Job Overview

This is a non-exempt position, which requires responsible, specialized supervisory work assisting the City's Head Swim Coach in the operation of the City's Swim Team.

Examples of Duties:

• Leads the programming, planning , and development of the Plantation Swim Teams Age Group (14 and Under ) programs under the general supervision of the Swim Team Coach .
• Oversees the coaching and management of the US Masters Swim Team, for all abilities.
• Assists in planning swim team schedules - daily, monthly and seasonal.
• Assists in coaching morning and afternoon swim team workouts, including weekend workouts.
• Utilizes developmentally appropriate instruction of form and technique for diverse participant groups to foster athletic advancement among participants.
• Assists in overseeing dry-land workouts for the swim team.
• Assists in running swim camps, clinics and special events, such as swim meets and the swim team banquet.
• Assists in maintaining participant records, meet entries, and billing, through computer software and programs specific to swimming.
• Assists with swim meet set-up, including handling equipment, coordinating information, computer entries, heat sheets, swim meet operations and results.

Typical Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge of competitive swimming, including instruction and coaching.
• Working knowledge of United States (USA) Swimming; USA Masters Swimming and FHSAA High School rules.
• Knowledge of any Timing systems, set up and operation, and ability to train staff in same, with preference for Colorado Timing Systems (CTS).
• Ability to plan swim team schedules; daily, monthly and seasonal, including practices, competitions, travel and training.
• Highly skilled in the promotion of team spirit and good sportsmanship conduct.
• Ability to interact with parents and athletes on all levels, as well as be responsible for the safety and welfare of team members.
• Ability to assist in the facilitation of high school, college and other visiting team practices and events.
• Ability to assist with swim meet setup, including timing systems, meet information, computer entries, heat sheets, meet operations and results.
• Ability to work for extended periods of time in sunny, hot and humid conditions, and maintain the safety of swimmers under such conditions.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule.

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