Masters Swim Program Coordinator

Nature of Work

Leads the Master’s swim program at the City of Ann Arbor Pools. Provides instruction and leadership to implement our master’s swim program. Responsible for the creation and implementation of swim workouts, supervision of assistant coaches and assuring consistency throughout the program’s implementation. Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of stroke technique and aquatics teaching strategies for adult swimmers at all levels. Behave in a professional manner, work as a team player and adhere to program policies. The master’s swim program includes 12 weekly practices and occasional additional activities and swim events.

Starting Hourly Rate: $23.60

Work Schedule
Masters practices are held in the early mornings and evenings weekdays and on weekend mornings year-round. Schedule is flexible with an estimate of 12 to 18 hours per week.

Required Qualifications
• Advanced training in stroke technique for competitive swimming.
• Verbal skills, active listening, and excellent customer service skills.
• Commitment to continued development in coaching techniques.
• Ability to work flexible hours including early mornings and evenings.
• Enjoy swimming and share your enthusiasm with others.
• Must possess current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification by start of employment. Employees will have an opportunity for Lifeguard certification reimbursement up to $200 upon working a minimum of 200 hours (certification must be from and valid for current calendar year).

Preferred Qualifications
• 3 or more years coaching swimming, preferably adults.
• Experience as a competitive swimmer.
• Working knowledge of program activity practices and procedures.

Physical Requirements
Positions in this class typically require: walking, standing, hearing, speaking, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, grasping, reaching, and repetitive motions. Move and lift light objects up to 30 lbs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

The City of Ann Arbor is an Equal Opportunity, At-Will Employer. The City of Ann Arbor reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete, and otherwise assign any and all duties responsibilities and position titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of its business. The City of Ann Arbor is an at-will employer. This means that the employment relationship may be ended at any time with or without notice by the employer or employee with or without cause. Neither this document, nor any policy or manual issued by the City of Ann Arbor, is a contract of employment.