Lead Swim Coach

• Plan and conduct organized developmentally appropriate practices for assigned training groups.
• Teach and reinforce proper technique in all four competitive strokes starts turns finishes and underwater skills.
• Develop season plan with Competitive Aquatics Director
• Design workouts that reflect the age ability developmental needs and competitive goals of the athletes.
• Provide athletes with clear specific and constructive feedback.
• Help swimmers develop strong practice habits goal-setting skills accountability resilience and sportsmanship.
• Promote athlete retention by creating a welcoming engaging and supportive team environment.

• Arrive prepared and on time for all assigned practices meets meetings and team events.
• Take attendance and maintain accurate group records as required.
• Provide active supervision of swimmers before during and immediately following practice.
• Ensure that practices are safe organized purposeful and appropriate for the assigned group.
• Maintain consistent behavioral expectations and address concerns calmly fairly and professionally.
• Assist with equipment setup organization and storage.
• Coordinate with other coaches when training groups share pool space or participate in combined practices.

• Attend assigned dual meets championship meets invitational meets and team events.
• Prepare swimmers for competition by reviewing goals race strategies warm-up procedures and meet expectations.
• Supervise athletes during warm-up competition and cool-down.
• Provide appropriate pre-race and post-race feedback.
• Help athletes understand that meet performance is part of the developmental process and not the sole measure of success.
• Assist with relay selection meet entries event recommendations and other competitive decisions as directed by the Head Coach.
• Support the efficient operation of team-hosted meets and encourage parent volunteer participation.
• Maintain professional conduct and demonstrate respect toward athletes families officials volunteers opposing teams and facility staff.

• Communicate regularly and professionally with swimmers and families regarding group expectations athlete development schedules meets and team procedures.
• Respond to parent questions within a reasonable timeframe and refer significant concerns to the Head Coach when appropriate.
• Provide honest constructive and developmentally appropriate feedback about swimmer progress.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries in all communication with athletes and families.
• Use only approved team and YMCA communication platforms.
• Participate in group meetings parent meetings athlete conferences and seasonal evaluations as requested.
• Communicate scheduling conflicts attendance concerns injuries behavioral issues and other significant matters promptly to the Head Coach.

• Work collaboratively with the Head Coach assistant coaches YMCA leadership officials volunteers and support staff.
• Follow the training philosophy technical language group standards and seasonal goals established for the Mariners program.
• Participate in staff meetings professional development planning sessions and coach evaluations.
• Share observations about swimmer progress group needs and program operations.
• Support transitions between training groups by helping swimmers develop the skills and habits required for advancement.
• Assist other training groups and coaches when needed.
• Contribute positively to team activities special events fundraising efforts community service projects and recognition programs.
• Represent the Mariners and the Madison Area YMCA professionally within the local and broader swimming community.

• Maintain all required certifications and complete all YMCA USA Swimming Safe Sport and background-screening requirements.
• Follow all YMCA USA Swimming New Jersey Swimming facility and team safety policies.
• Maintain active supervision and remain attentive throughout practices and meets.
• Immediately report injuries safety concerns policy violations or suspected misconduct according to established procedures.
• Enforce locker room bathroom electronic communication photography and cell phone policies.
• Ensure that only authorized and properly credentialed individuals are permitted in restricted areas.
• Know the identity and responsibilities of the Safety Marshal and other designated safety personnel at competitions.
• Complete incident reports and other required documentation promptly and accurately.
• Maintain athlete confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Support a team culture in which athletes feel safe respected included and comfortable reporting concerns.

• Competitive swimming swim coaching or aquatic instruction experience.
• Strong knowledge of stroke technique starts turns training principles and age-group swimmer development.
• Ability to lead groups of swimmers with varying abilities needs and experience levels.
• Strong communication organization and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative coaching staff.
• Professional judgment reliability patience and enthusiasm.
• Ability to work early mornings evenings and weekends as required by the team schedule.
• Ability to attend assigned competitions and team events.
• Current or obtainable USA Swimming coaching credentials.
• Current or obtainable certifications in CPR First Aid Safety Training for Swim Coaches and Athlete Protection Training.
• ASCA Level 2 certified or willing to obtain ASCA Level 2 certification within the first year of employment.
• Successful completion of all required YMCA and USA Swimming background checks and training.

• Previous experience as a lead age-group or senior-level swim coach.
• Experience developing swimmers across multiple competitive levels.
• Knowledge of TeamUnify SportsEngine Meet Manager Team Manager or similar swim-team platforms.
• Experience with meet entries seasonal planning athlete goal setting and swimmer evaluations.

• Ability to remain on the pool deck for extended periods.
• Ability to work 3-5 nights a week
• Ability to lift and move standard aquatic training equipment.
• Availability f0r evening practices weekend meets championship competitions staff meetings and occasional special events.

• Quality organization and effectiveness of practices.
• Athlete safety and supervision.
• Swimmer skill development and progress.
• Athlete engagement attendance and retention.
• Professional communication with swimmers families and staff.
• Reliability and preparedness.
• Collaboration with the coaching staff.
• Compliance with YMCA USA Swimming Safe Sport and team policies.
• Contribution to a positive inclusive and team-centered culture.
• Support of the overall mission and goals of the Madison Area YMCA Mariners.

Abuse Prevention Responsibilities
All employees are expected to maintain boundaries follow mandated reporting requirements and uphold our policies and procedures to protect youth and participants. This includes attending required training reporting suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and adhering to procedures that minimize risk. Supervisors are also responsible for providing oversight feedback and accountability to ensure staff and volunteers follow these standards. Our organization is committed to creating a safe environment.