Jan 12, 2025

Indy Aquatic Masters Head Coach

Full time Masters Coach

Job Description

Indy Aquatic Masters, Inc. (IAM) is a 300+ member adult aquatic fitness program dedicated to helping adults incorporate healthier lifestyles through swimming. Our 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation was established in 2011. We are seeking a Masters Head Coach to lead our Masters swim club. 

 About the Masters Swim Club: IAM is a positive community of swimmers ages 18 and over including fitness, multisport, and competitive enthusiasts.  In addition to nearly 40 scheduled workouts per week, we offer clinics, competitions, and social activities. We utilize several facilities for Masters swim workouts in the greater Indianapolis area including the IU Natatorium, North Central High School, Brownsburg High School, the Riviera Club, Carmel High School, Carmel Swim Academy, Lawrence North High School, Center Grove High School, and the Jewish Community Center.

Requirements:

 ·         Professional swim coaching experience with Masters, high school, club, or college. (Minimum 5 years)

·         Personal competitive or fitness swimming experience.

·         ASCA/USMS Coach Certification Level I & II required (or planning to complete).

·         American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification including First Aid/CPR/AED (or planning to complete).

·         Able to write well-planned workouts that accommodate all skill levels and abilities.

·         Be able to nurture and motivate the non-competitive swimmer as well as the competitive swimmer.

·         Proficiency with computers (i.e. Google sheets/Excel, Google Docs/Word) and electronic communication.

·         Supervisory experience.

·         Public speaking skills.

Desirable Requirements:

 ·         Level III USMS Coach Certification.

·         Meet or event management experience.

·         Hy-tek software experience.

·         Knowledge of budgets and financial statements.

·         Experience working with a Board of Directors.

·         Emergency and safety protocol awareness.

·         Experience working with non-competitive athletes.

·         Experience conducting clinics and/or stroke analysis.

Duties:

Coaching (75%)

·         Conduct yourself in a positive and professional manner while coaching on deck.

·         Coach up to 10 practices per week at various locations and on weekends as needed.

·         Plan and attend competitions or events (i.e. social activities) in which a large group of our members would be attending to assist with hosting, coaching, and/or organizing relays.

·         Motivate members to participate in competitions, social events, and other program activities.

·         Conduct periodic stroke clinics and analysis.

·         Actively participate in the recruitment, mentoring, and supervision of the assistant coaches.

·         Conduct coaching staff meetings as needed.

Business Growth and Development (15%)

·         Work with the Executive Director as needed on program planning, budgeting, events, marketing, and communications.

·         Assist with establishing and negotiating facility contracts.

·         Seek opportunities to expand our program and workout offerings that are financially viable.

·         Actively recruit new members and seize opportunities that grow and retain membership.

·         Attend all Board of Directors quarterly meetings and provide a coaching progress report.

·         Maintain a good working relationship with the Indiana LMSC "GRIN" and attend meetings when possible.

Administrative (10%)

·         Input attendance electronically after each practice.

·         Plan and organize workouts that accommodate different skills and abilities on a weekly basis.

·         Provide updates to the coaching staff as needed.

·         Respond to current and prospective member inquiries in a timely fashion as needed.

This Position reports to the Board of Directors of Indy Aquatic Masters, Inc.

Hours and Salary Range: 35 hours per week - $47,000 - $50,000/year (salaried)

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to info@indyaquaticmasters.com.


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