Head Swim Team Coach

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Great opportunity for a dynamic, skilled, and motivated coach to lead an established year-round swim team for the Wellmark YMCA in Des Moines!  This position is a part of the Y’s aquatics leadership team, working together to deliver high quality, impactful programming for the people we serve.  

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for planning, managing, and directing the competitive swim team and for ensuring the safety of participants while operating within the policies, procedures, and practices of the YMCA of Greater Des Moines. 

JOB LOCATION: Wellmark YMCA - Des Moines, Iowa
HOURS/DAYS SCHEDULE: 40 hour work week including early mornings, evenings and/or weekend hours to accommodate practice schedules and swim competitions.
HOURLY RATE: $17.00-$20.00/hour 
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: March 26, 2025 - Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Hire, supervise, train and direct assistant coaches. 
2. In conjunction with supervisor, prepare season training plan/themes/focus and develop team events. 
3. Plan, write, schedule, and direct all team practices and meets. 
4. Maintain proper records, team lists, and reports as needed. 
5. Address member concerns by appointments and/or phone conversations.
6. Relate to individual members on a professional basis at all times. 
7. Monitor and maintain equipment. 
8. Ensure safety of participants by enforcing policies and disciplinary rules.
9. Report specific problems or needs to supervisor or designated staff person.
10. Create an environment that welcomes all types of swimmers from varying levels and  backgrounds. 
11. Communicate with the team and staff information regarding team activities, meets, goals and daily training plans. 
12. Develop and execute the practice plan.
13. Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person.
14. Demonstrate and support the objectives of the Association as embodied in the mission statement and values.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Ability to read, write, and perform simple mathematical functions  
2. Completion of high school or equivalent  
3. Two years of competitive coaching experience 
4. Working knowledge of competitive teams  
5. American Red Cross Safety Training for Swim Coaches (Lifeguard certification will be  accepted with proof of successful completion of the online Safety Training for Swim  Coaches certification)  
6. YMCA Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving Online Course prior to hire.  
7. Registered USA Swimming Coach preferred
8. Current Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED Certification OR equivalent – prior to starting.
9. Additional training to be completed within the first 30 days and maintained afterwards.