Swim Coach

Description

Definition:

Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, assists in the management and supervision of the general operation of the aquatic's facility, while performing the responsibilities of a swim coach and lifeguard.

Examples of Duties

Essential Job Duties:

The following tasks are essential for this position. Incumbents in this classification may not perform all of these tasks or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.

• Designs, organizes, executes and maintain workout programs for both the novice and masters swim programs.

• Maintains attendance and other related operations and financial records, prepares written reports and submits recommendations to the Recreation Supervisor.

• Responds to questions and inquiries from the general public in a professional manner.

• Establishes and maintains effective communication, coordination, and working relationships with City staff and the general public.

• Assists in conducting and participating in various training sessions.

• Communicates with aquatic staff. Including swim school staff, lifeguards and swim instructors.

• Maintains pool grounds and aquatic equipment used during training sessions and events, and assures pool facility is maintained in a neat, clean, and orderly manner.

• Administers First Aid, CPR/AED, or rescuing swimmer(s), completes as needed.

• Enforces pool rules, regulations and standards of safety within City policies and guidelines and in accordance with State health codes and the United States Swimming regulations.

• Completes any/all required report after witnessing or providing assistance/care for any/all situations.

• Oversees the maintenance of pool, including chemical balance, flow/filtration, heater/solar, etc.

• Guards on deck, as needed.

• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

• Incumbent may work irregular schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge, Skill and Ability:

Knowledge of:

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification.

• America Red Cross Swim Coach Certification.

• American Red Cross Water Safety Instruction Certification.

• USA Swim Coach Head Coach certification ADM Age group certification for young swimmers.

• USA Swim Coach Head Coach certification ADM Age group certification senior development swimmers.

Skill and Ability to:

• Provide exceptional customer service.

• Perform physical water test indicating competence of rescuing skills.

• Stay alert and attentive and assert good judgment.

• Remain patient and understanding in dealing with patrons of all ages.

• Maintain open lines of communication.

Training and Experience:

• Three years of previous aquatics experience is required.

• Three years of assisting coaching novice and adult/master swim programs and workouts.

• Experience teaching/instructing swim lessons of all ages and skill levels.

• Aquatic experience and participation in swimming for club, high school, college and/or master programs.

Supplemental Information

Licenses and Certificates:

• American Red Cross lifeguard current certification is required and to be maintained.

• America Red Cross swim coach current certification is required and to be maintained.

• American Red Cross water safety instruction current certification is required and to be maintained.

• American Red Cross certificates in First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, and Lifeguarding is to be current certification is required and to be maintained.

• All certificates must be maintained as a condition of employment and all certifications as currently required by USA swimming and the City must be maintained.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Requires ability to stand, stoop, reach, and bend.

• Required mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate.

• Requires ability to stand for long periods of time.

• Requires ability to lift, push, or pull.

• May require water rescues, with First Aid and/or CPR/AED as needed.

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

• May be required to use personal vehicle in the course of City employment.

• May be required to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, and/or weekends.

This position is a temporary position and not eligible to participate in any benefit programs of the City, except those mandated by federal or state law.

Must participate in a PARS Alterantive Retirement System 457 Plan as a replacement for Social Security.

Agency City of Calabasas

Address 100 Civic Center Way

Calabasas, California, 91302

Phone 818-224-1667

Website https://www.cityofcalabasas.com/