Competitive Swim Coach - Spurlino Family YMCA - Tampa, FL

The Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA is seeking a Competitive Swim Coach to launch a new chapter of the Association’s Stingrays swim club at the Spurlino Family YMCA. Featuring a 30,000-square-foot outdoor aquatics center, Spurlino draws participants from some of Florida’s fastest-growing communities. The head coach will benefit from the support and expertise of the Association’s established competitive swim program while building a new team at a flagship YMCA in the heart of Southern Hillsborough County.  

Join our team and make a splash in the lives of youth and families alike, in and out of the swimming pool.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Head Swim Coach with the development and implementation of workouts, trainings and season plans.
• Lead supervised structured practices and/or dry land trainings, ensure attendance is documented.
• Evaluate swimmer ability/performance and plan strategies for their improvement.
• Assist in coordinating and executing swim team competitions and meet registrations.
• Attend specified competitions, training and/or special events as directed by the Head Swim Coach or Director of Competitive & Developmental Swimming. 
• Develop and implement recruitment and retention strategies for athletes in the program. 
• Follow all safety recommendations and guidelines per Tampa YMCA policies and USA Swimming
• Communicate program information effectively and in a timely manner to supervisors, participants and their families.
• Establishes and maintains a team attitude, and encourages good sportsmanship for athletes and parents.
• Attend all required staff meetings.

Education/ Experience Required:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma preferred.
• A Minimum 2+ years of experience coaching swimming or 2+ years in competitive swimming.
• Knowledge of USA regulations and safety requirements.

Certifications/Trainings Required:

• Must obtain within 30 days of employment and maintain current certifications in BLS CPR/AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration.
• USA Swimming Coaching Certification required.