What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Swim Team Coach position at Life Time?
Description
Position Summary
The Aquatics Head Swim Team Coach will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and will help our Swim Team members improve their swimming in our state-of-the-art recreational and lap pools, both indoors and out. A typical day for a Head Swim Team Coach could include writing and leading Swim Team Group Workouts according to a season plan. They will develop and coach Swim Team Coaches on their team They will also oversee registering new participants for the Team as well as maintaining the cleanliness and order of our Aquatics Facilities.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Creates an educational, safe and inviting experience for all participants
- Initiates, develops and maintains positive relationships with participants
- Responds to member questions regarding Life Time's programs, policies and procedures
- Provides a safe, clean and organized pool area
- Promotes and sells all Aquatics programs and services
- Acts as the liaison between the Aquatics Department Head, USA Swimming, Swim Coaches and Parents
- Participates in weekly 1 on 1 meetings with the Aquatics Manager
- Writes the season plan and workout templates for each season
- Enters the swimmers into the swim meet program
Position Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2 years of swim coaching experience
- Member of ASCA and USA Swimming
- Safety Training for Swim Coaches certification
- Complete LTU Safety Training before first shift
- Complete all LTU courses within first 60 days of hire
- CPR/AED certification required within the first 3 months of hire
- Successfully complete and pass Life Time Swim Instructor Certification
- Ability to work in a stationery position and move about the club for prolonged periods of time
- Ability to communicate and exchange information with guests who have inquiries about Life Time products and services
- Ability to swim 25 yards/meters without stopping
- Ability to routinely and repetitively bend to lift 20 lbs or less and occasionally bend to lift more than 20lbs
Preferred Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field
- Swim lesson instruction experience
- 1 year of customer service experience
- ASCA Level 2 Certification or higher
- Red Cross Lifeguard and First Aid
