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Job Description
An island community rich in history and opportunity, Galveston is the ideal place to live, work and raise a family!
Job Description
Job Summary: The Head Swim Coach is responsible for leading and conducting safe, efficient, and structured swim practices for registered swimmers. The coach will also assist with swim meets and communicate effectively with parents, swimmers, and fellow coaches to ensure a positive team experience.
Minimum Qualifications:- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must successfully pass a background check and urine drug screening.
- Strong knowledge of the four competitive strokes: Freestyle, Breaststroke, Butterfly, and Backstroke.
- Ability to complete a 100-yard continuous swim using any combination of freestyle and/or breaststroke, with rhythmic breathing (backstroke is prohibited per Red Cross standards).
- Must be able to tread water for two minutes without using hands, utilizing legs only.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with swimmers, parents, and coaching staff.
- Ability to create and lead structured swim workouts tailored to different age groups while prioritizing swimmer safety.
- Ability to follow instructions and adhere to team policies and procedures.
- Must be comfortable working in outdoor weather conditions, including heat, humidity, and wet environments for up to five hours per day in a semi-shaded area.
Required Certifications, Licenses, and Training:
Candidates must hold or be able to obtain the following before employment:- American Red Cross Safety Training for Swim Coaches (or ability to complete).
- American Red Cross Professional CPR/AED Certification.
- Completion of an online Athlete Protection Training course.
- Completion of an online Concussion Protocol Training course.
- Successful completion of the Rules and Regulations for Coaches Test.
Work Schedule:- Practices are typically 2 hours per day, 3 to 4 days per week.
- Attendance is required at 4 to 5 swim meets on Saturdays in June and July, each lasting approximately 8 hours.
Essential Job Responsibilities:- Arrive at practice on time and prepared to coach.
- Serve as a positive role model for swimmers.
- Respect and follow instructions from Lasker management.
- Treat all team members equally and fairly.
- Ensure all required documentation is completed accurately and submitted on time.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop swimmers’ skills, foster teamwork, and contribute to a fun and competitive swim program.
Compensation Range
$20.00 an hour
The City of Galveston is an equal opportunity employer and will consider only the qualifications of the applicants. The City does not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or physical/mental disability in employment or provision services. -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Galveston
Show moreImagine yourself as an Islander living in an elegant Victorian home or on a shady, oak-lined street on the Island’s east end, or in a home overlooking the sparkling Gulf of Mexico on the west end. There is a variety of rental property to choose from throughout the Island, from Galveston has the amenities of a larger city, but with tight-knit small town friendliness.
Its ethnically diverse citizens have worked together to make their city better since the early days of its founding in 1836. When faced with adversity, Galvestonians unite to solve whatever obstacles may arise. Non-profit organizations and community groups offer a variety of volunteer opportunities regardless of your interests or desired area of service.
The Island has a multifaceted economic base with expanding job markets in tourism, the medical field, marine-related fields, as well as other areas. Education, banking, insurance and marine industries also are job fields that contribute to the strong, diverse economy. Island life is enhanced by the absence of drive-time traffic reports on the radio and heavy traffic delays. The major thoroughfares are rarely heavily congested, even during peak times. And it takes no more than 15-20 minutes to get anywhere you want to go on the Island.
All this time saved driving to work and running errands can be spent enjoying Island life.
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