Head Swim Team Coach

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Title : Swim Team Head Coach Boston YMCA Blue Fins

Reports to : Senior Aquatics Director

Position Type : Full time, Exempt

Position Summary :

The Boston YMCA Blue Fins is a registered USA Swim and National YMCA Swim Team with age group swim programs stating at age 8 through age 18 in middle school and high school.

The team competes in local, regional and national high level swim meets. *Must have active Lifeguard Certifications. (ex. YMCA, Red Cross)

Under the direction of the Senior Aquatics Director the Swim Team Head Coach is responsible for the management, development and success of the Boston YMCA Blue Fins Swim Team program, its athletes, staff and volunteers.

This position will actively work with swimmers coaching and implementing strategies to develop strong, confident athletes that strive to be their best, compete at their best and who demonstrate strong character in line with our core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

The Swim Team Head Coach will operate the program according to these principles and maintain consistent and professional communication with parents and volunteers as well as host and attend swim meets and manage administrative tasks required for success of the team.

Key Responsibilities

Key Functions / Responsibilities :

The Swim Team Head Coach will drive success in the following areas of responsibility to support a strong Swim Team experience :

Team & Swimmer Development : Develops and leads a quality swim team program that is inclusive and supports all athletes, staff and volunteers at all levels.

• Ensures a safe and welcoming environment at all times for all athletes, parents and staff.
• Develops age and skill level appropriate workouts and sets for daily practices. Sets standards for practices and goals for individual swimmers and team.
• Evaluates swimmer progress, offers individual feedback, guidance and coaching towards their goals.
• Acts as key liaison for the Boston YMCA Blue Fins with other teams, organizations, swim meets, etc.
• Hosts two large swim meets annually. Promotes and works with attending teams to ensure a quality experience.
• Collaborates with Senior Aquatics Director for pool times, swimmer needs, parent compliments and concerns.
• Role models the YMCA core values and leads by example the worth ethic, commitment and character expected from our swimmers.
• Provides swim assessments and additional clinics to prospective and current athletes.
• Holds swimmers accountable to standards of conduct.

Staff, Volunteer and Swim Meet Management : Leads others by example with strong, clear and achievable expectations in both results and conduct of character.

• Directly supervise full time assistant director, paid and volunteer coaches. Provide development and feedback to staff and volunteer team.
• Ensures compliance with mandatory certifications, safety protocols, policies and required training for all staff and volunteers in accordance with YMCA of the USA, YMCA of Greater Boston and USA Swim requirements.
• Hires, onboards and trains new staff and volunteers in accordance with YMCA best practices and guidelines.
• Process accurate payroll for paid staff
• Organize, promote and operate two large scale swim meets annually.

Administration : Utilizes strong organizational and communication skills to efficiently and effectively manage a quality Swim Team program.

• Accurately manages enrollment and team roster, ensures completed registration, forms and required documentation for each athlete.
• Ensures billing accuracy and fulfillment. Follows up with outstanding balances to collect.
• Develops and manages department budget of $425,000+ revenue and applicable expenses. Meets budget goals.
• Keeps in constant communication with parents and athletes via phone, text, email and other applicable systems
• Manages travel and hotel arrangements for self and staff / volunteers for swim meets. Coordinates with parents and athletes on travel arrangements for swim meets.
• Records athlete times in applicable systems required in a timely manner.
• Managements outside partnerships. Works with executive team on contract renewals.
• Manages team sponsorship(s) ensuring compliance with agreements, ease of access for athletes and parents, etc.
• Plans and facilitates annual lap-a-thon fundraising event. Meet or exceed fundraising goal.
• Takes an active role as part of the Burbank YMCA Leadership Team by attending team meetings, supporting branch wide initiatives, manager on duty, etc.

Education / Experience :

• Bachelor’s Degree Required.
• 3+ Years of Competitive Swim Coaching Experience Required
• Previous experience as a head coach or assistant coach preferred
• Previous experience hosting or operating swim meets preferred
• Swim Official and Lifeguard Certification a plus

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Develop strong relationships with athletes, parents and staff by being a good listener, caring about their well-being and checking in on their progress.

Takes initiative to make everyone around them feel welcome and safe.

• Exceptional organizational and decision making skills.
• Strong communication skills verbally (in person and over the phone) and written.
• Able to multi-task
• Budget management
• Able to be efficient, proficient and knowledgeable in competitive swimming and coaching
• Proficient use of MS Office products, Customer Management Systems (CMS), Swim Meet Management & Swim Time recording systems.

Benefits

Why work at the Y?

The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause.

When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to :

• Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment.
• Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions.
• Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other.
• Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion.
• A healthy work / life balance
• Comprehensive benefits including :
• FREE YMCA Membership for you.
• Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
• Discounted or FREE family membership.
• Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
• Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time)
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