Swim Team Coach

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The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we're looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.

At the Y, we're an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone especially children experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential.

Nature And Scope

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the guidance of the Aquatic Director the Swim Team Coach is responsible for the implementation of the Competitive and / or Recreational Swimming Program following the YMCA Philosophy, Aquatic Guidelines, and the YMCA Competitive Sports Guidelines.

Minimum Requirements

• Candidates must have a background in competitive swimming either as a coach or swimmer.
• High degree of human relation skills : strong communication and relationship building skills with swimmers, parents, and coaches.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and manage information to program participants, community leaders, volunteers and staff of all ages.
• 2-3 years of coaching experience with various ages.
• Applicant must have excellent teaching skills with expert knowledge of training and stroke development.
• Ability to establish, collaborate and maintain relationships with all stakeholders.
• Exemplify YMCA ideals, leadership qualities and a professional image.
• A high level of knowledge of computers, various technology and applications.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, problem solve and possess effective time management skills.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• YMCA Team Leader certification preferred (within 1st Year).
• YMCA Swim Instructor Certification (within 1st 90 days).
• Minimum age of 21.
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check, drug screen and motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES (Leader)

Work Environment & Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather) and extreme heat (non-weather). The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand; walk and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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