ASSISTANT ARTISTIC SWIMMING COACH

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Head Coach-Artistic Swimming Competitive Aquatics, the Assistant Swim Coach will facilitate, develop, promote and reinforce technique and strength development standards with designated coaching groups. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develops athletes in all aspects of swimming including mental, psychological, and physical development. 
• Prepares and implements specialized skill workout as requested by Head Coach.
• Assists in coaching assigned groups and demonstrates the ability to work with all ages. 
• Provides positive, encouraging, and specific feedback to athletes on a daily basis with regard to stroke technique. 
• Organizes and directs swimmers at Level Testing, Clinics, and Local and Zone competitions
• Provides pre- and post-routine feedback to the swimmers at all competitions and level testings.
• Assists Head Coach in preparation of new season by giving feedback on practices, meets and programs.
• Communicates with parents in a positive & supportive manner. 
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff.
• Attends required meetings, clinics or team social functions.
• Keeps accurate attendance and all other records current and organized.
• Supports and participates in association Initiatives according to association criteria. 
• Partners with other departments or outside agencies as appropriate to ensure success.
• Builds relationships with members; encourages members to build relationships with other members and join in the YMCA movement.
• Facilitates and guides the teaching of the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in our YMCA programs. In addition, models these values personally.
• Maintains discipline with children during all activities under the guidelines of the Child Abuse Prevention Policy and Code of Conduct.
• Keeps Head Coach appraised of situations requiring his/her attention.
• Performs other job-related duties as requested and necessary.

PHILANTHROPY:

All YMCA staff are accountable for understanding the organization’s charitable status and mission to assure access for all through active participation in fundraising and philanthropy efforts.

• Work with the Development Team, HR and key philanthropy volunteers to increase your understanding and skill set.
• Build strategic relationships with members for year round member cultivation to increase the number of member campaign volunteers and donors. 
• Assist in achieving your department annual support campaign goal by directly and personally participating in campaign efforts and ongoing fundraising by identifying new volunteers and potential new donors.  

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve 
   others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and 
   perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s 
   point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; 
   speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to 
   another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
• Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
• Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an 
   openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. 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:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a coaching role. 
• Possess USAA Level I certification or obtain within 2 months of hire.
• Possess specialized/recognized certification or education that relates to the development of youth on an Artitisc Swim Team
• Excellent interpersonal skills that facilitate positive interactions between youth, parents and coworkers; the ability to deal cordially with a wide variety of personalities both on the phone, email and in person. 
• Demonstrated commitment to mission and purpose of the YMCA.
• Possess at hire and maintain CPR, AED and First Aid certifications.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to withstand being in the water for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight.
• Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
• Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency. 
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids is possible.

Abuse Prevention Responsibilities: 

All employees are expected to maintain boundaries, follow mandated reporting requirements, and uphold our policies and procedures to protect youth and participants. This includes attending required trainings. reporting suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and adhering to procedures that minimize risk. Supervisors are also responsible for providing oversight, feedback, and accountability to ensure staff and volunteers follow these standards. Our organization is committed to creating a safe environment.