Head Swim Coach

Head Swim Coach The Town of Concord is looking for a passionate part‑time Head Swim Coach to join our Recreation team at the Beede Swim & Fitness Center. As a staple in the community, the Beede Center boasts a full‑service natatorium, including four pools and state‑of‑the‑art fitness amenities. The successful candidate will coach one of the Beede Center’s established swim team programs, including our in‑house youth swim team, the Otters, or the adult master’s program. The Head Coach will create practice plans and mentor assistant coaches when applicable. This is an hourly, part‑time position. Pay: $20.00 – $31.00 per hour, starting pay based on qualifications. Responsibilities Provide participants of various ages and abilities with workouts and advise on swimming technique. Stay aware of all fitness and pool‑related classes and programs run by the Recreation Division. Provide adequate notice if unable to work a scheduled shift; arrange for a substitute coach and obtain approval from management. Arrive on time and be ready to work when each assigned practice begins. Attend mandatory in‑service training sessions and staff meetings. Supervisory Responsibility None. Education & Experience Required certifications: CPR for Professional Rescuer, AED, Water Safety Instructor, ASCA certification or equivalent. Preferred certifications: Lifeguard training. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Specialized knowledge in Aquatics; ability to teach and mentor members in skill development and fairly and tactfully enforce facility rules and regulations. Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with all members of the public, including children and young adults, in a courteous manner. Ability to maintain a variety of records and statistics. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Regular attendance at the workplace is required. Working Conditions & Physical Demands Regularly required to stand, walk, crouch, stoop, reach, crawl, climb, talk, sit and hear for extended periods. Requires use of hands to finger, handle, and feel objects or equipment. Noise is moderate to loud at times, and some work may be performed outdoors under various weather conditions. Vision and hearing at or correctable to normal ranges. Some tasks performed in a normal office environment, not subject to extreme variations of temperature, noise, odors, etc. Frequently subjected to demands of others and the volume or rapidity with which tasks must be completed. Operates computer, printer, video display terminal, typewriter, calculator, telephone, copier, facsimile machine and all other standard office equipment requiring eye‑hand coordination and finger dexterity. Operates pool and fitness equipment. EEO Statement The Town of Concord, MA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future. #J-18808-Ljbffr