Assistant Swim Coach

Assistant Swim Coach

The Beede Swim and Fitness Center is seeking a part-time Coach forour Youth Swim Team, the Otters. Part of the Metrowest Swim League, ourrecreational team is designed to provide a positive team environment forlearning good sportsmanship through competitive swimming. Otters begin with thefundamental skills and we build from there to allow each swimmer to achievetheir individual goals. Our Otters team is an inclusive community and weprovide a safe and healthy environment for all of our swimmers to begin alifelong love of swimming. Practices are Monday-Friday 5-7:30P and Sundays3:00-5:30P. Flexible schedules can be set up. Candidates must be team players,dependable, and motivated. CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED,Water Safety Instructor, ASCA certification or equivalentrequired. Lifeguard certification is preferred.


The Concord Recreation Department's mission is to support andpromote community through wellness and play. With a team of 16 full-timeemployees and over 150 part-time seasonal employees, we are proud to serve as aregional leader in municipal recreation services. Our team offers innovativeand expansive programs and events year-round for people of all ages, abilities,and backgrounds. Employees of the Recreation Department receive freememberships to the Beede Swim and Fitness Center, significant discounts tochildcare programs including summer camp and preschool, as well as generousdiscounts to other year-round program offerings.

Pay range is $15.50 - $19.50/hour; starting pay is based onqualifications.

Applications will continue to be accepted untilfilled. All applications will bereviewed and the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to one ormore interviews and/or other assessments. Applicants will be notified of theirstanding in the process as soon as a decision has been made regarding theirindividual application.

Appointmentof the final candidate will be contingent upon the results of pre-placementconditions including criminal and motor vehicle record checks, a physical exam,and a drug screening. Costs for these pre-placement requirements will beborne by the Town.

The Town of Concord, MA is EEO Employer. We value diversity and welcome candidates ofall backgrounds to apply.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Department:

Human Services, Recreation Division

Salary Grade:

MISC

Reports To:

Beede Program Manager

FLSA Status:

Hourly

Appointed By:

Town Manager

Date:

February 2022

GENERAL SUMMARY:


Under the general supervision of the Aquatics Program Manager, performs varied tasks in instructing and administering Aquatics programs. Responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under their direction and control. Performs varied and responsible duties requiring a thorough knowledge of departmental operations and the exercise of judgment and initiative in completing tasks, particularly in situations not clearly defined by precedent or established procedures. Incumbent is called upon to handle a significant amount of details, each varying from the other in substance and content, requiring incumbent to approach workload with flexibility.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:


External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case by case basis.

• Provides participants of various ages and abilities with workouts and advises on swimming technique.
• Remains aware of all fitness and pool related classes and programs run by the Recreation Division.
• Provides adequate notice if unable to work a scheduled shift; arranges for a substitute coach and obtains approval from Management.
• Arrives on time and is ready to work when each assigned practice begins.
• Attends mandatory in-service training sessions and staff meetings.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Required certifications: CPR for the 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 to 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 deal with multiple tasks at the same time.
• 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. Regularly required to use 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 work is performed in a normal office environment, not subject to extreme variations of temperature, noise, odors, etc. Frequently subjected to the demands of other individuals and the volume and /or rapidity with which tasks must be accomplished.


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.


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.


This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.