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Recreation Worker II - Assistant Swim Coach (Temporary)

City of Galt

Galt, CA | Temporary

$20k-28k (estimate)

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Recreation Worker II - Assistant Swim Coach (Temporary)

City of Galt Galt, CA

$20k-28k (estimate)

Temporary | Public Administration 1 Month Ago

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City of Galt is Hiring a Recreation Worker II - Assistant Swim Coach (Temporary) Near Galt, CA

ABOUT GALT

Incorporated in 1946, Galt is a growing community with approximately 25,000 residents located approximately 20 miles south of Sacramento along Highway 99. The City is led by five elected council members, the Mayor being appointed.
Galt offers affordable housing with a small town atmosphere, perfect for raising young families as well as a great opportunity for new businesses.

The City is known for its annual Independence Day Celebration with fireworks and the Winter Bird Festival. We also offer the Galt Market, an open air market held every Tuesday and Wednesday offering great deals on fresh fruits and vegetables, clothing, home furnishings and much more.
Sports and Recreation are key to Galt's quality of life. Enhanced by its mild seasonal climate and numerous parks, Galt features a variety of activities for youth and adults such as t-ball, baseball, football, soccer, swimming and swim lessons, karate, exercise classes and many more choices to meet the needs of the community.
The City of Galt is located in the heart of the Delta Recreation Area in Northern, California. Thirty minutes away are the Sierra Foothills and the Sacramento Delta. Reno, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the CA coast are all within a two hour drive making Galt a recreational haven for boat lovers and outdoorsmen alike.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Galt is accepting applications for Assistant Swim Coach.

Temporary/Seasonal Position
March 2024 through July 2024
Work Schedules Varies
Approximately 18 - 36 hrs. per week

The successful candidate will work:

April 2, 2024 -June 7, 2024

3:30PM - 8:00PM weekdays and some Saturdays

June 10, 2024 - July 28, 2024

6:00AM - 10:30AM weekdays and some Saturdays

Note: Applications for this position will be reviewed on an ongoing basis with no final filing date. This recruitment may close without notice once a sufficient number of applications have been received as deemed by the City of Galt.

Under direct supervision, employees in this "at-will" classification perform a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in the areas of recreation. This position is a temporary seasonal for the aquatics recreational swim team. This position will assist the Swim Coach in overseeing the operations of a recreational swim team program including, but not limited to scheduling, training, and evaluating swim team practices and competitive meets.

Recreation: Conducts or assists in the organization of community recreation programs, sports and aquatic activities and special events.

Depending on assignment, typical duties include, but are not limited to: assist in the operations of a community program and/or gymnasium facility; provide support services to department staff; interact and communicate with the public; promote a safe environment for both staff and patrons; perform a variety of office and computer tasks and other related duties as assigned. Program areas include, but are not limited to sports, crafts, special events, aquatics, life guarding, swim instruction, day camps, pre-school, after school and senior program, concession cashiering and cleaning of facilities. The level II of this classification is distinguished by increased level of responsibility by being assigned to the ASES Program, to lifeguard position, or responsible for the direction of a small work crew.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

The following duties are typical for this position:

Efficient and effective supervision of the pool and facility during the respective workout period and swim meets.
Work with the Swim Coach, Pool Manager and Recreation Supervisor to plan the swim team season including practice times, swim meets, and social activities.
Work with the Swim Coach, Pool Manager and the Recreation Supervisor to communicate information to all swim coaches, lifeguards and patrons.
Responsible for the care and maintenance of equipment and supplies utilized during practices or swim meets.
Promote team spirit and pride at all times
Maintain positive public relations with all facility guests, parents/guardians and participants.
Oversee the actions of "Gator Aides" and swimmers.
Responsible for keeping accurate records of swim meet results for all swimmers.
Assists with entries for meets, with maximum participation as the primary consideration for all participants.
Maintain discipline and control during workouts and at meets, through the enforcement of the facility rules.
Promote and enforce safety procedures; render first aid and CPR as required.
Coach and instruct children in techniques specific to the sport.
Actively recruit new swimmers to perpetuate the program and encourages all swimmers to attain their maximum potential.
Communicate City, League and Board information to the participants.
Communicate all issues, questions, concerns from staff and customers.
Plan activities to increase the spirit and enthusiasm of swimmers, families and coaches.
Attend all required trainings.
Work in a safe manner and report any unsafe activity or condition. Follow safety policy and practices and adhere to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting and monitoring.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard Training Certification which includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid or equivalent.
Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This
includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Ability to:

Swim with proficiency and endurance for lessons and rescues.
Communicate tactfully with swimmers, parents, board members, coaches and staff; address public and customer questions and concerns;
Respond to emergency situations in a calm and effective manner; administer first aid and CPR,
Communicate orally and in writing with the ability to gather, analyze, and report information.

Education and Experience: Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Recreation: Must be at least eighteen (18) years old at time of hire Some experience in recreation work or directing group activities is highly desirable. Must pass fingerprint clearance if 18 years of age or older in accordance with State law for all public recreation employees and volunteers who have direct contact with minors.

Special Requirements:

Possession of an American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard Training Certification which includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid or equivalent at time of appointment.
Must have a current and valid TB Test pursuant to Public Resources Code 5163.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background investigation, including fingerprinting. May be required to work a varied schedule of hours, which may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays at a variety of City facilities. Work may be occasionally performed indoors. Basic cleaning of facilities may include exposure to cleaning agents .

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Depending on assignment, must possess strength, stamina and mobility to work indoors in an office setting/recreational facility or to perform required work out doors including: frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, climbing, and walking on uneven surfaces; lifting up to 40 pounds with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; use of standard office equipment and/or recreation equipment including a computer and handheld devices; constant use of overall vision; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone and/or radio. Must be willing to work out doors in all weather conditions with possible exposure to loud noise, traffic, and potentially hazardous conditions such as exposure to chemicals, fumes and other environmental substances.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS:

Employees may work in the field and are occasionally exposed to loud noise levels, cold and/or hot temperatures, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards. Incumbents may be exposed to blood and body fluids rendering First Aid and CPR are required to wear appropriate attire for the recreation activity to which they are assigned. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures