Lead Swim Coach Join The Town of Concords team of talented aquatics professionals as a coach for our USA Swim Team the Otters. Be a part of bring up the next generation of competitive swimmers and continue to develop your skills as a coach and professional at the Beede Center. Pay range: $17.00-25.00/hour; starting pay based on qualifications. This is an hourly, part-time position, consisting of up to 20 hours per week. Applications will continue to be accepted and may be considered until the positions are filled. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon as a decision has been made regarding their individual application. We value diversity and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Note: Along with the required application, candidates are asked to submit a cover letter describing their qualifications and interest in the position. Appointment of the final candidate will be contingent upon the results of pre-placement conditions including CORI and SORI checks. Costs of these pre-placement requirements will be borne by the Town. The Town of Concord, MA is an EEO Employer. We value diversity and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Department: Human Services- Recreation/ Beede Center Salary Grade: MISC 2 Reports To: Aquatics Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Appointed By: Town Manager Date: November 2024 GENERAL SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Aquatics Manager and Aquatics Supervisor, performs varied tasks in instructing and administering Swim Team programs. Responsible for maintaining and improving upon the competitive swim program in all areas under their direction and control. Performs varied and responsible duties requiring a thorough knowledge of departmental operations and the exercise of judgment and initiative in completing tasks, particularly in situations not clearly defined by precedent or established procedures. Incumbent is called upon to handle a significant amount of details, each varying from the other in substance and content, requiring incumbent to approach workload with flexibility. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who are or become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis. * Provides participants of various ages and abilities with workouts and advises on swimming technique. * Actively engages with participants and takes lead on delivering practices and feedback to swimmers in the absence of a Head Coach. * Remains aware of all fitness and pool related classes and programs run by the Recreation Division. * Provides adequate notice if unable to work a scheduled shift; arranges for a substitute coach and obtains approval from Management. * Arrives on time and is ready to work when each assigned practice begins. * Attends mandatory in-service training sessions and staff meetings. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: * Required certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED. USA Swimming certification or equivalent. * Preferred certifications: Lifeguard Training. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: * Specialized knowledge in Aquatics. Ability to teach and mentor swimmers in skill-development and to fairly and tactfully enforce facility rules and regulations. * Excellent communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all members of the public, including children and young adults, in a courteous manner. * Ability to maintain a variety of records and statistics. * Ability to deal with multiple tasks at the same time. * Regular attendance at the workplace is required. WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who are or become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the physical demands (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis. Regularly required to stand, walk, crouch, stoop, reach, crawl, climb, talk, sit and hear for extended periods. Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, and feel objects or equipment. Noise is moderate to loud at times and some work may be performed outdoors under various weather conditions. Vision and hearing at or correctable to normal ranges. Some work is performed in a normal office environment, not subject to extreme variations of temperature, noise, odors, etc. Frequently subjected to the demands of other individuals and the volume and /or rapidity with which tasks must be accomplished. Operates computer, printer, video display terminal, typewriter, calculator, telephone, copier, facsimile machine and all other standard office equipment requiring eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity. Operates pool and fitness equipment. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.