YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF GREATER DES MOINES IA
Synchronized Swimming Head Coach (Project Management)
HOURS/DAYS SCHEDULE: varies by season (often evenings; some weekends)
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 8/31/19 - Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Deliver professional customer service and relationship building skills to create a welcoming environment at the YMCA. This individual will be responsible for planning, managing and directing teams and for ensuring the safety of participants.
Help positively impact children and families in our community and SEIZE THE OPPORTUNITY TO IMPACT YOUR OWN LIFE - experience, knowledge, satisfaction and joy are just some of the ways you'll grown, learn and thrive.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Hire, supervise, train and direct assistant coaches. (Synchro, Masters and Site Coaches only)
2. In conjunction with supervisor, prepare season training plan/themes/focus and develop team events.
3. Plan, write, schedule, and direct all team practices and meets. (Synchro, Masters and Site Coaches only)
4. Maintain proper records, team lists, and reports as needed.
5. Address member concerns by appointments and/or phone conversations.
6. Relate to individual members on a professional basis at all times.
7. Monitor and maintain equipment.
8. Ensure safety of participants by enforcing policies and disciplinary rules.
9. Report specific problems or needs to supervisor or designated staff person.
10. Create an environment that welcomes all types of swimmers from varying levels and backgrounds
11. Communicate with the team and staff information regarding team activities, meets, goals and daily training plans/themes
12. Execute the practice plan as intended by the Head Coach. (Travel Team Coaches only).
13. Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person.
14. Demonstrate and support the objectives of the Association as embodied in the mission statement and values.