POSITION SUMMARY: Opportunity for a dynamic, passionate and technical Age Group coach to help build and develop a year-round USA /YMCA swimming Age Group dual program. The Age Group coach will work with swimmers from ages 9 to 14 in the age group program and 15 to 18 for the High School/multisport athlete.

OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Acts as assistant coach for the Skagit Valley YMCA Aquatics (SVYA)swim team in the role of lead coach for multiple group practices Monday-Saturday and meets (generally once a month on weekends)
• Plans and writes workouts that are age and ability appropriate for each group.
• Develop and implement seasonal and long term plans for the progression of our age group program at all levels.
• Assists head coach and is fully involved in the organization and total well-being of the SVYA swim team by working with Head Coach in building team philosophy and attending all team functions.
• Acts as supervisor/head coach representative in the absence of the head coach.
• Makes independent decisions by using sound judgment, while acting in the best interests of the athletes and Skagit Y at all times.
• Identifies prospective athletes and makes recommendations to the head coach regarding those potential athletes in consideration for acceptance with a specific group.
• Communicates consistently with parents, Head Coach, and Aquatic Director verbally or via email and shares updates and other necessary information.
• Maintains all USA Swimming and YMCA coaching certification requirements at all times.
• Abides by USA Swimming Code of Conduct, Safe Sport and the Four Core Values of YMCA: caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
• Evaluates individuals' abilities, needs, and physical conditions, and assists Head Coach in developing suitable training programs to meet any special requirements.
• Supports head coach in assessing swimmers’ progress and keeps track of levels to monitor progress of each athlete.
• Offers alternatives during training sessions to accommodate different levels of fitness.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age 18
• USA Swim Coach certification and/or ASCA Level 1 (or willingness to obtain)
• Must be able to work evenings and some weekends
• Minimum of two years coaching experience preferred
• Competitive swim experience preferred
• Comprehensive technical knowledge of swimming and swimmer’s development.
• Strong sense of team building, sportsmanship and developing a safe environment for youth.
• Demonstrates ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Abuse Prevention and Mandatory Reporting training required within 90 days of hire.
• Current state approved certifications in First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED/O2 and Blood borne Pathogen Training.

Benefits From Day 1:

• Free YMCA household membership
• 403(b) Saving Account enrollment;
• 8 paid federal holidays a year (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)
• Additional bilingual, premium pay of $1.00 for those who are fluent bilingual Spanish, Triqui, Mixtec, Russian and Ukrainian speakers. Ability to write or translate written materials is not required to receive this premium.

Your other benefits will be (waiting period applies):

• Paid Sick & Vacation Day (accrual begins from day-1, eligible to use after 90-days)
• 2 paid personal days & 1 paid birthday per year
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)
• 403 (b) Retirement Employer Match (after 2 years with 1,000 hours)
• Life insurance, and more! (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)