Assistant Swim Coach II

ROLE AND PURPOSE

Provides professional level swim coach knowledge and skills including proper stroke and racing techniques, season planning, and effective communication with staff and parents. This position will assist the USAS Head Coach in establishing a quality aquatics program to meet the needs of all ages and abilities under the guidelines established by USA Swimming, the District objectives, and best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS:

    Education/Certification:

• Associate's degree (or 60 hours of college credit)
• Current USA Swimming certified swim coach
• American Red Cross Certified in Safety Training for Swim Coaches, or equivalent Lifeguard
Training
• American Red Cross Certified in First Aid/CPR, or equivalent
• Completion of USA Swimming's "Quality of Coaching Framework" or equivalent

   Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years USA Swimming Age Group coaching experience (or comparable)
• One or more years administrative experience working with meet entries and "Team Unify" online
processes
• Ability to work effectively in cooperation with other district staff
• Previous experience creating practices and skill sets to be vertically aligned from novice athletes
to age group athletes

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Mentally and physically fit
• Previous experience working with children in an instructional and/or athletic setting
• Enthusiasm for swimming activities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with staff, athletes, and parents
• Knowledge of Team and Meet Management software
• Knowledge of swim group developmental progressions
• Working with other instructors and coaches to align with Age Group progression

   MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

I. INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT:

• Developing a season plan for the Age Group Swim Program
• Coordinate bi-annual parent meetings for Age Group Swim Program
• Attending LSC meetings as assigned
• Regularly communicates with other coaches to ensure a cohesive program
• Enhance the team-first culture among swimmers, parents, and staff
• Emphasize the development of sound technical fundamentals in the four competitive strokes
and implement the training process in order for swimmers to develop their full potential
• Maintain an accurate and current roster with the Secretary for Facilities and Head Coach
• Communicate with swimmers, parents, and other USAS staff in a professional and courteous
manner
• Be adaptable and flexible in acceptance of changes in techniques and procedures
• Perform safety checks of the facility and equipment as directed
• Maintain a professional level of confidentiality regarding all district matters
• Support the goals and objectives of the district and follow district policies

II. OTHER DUTIES:

• Under general direction of Aquatics Coordinator and Head Coach, performs assigned coaching duties in accordance with seasonally outline, practice schedules, and be supportive of overall philosophy and direction of AAC (and AISD Aquatics)
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Aquatic Coordinator and Head Coach
• Taking initiative to assist and engage with operational activities outside of your operational areas when needs arise
• Assists other coaches/instructors as needed
• Enthusiastically promote the activities of the swim club
• Attend all required meetings
• Participate in mandatory continuing education/in-service

III. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

IV. WORKING CONDITIONS:

MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Athletic equipment, standard office equipment including computer
and peripherals, and other instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED)
• Posture: Prolonged standing; kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
• Motion: Frequent walking and physical movements associated with sport(s) assigned
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather);
exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress,
with frequent interruptions

Part-Time/Temporary employees will be paid at the minimum hourly rate for the full-time equivalent position's pay range. Variations to this standard as a result of market availability of applicants for a particular position may vary with Human Resources advance review and approval.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.