What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Swim Coach position at Quivira Inc?
Job Summary
Conduct swimming classes and individual swimming lessons in a safe and responsible manner.
Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations
- Adequate knowledge of and experience in pool chemistry, operation and management.
- Training in rescue and surveillance techniques and blood-borne pathogens.
- Participates in pool safety programs and risk management.
- Employs only those methods and teaching techniques outlined and approved by the American Red Cross.
- Has knowledge of specific state and local laws and statutes regarding pool safety and inspections.
- Knowledge of and ability to perform required role in emergency situations.
Job Tasks/Duties
- Reports all complaints, emergencies, hazards or faulty equipment to the Swimming Pool Manager.
- Maintains all necessary class records as determined by the Swimming Pool Manager.
- Employs only those methods and teaching techniques outlined and approved by the Red Cross.
- Assists in rendering First Aid according to the standards established by the American Red Cross and American Heart Association.
- Serves as a lifeguard when instructed by the Swimming Pool Manager.
- Reads line-ups during swimming meets.
- Assists Swimming Pool Manager in writing seasonal swim letter to members about lesson dates, class times and costs.
- Maintains attendance records of members and children attending lessons.
- Charges members for all lessons.
- Maintains a courteous, polite and helpful relationship with all members and guests.
- Attends staff meetings.
- Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by the Swimming Pool Manager.
Licenses and Special Requirements
- Must have current Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate.
- Red Cross progressive Swimming Instructor Certificate Desirable.
- American Red Cross Basic First Aid required, training on AED units, and possession of a current Red Cross CPR card.
Education and/or Experience
- Some High School required.
- Competitive swimming experience as coach or athlete preferred.
- Lifeguard training and some experience teaching swim lessons required.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Working conditions are often, hot, humid, slippery and wet.
- Able to work in a busy, noisy environment.
- Able to tolerate the smell of chlorine and frequent exposure to cleaning agents.
- Able to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment, which is typical of this position.
- Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping and pulling.
- Frequent repetitive motions.
- Continuous standing and walking.
