Head Competitive Swimming Director

YMCA
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The Soundview Stingrays were organized in 1972 and began their collaboration with the Y in 2010. Come join this competitive and fun team. 
Job Description

This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization. The Competitive Swimming Director is responsible for the leadership and management of the swim team in accordance with the rules and regulations set by the YMCA of the USA, USA Swimming, and the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA. The Competitive Swimming Director is expected to form positive relationships, mentor as appropriate and effectively communicate with coaching staff, swim team members, swim team parents, and the YMCA community.

Qualifications

At least 21 years old with minimum three (3) years’ experience coaching a competitive program.

Lifeguarding, CPRPR, First Aid, AED, O2, ASCA, and YMCA coaching certifications.

Safety Training for swim coaches within first 30 days of employment.

Safe Sports Act training within first 90 days of employment.

Proven experience in the management of competitive swimming and the ability to teach technique instruction for all ages and abilities.

Advanced knowledge in practical, theoretical and psychological concepts of competitive swimming.

Active membership in local, regional, and national swim coaching organizations.

Proven ability to supervise, recruit, train, and support staff and volunteers.

Demonstrated leadership skills in an outgoing, friendly, assertive, professional, and mature manner.

Excellent planning and organizational skills.

Looking for an August start for Short Course Season 

The ideal candidate understands the sport and wishes to establish “A CULTURE” of TEAM, a fun group of friends at all ages while at the same time possesses the skill set to challenge and encourage the older more committed student/athletes to be the best that they can be.

Essential Functions
  • Demonstrates and models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
  • Leads, develops, and oversees thecompetitive swim program in a manner consistent with YMCA core values.
  • Recruits, trains, supervises, and evaluates program staff, maintains a high-quality professional staff.
  • Manages program in accordance with YMCA guidelines, including arranging tryouts, preparing trainingplans, swim meet and team administration, and volunteer recruitment and training.
  • Develops annual swim team budget and marketing plan in coordination with Executive Director.
  • Maintains accurate swimmer skill and time records, responsible for recognition and certifications.
  • Schedules swim meets and team building events and coordinates logistics with parent committee.
  • Supervises swim meet activities including warm-ups and events; follows all aquatic procedures and guidelines including those pertaining to health and safety, rosters, forms, meet achievements, reports, and staff expectations.
  • Coordinates team practice schedules with the Aquatics Director that will not conflict with member programs.
  • Provides opportunities to develop new team members through clinics.
  • Maintains physical presence at all times with swim team and staff and remains aware of pool surroundings and participants in the pool.
  • Develops positive relationships with participants and staff providing motivational support and guidance; maintains consistent scheduled office hours.
  • Assists with community events such as Healthy Kids Day, Open Houses, and Annual Campaign.
  • Shares responsibility for the success of the overall Branch performance and helps maintain a positive image for the YMCA.
  • Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures, and those for the prevention of child abuse.
  • Attends and participates in program activities, staff meetings, and staff trainings.  
  • Participates in workshops, trainings, and seminars that will enhance professional growth.
  • Performs other job-related duties as may be periodically assigned.
Required Certifications
  • At least 21 years old with minimum three (3) years’ experience coaching a competitive program.
  • Lifeguarding, CPRPR, First Aid, AED, O2, ASCA, and YMCA coaching certifications.
  • Safety Training for swim coaches within first 30 days of employment.
  • Safe Sports Act training within first 90 days of employment.