Novice Swim Coach
Novice Swim Coach
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Job Description
Benefit type: part time non benefited
Benefits available: For a full description of our benefits please click here.
About the job:
Provide leadership and supervision for Novice Swim Team instructional programs while also serving in a front line lead role.
A day in the life:
- Supervises Novice Swim program ensuring program standards are maintained
- Provides leadership expertise and support to Novice Swim staff which may include training mentoring directing and assigning work. May assist Supervisor in hiring and evaluating staff.
- Assists Supervisor in developing planning and scheduling programs.
- Oversees facility operations during assigned shifts; opens and closes facility; ensures that health and safety standards are maintained; oversees the operation and care of equipment and supplies addresses maintenance issues.
- Ensures the inclusion of all participants adapting activities to meet individual needs and abilities and working with Therapeutic Recreation staff as needed.
- Attends supervisory and planning meetings.
- Prepares necessary materials.
- Provides for safety of participants and staff including implementing risk management practices.
- Oversees the operation and care of equipment supplies
- Addresses public questions and concerns regarding facilities and programs in a positive and constructive manner.
- Serves as the onsite lead of the Emergency Action Plan managing response according protocols.
- Purchases supplies; submits receipts and documentation.
- Maintains required records and reports.
- Acts as a Mandatory Reports; reports incidents of child abuse/neglect.
Work Schedule:
April 1 June 5: Tuesday & Thursday 3:006:15 pm
June 16 August 8: Monday Friday 9:45 am 11:45 pm and Tuesday & Thursday 4:00 pm 5:30pm
What youll need for success:
Strong Knowledge of:
- Learning development stroke technique water safety program levels and teaching methods practices and progressions.
- Strong personal swimming skills.
- Strict adherence to safety guidelines related to assignment.
- Effective supervision and customer service best practices; and
- Applicable laws codes regulations policies and procedures for assignment.
Skill and Ability to:
- Demonstrate leadership organizational planning and problem solving skills;
- Lead motivate and direct others;
- Exercise initiative and independent decision making;
- Demonstrate a high level of competency and expertise in program area;
- Actively participate in all activities
- Demonstrate organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrate planning and problemsolving skills;
- Communicate effectively with others both verbally and in writing
- Work cooperatively with others and create a positive constructive and respectful relationship with staff and the general public;
- Manage emergency/crisis situations
- Operate computer programs as well as staying current with new programs and operate common office equipment; and
- Work independently with minimum direction while also working as part of a team and collaborating with others.
What Were Looking for:
Education Experience and Training:
- Currently attending high school or High school diploma or equivalent; AND
- Must be at least 16 years of age; AND
- Some previous work training/certification or volunteer experience related to position; OR
- Any satisfactory combination of education experience and training.
License and Certifications:
- Red Cross Water Safety Instructor or American Coaches Certification Level 1.
Supervision Exercised:
Supervision is not a responsibility of this position; however provides direction and Novice Coaching Staff and volunteers working in program area.
Supervision Received:
Works under the supervision of the Aquatic Coordinator. Receive ongoing and specific direction from Aquatic Supervisor.
Working Conditions:
- Position may require being in and out of water and constantly using the voice in an often noisy environment.
- Depending on program duties may be performed either indoors or outdoors which may include working in extreme weather conditions.
- Work schedule is varied and may require evenings weekends and holidays.
- Hours vary depending upon specific program needs.
- The flow of work and character of duties involve normal mental and visual attention much or all of the time.
- Physical exertion includes frequent walking bending and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted pushing pulling and kneeling in order to deliver equipment and supplies.
- Job stress may include dealing with crowds uncooperative participants difficult individuals exposure to illness and periods of continuous demand.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Bend Park and Recreation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Bend Park & Recreation District Core Competencies:
All positions with Bend Park and Recreation District are subject to district and position competencies. Below is a list of the most critical competencies for this position. Additional competencies are required for the position and may change based on district needs. A complete list of the competencies is available from Human Resources.
Accountability Customer Service Orientation Safety Judgment and Decision Making Teamwork and Cooperation Results OrientationEmployment Type
Part-Time
