers, coaches and volunteers in a competitive sport environment.
• Certification in Lifeguarding, CPR, First-Aid & AED or be willing to obtain through the YMCA once hired. 
• Monitor team registrations and retention to ensure quality & growth within the entire FCYST program.
• Previous experience working within web-based application/platform.
• Ability to support the Y's mission through program development, staff & volunteer relationships and overall positive leadership.

Full-time benefits of joining our team:

• Free Family YMCA membership
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off, holiday and sick time off
• Discounts on programs, classes, child care, and more!
• Y Retirement Plan and 403(B) Retirement Option

Click here to view a summary of our Full-Time Benefits.

At the Y, you will have the opportunity to grow in a professional, supportive environment. Here, you can apply your experience, knowledge and abilities, while discovering new talents within yourself as you affect positive change in the lives of those around you. The benefits of working at the YMCA stay with you for a lifetime. Discover your passion at the Y!

The YMCA is for all. We make sure that everyone, no matter their age, gender, race, ability, or any other identifier, is welcomed as part of the YMCA family.  We are proud to celebrate diversity as an equal opportunity workplace. 

Apply Online with Quick Access to the Job Post

For Questions contact: TracyCook@ymcafoxcities.org / 920.637.4083

Assistant Head Swim Team Coach
The Fox Cities YMCA Swim Team (FCYST) is hiring an assistant head swim team coach. As a assistant coach, you’ll work with swimmers of all ages and abilities, sharing your experience as a competitive swimmer & athlete. Lead practices from both the water & from the dry deck and attend all swim meets, including being able to help host events. Coaches within the Y need to be excellent communicators, being able to share athletic information with parents about team activities, practices and events, along with helping to manage team staff. Swim coaches at the Y get to share their passion for the sport with the next generation of swimmers.

This is a full-time position. The FCYST swim team is home to both state- & national-level athletes. The FCYST team also hosts the state's largest outdoor swim meet!

The Fox Cities YMCA Swim Team (FCYST) is a club swim team that is both YMCA and USA Swimming sponsored. We hold athletes & coaching staff to a high standard by enforcing the core values of the Y.

Requirements

• Experience as a competitive youth swim coach is preferred.
• Supervise & develop swimmers, coaches and volunteers in a competitive sport environment.
• Certification in Lifeguarding, CPR, First-Aid & AED or be willing to obtain through the YMCA once hired.  
• Support team registrations and retention to ensure quality & growth within the entire FCYST program.
• Previous experience working within web-based application/platform.
• Ability to support the Y's mission through program development, staff & volunteer relationships and overall positive leadership.

Full-time benefits of joining our team:

• Free Family YMCA membership
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off, holiday and sick time off
• Discounts on programs, classes, child care, and more!
• Y Retirement Plan and 403(B) Retirement Option

Click here to view a summary of our Full-Time Benefits.

At the Y, you will have the opportunity to grow in a professional, supportive environment. Here, you can apply your experience, knowledge and abilities, while discovering new talents within yourself as you affect positive change in the lives of those around you. The benefits of working at the YMCA stay with you for a lifetime. Discover your passion at the Y!

The YMCA is for all. We make sure that everyone, no matter their age, gender, race, ability, or any other identifier, is welcomed as part of the YMCA family.  We are proud to celebrate diversity as an equal opportunity workplace. 

Apply Online with Quick Access to the Job Post

For Questions contact: TracyCook@ymcafoxcities.org / 920.637.4083

Posted 3/14/2024

 

Lead Senior Group Coach
Lake Country Swim Team is seeking a coach to lead our Senior Sterling Silver training group.  The position also includes serving as an assistant and substitute for our Senior Gold practice group and other Senior training groups.  This can be a full-time or part-time position depending on the qualifications and availability of the candidate.  The part-time position has an hourly rate of $22-$30 per hour depending on the experience of the candidate.  Full-time compensation is comparable, and it includes a medical insurance stipend, matching IRA contributions, performance bonus plan, meet travel expenses and private lesson and clinic opportunities for additional income.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a group lead coach for our Sterling Silver practice group including the administrative and communication responsibilities associated with that position.
• Prepare and administer practices for assigned group based on training plan developed in collaboration with the Senior Head Coach and Head Coach.
• Attend meets scheduled for assigned practice group.
• Communicate effectively with parents and swimmers regarding group objectives and swimmer development.
• Model excellent character promoting values like hard work, commitment, integrity, teamwork, sportsmanship, etc.
• Assist and substitute practices as needed.
• Other administrative tasks assigned by the Head Coach.

Qualifications:

• Current Coach Member in good standing with USA Swimming, or the ability to become certified.
• Current Lifeguard certification or ability to become certified.
• Coaching experience and proven success with both developmental and elite swimmers
• Ability to manage and develop assistant coaches.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

To apply, or for more information contact:
Mark Kohnhorst
Lakecountryswim@sbcglobal.net
(262) 367-7657

Posted 3/9/2024

 

Head Coach
Job Classification: Part-Time
Reports to: Recreation Program Coordinator
Supervises: Tosa Aquatic Club Assistant Coaches
The Tosa Aquatic Club Head Coach is a part time position responsible for the direct supervision of the Tosa Aquatic Club (USA Competitive Swim Team) and Assistant Coaches as assigned. Tosa Aquatic Club is based in Wauwatosa, WI, a suburb of Milwaukee. This position requires solid leadership, but more important a dedication to coaching swimmers to reach their full potential. A successful candidate will possess a high degree of patience, dependability and a strong commitment to communication with Recreation Program Coordinator, assistant coaches, parent board and swimmers and parents.

Qualifications:

• Must possess current Red Cross Lifeguarding certification.  Water Safety Instructor (W.S.I.) certification or equivalent experience/training preferred (instructor is responsible for updating and keeping certification current). Able to obtain Safety Training for Swim Coaches, and USA certification within 60 days of hire, or show proof that it has been completed, and maintain USA Coaching certifications and standards.  Must also be able to pass the USA Swimming background check and Wauwatosa School District background check prior to final hire.
• Have at least 3 years of coaching background; Club Head coaching experience desired.
• Have a passion for competitive swimming, enthusiasm for working with young athletes, and be able to teach and motivate swimmers with a positive approach.
• Available for at least 4 weeknight practices (and any morning practices added to the schedule, or the ability to schedule coaches for morning practices)
• Maintain discipline and safety at practices. Develop a system for determining what the problem is and how to handle it (i.e. talk to swimmer, call caregiver, have swimmer sit out of practice, etc). Inform Assistant Coaches of procedures.

Essential Job Functions:

• Seek out, interview and secure assistant coaching staff as needed, with approval from the Program Coordinator. Confirm potential assistant coaches with Recreation Coordinator on preferred hire (Program Coordinator will reach out to the candidate to complete the hiring process).
• Set practice times for groups in the allotted time available.
• Develop daily practices and conduct practices.
• Organize stroke clinics.
• Ability to write/modify practices for various levels of ability
• Work with Assistant Coaches to develop daily practice plans and seasonal plans; encourage coaches to write their own practices with guidance from the Head Coach.
• Have a strong knowledge of stroke and swimming technique 
• Coach weekend meets or designate/assign coaches to club designated meets and notify the Recreation Department, in advance, of who will be the coach on deck. 
• Encourage swimmers to participate in USA swimming sanctioned swim meets and assist parents in determining which events would be appropriate for their child to swim. 
• Organize relay teams/events for designated meets.
• Keep track of coaches hours at meets and submit a list of meets with coaches hours for payroll.
• Inform Recreation Coordinator of coaches meeting for payroll purposes.
• Work closely with the Wauwatosa Recreation Department Program Coordinator and TOSA Aquatic Club Parent Board.  Attend monthly board meetings.
• Pick meets for the season with the Parent Board
• Develop a method, along with the assistant coaches, for setting goals for the team and individual swimmers.
• Establish and enforce rules of conduct for practices and at swim meets (this includes in the pool, locker rooms and general school areas)
• Communicate with parents and swimmers (check ins, feedback, concerns, etc) including, but not limited to, concerns about coaches and addressing those concerns.
• Maintain Team Unify website (designate someone in case of emergency)
• Manage/Maintain/Update team and swimmer records
• Maintain Concussion Information and Acknowledgement Forms
• Schedule (book facility space through rec), organize and facilitate New Swimmer Meeting as well Team Meeting.

Physical Requirements:

• The employee must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Physical requirements will include sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, pushing, pulling. 

Reach out to murphykr@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us for more information. 

Posted 3/6/2024

 

Assistant Aquatics Director
Under the direction of the Aquatics Director provide general oversight and safety of members and guests at the Kettle Moraine YMCA aquatic facilities. Provide general oversight for pool decks, aquatic facilities and swimming pools. 

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide direct oversight of daily pool operations.
2. Enforcing safety rules, supervising/protecting guests/swimmers, rendering first aid/emergency care and monitor lifeguard performance expectations.
3. Work with the Aquatics Director to oversee the scheduling of employees
4. Monitor and maintain oversight for operating equipment including First Aid kits
5. Keeps record of aquatics staff certifications and ensure all staff maintain current certifications
6. Provide general oversight to assure and achieve consistent operating practices 
7. Perform oversight of daily facility maintenance and sanitation duties to provide and maintain a safe and aesthetically inviting aquatic facility for guests/swimmers
8. Plan, schedule and conduct in-service training for Aquatics staff.
9. Develop, implement, and monitor programming and schedules for Aquatics operations
10. Clearly describe and assign responsibility and authority for the operation of the department.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader):

Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Y’s values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives.   Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.

Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.

Operational Effectiveness: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Effectively creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance.  Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent with three years of progressive aquatic experience.   
2. Previous supervisory experience preferred. 
3. Current Lifeguard Certification and current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification, (YSL) or American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, (WSI) preferred; certifications required within 60 days of hire.
4. Strong communication and leadership skills.
5. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
6. Valid Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Ability move quickly in emergency situations, strenuous activity at times and on occasion assist or lift persons in distress of varying weights.
2. Required to remain alert and vigilant while sitting, standing, or walking for various lengths of time.
3. Regularly lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
4. Ability to tolerate a fast paced, loud, and humid environment.

Apply here or reach out to: 
Macy Schlosser
HR Generalist
262-247-1028
mschlosser@kmymca.org
https://www.kmymca.org/

Posted 2/17/2024