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HEAD SWIM COACH
DEFINITION
Under general supervision of the Parks and Recreation Director, performs duties required to plan, organize and direct the instruction of the City’s Age Group Swim Team, supervises programs and activities of the swim team and organizes and coordinates practices, meets and events.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a part time hourly rated position.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
General supervision is provided by the Parks and Recreation Director. Supervisory responsibilities include direct supervision of assigned staff, team programs, activities and events
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
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Develop, organize and direct and instructional program for the City’s age Group Swim Team.
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Supervise and coach scheduled workouts.
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Implement and promote special aquatic events and activities associated with the swim team, including scheduling and coordinating practice sessions, events and competition with other teams.
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Enforce pool rules, regulations and standards of safety within City policies and guidelines and in accordance with state health codes and the United States Swimming Association rules and regulations.
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Maintain attendance and other related operational and financial records, prepare written reports and submit recommendations to Parks and Recreation Director.
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Schedule and supervise work of assigned staff.
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Supervise and maintain a level of training necessary to meet established standards, evaluate participants, and implement disciplinary procedures.
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Maintain pool area and equipment used during training sessions and events and assure pool facility is maintained in a neat, clean and orderly manner.
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Respond to questions and inquiries from the general public in a professional manner.
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Prepare news releases and promotional material related to swim team activities.
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Prepare and present awards and certificates to program participants.
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Accompany team at scheduled competitive events.
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Perform other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
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Pertinent United States Swimming Association rules and regulations concerning training and competition.
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Principles and practices of pool safety, including first aid, CPR, standard lifesaving and other emergency procedures.
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Principles and practices of coaching techniques.
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Principles and practices of swimming pool operations, including basic mechanical and sanitation requirements of a public swimming pool.
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Applicable City and State Codes and regulations and related United States Coastal Section and Age Group Swim Team rules and regulations.
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Organizational skills, program management and scheduling.
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Basic record keeping principles and procedures.
Ability to:
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Exercise independent judgment, wisdom and common sense in the performance of duties.
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Direct, coordinate, promote and evaluate program functions and activities.
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Maintain control and orderly conduct of participants in the program
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Respond to emergency and problem situations in a rapid and effective manner.
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Analyze unusual situations and resolve them in an appropriate manner, deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions.
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Interpret and enforce applicable laws, rules and regulations in an objective and even-handed manner.
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Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
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Supervise and establish rapport with young people who are participants in the program and demonstrate tact and diplomacy with co-workers, participants and public interacting effectively with those contacted in the course of assigned duties.
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Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
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Maintain physical condition necessary for successful completion of assigned duties.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities.
Some prior swimming, recreational leadership/coaching or related experience preferred.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION
Water Safety for Swim Coaches preferred but not required.
Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor certifications preferred but not required.
STANDARD UNIFORM
All City Parks and Recreation Department personnel are required to dress appropriately when on duty and should refrain from wearing any attire that promotes tobacco, illegal drug or alcohol products.
POOL LIFEGUARD
DEFINITION
Under supervision, performs varied lifesaving and accident prevention services in assigned area. Responsible for assisting and rescuing swimmers, assisting other lifeguards in responding to emergencies and enforcing regulations. Helps maintain clean and safe conditions.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is an hourly rated, part-time, position assigned to City swimming pool.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Receives direct general supervision from Community Pool Superintendent.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
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Perform standard public lifeguard services at the City swimming pool.
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Provide continuous lifeguard surveillance of an assigned area.
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Participate in and instruct a variety of aquatic/recreational activities as assigned.
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Knowledge of pertinent City and State laws and regulations.
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Enforce policies, rules and regulations.
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Assume responsible roles in the event of emergencies and take charge of lifesaving activities, applying appropriate rescue, lifesaving and first aid techniques.
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Enforce policies, rules and regulations.
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Respond to public inquiries relating to programs and provide safety information to patrons.
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Maintain lifeguard equipment.
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Comply with all standard lifeguard operating procedures.
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Clean and maintain assigned areas, and comply with health and safety standards set forth by City and State laws and regulations.
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Perform other related duties as required.
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Knowledge of:
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Standard lifesaving techniques including first aid and CPR.
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Hazards involved in aquatics and appropriate water safety and santitation requirements.
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Applicable City and State Codes and regulations.
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Use, care and maintenance of lifeguard equipment.
Ability to:
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Interact and relate effectively with those contacted in the course of work; establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow workers; interact effectively with the public.
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Instruct aquatic-related programs.
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Enforce applicable laws, rules and regulations in objective and even-handed manner.
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Effectively use lifeguard equipment, including care and maintenance of such equipment.
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Successful completion of required health screen and training program.
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Communicate clearly and concisely.
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Bilingual ability Spanish/English preferred but not required.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
STANDARD UNIFORM
All City lifeguards are required to wear approved lifeguard uniform when on duty.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Must possess current American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate, CPR certificate and current Lifeguard Training Instructor Certificate and Water Safety Instructor Certificate or ability to obtain such certification within thirty (30) days of hire.
SELECTION PROCEDURE: Applicants must submit a completed City application form. A personal interview will be scheduled for the most qualified applicants to determine final eligibility.
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: At City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue, Carpinteria, CA 93013 or the City's website at www.ci.carpinteria.ca.us. For information contact Parks and Recreation Department, 805-684-5405, ext. 432 or the City Human Resources Office 684-5405, ext. 404.
You can also send your resume via e-mail with your completed employment application to: arleneb@ci.carpinteria.ca.us
Human Resources
5775 Carpinteria Avenue
Carpinteria, CA 93013
(805) 684-5405 x 404
Fax# (805) 684-5304
e-mail: arleneb@ci.carpinteria.ca.us
An Equal Opportunity Employer
If you require special accommodation
in the recruitment process or need additional information, please contact the Human Resources
Division at 805/684-5405, ext. 404.
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