Village of Lincolnwood
Aquatic Center - Head Swim Team Coach
Village of Lincolnwood, Lincolnwood, Illinois, United States, 60712
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REPORTS TO Aquatic Center Coordinators and Recreation Supervisor
JOB SUMMARY The Head Swim Team Coach will be responsible for the management and operations of the Lincolnwood Lightning swim team at the Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare training schedules for all swim team practices
Supervise and train assistant Swim Team Coaches
Communication with swim team parents regarding the program
Organize, supervise, and administer home meets
Maintain necessary records for practice and meets
Attend NISC coaches’ meetings, and remain up to date on NISC bylaws
Responsibility for the safety and conduct of team members and assistant Swim Team Coaches at all practices, meets, and any other events
Assist Recreation Supervisor and Aquatic Center Coordinators in reviewing timesheets
Assist Recreation Supervisor and Aquatic Center Coordinators in the implementation and enforcement of employee policies and procedures
Be familiar with the safe operation of any equipment necessary in accomplishing required tasks
Develop detailed reports and analysis and make recommendations for continuous improvements
Be aware of emergency action plans and be prepared to perform assigned role at all times
Comply with all Village policies, protocols, and procedures
Perform other job‑related duties as assigned
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS The wage range for this position is $20-$21 per hour. This position is seasonal and does not qualify for benefits.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position requires management responsibilities of a supervisory nature. Incumbents must be proficient in basic concepts relating to personnel management.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position requires the following.
Must be at least 18 years of age
Minimum of three years of experience working in an aquatic facility preferred
Two or more years of supervisory experience preferred
Must be, or able to obtain by May 2024: Community First Aid and Safety
COMPUTER SKILLS Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to learn how to navigate and utilize the CivicRec registration system for program rosters and Point of Sale.
LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to properly fill out incident and accident reports as well be able to communicate in an emergency situation
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money, weight measurement, volume, and distance.
REASONING ABILITIES Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES
Understanding of the principles, practices, and objectives of Parks and Recreation administration and of the Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center
Ability to prioritize duties and complete tasks within allotted hours
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Ability to communicate with the public tactfully and courteously
Commitment to promoting the positive image of Village of Lincolnwood
Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
Ability to maintain efficient and effective communication with supervisor and subordinates
Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques
Ability to pass pre‑employment physical skills evaluation as stipulated by the department
Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions
Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is often required to walk, sit, stand, reach with hand and arms, talk, and hear. The employee will frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Employee must be able to sit or stand for an extended period of time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment varies between moderate and high. Frequent exposure to natural and seasonal weather conditions as well as insects while guarding the pool and completing job duties.
SAFETY All employees are expected, as a condition of employment, to adopt the concept that the safe way to perform a task is the most efficient and the only acceptable way to perform it. Safety adherence of performance will be considered an important measure of employee performance evaluation. As such, the employee must:
Comply with established safe work rules and the special instructions of the supervisor
Report all accidents and injuries immediately and cooperate in all accident and injury investigations, supplying supervisors with full and complete information
Submit recommendations for safety and efficiency, as well as report defective equipment and unsafe conditions
Know their exact duties in case of fire or catastrophe
Use safety equipment provided for personal use in performing daily work assignments
Only operate equipment trained and authorized to operate
Provide public protection from unsafe conditions and hazards resulting from municipal work operations
Participate in special safety activities, as designated, such as Safety Committees, Job Safety Analysis, special training, etc.
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REPORTS TO Aquatic Center Coordinators and Recreation Supervisor
JOB SUMMARY The Head Swim Team Coach will be responsible for the management and operations of the Lincolnwood Lightning swim team at the Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare training schedules for all swim team practices
Supervise and train assistant Swim Team Coaches
Communication with swim team parents regarding the program
Organize, supervise, and administer home meets
Maintain necessary records for practice and meets
Attend NISC coaches’ meetings, and remain up to date on NISC bylaws
Responsibility for the safety and conduct of team members and assistant Swim Team Coaches at all practices, meets, and any other events
Assist Recreation Supervisor and Aquatic Center Coordinators in reviewing timesheets
Assist Recreation Supervisor and Aquatic Center Coordinators in the implementation and enforcement of employee policies and procedures
Be familiar with the safe operation of any equipment necessary in accomplishing required tasks
Develop detailed reports and analysis and make recommendations for continuous improvements
Be aware of emergency action plans and be prepared to perform assigned role at all times
Comply with all Village policies, protocols, and procedures
Perform other job‑related duties as assigned
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS The wage range for this position is $20-$21 per hour. This position is seasonal and does not qualify for benefits.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position requires management responsibilities of a supervisory nature. Incumbents must be proficient in basic concepts relating to personnel management.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position requires the following.
Must be at least 18 years of age
Minimum of three years of experience working in an aquatic facility preferred
Two or more years of supervisory experience preferred
Must be, or able to obtain by May 2024: Community First Aid and Safety
COMPUTER SKILLS Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to learn how to navigate and utilize the CivicRec registration system for program rosters and Point of Sale.
LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to properly fill out incident and accident reports as well be able to communicate in an emergency situation
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money, weight measurement, volume, and distance.
REASONING ABILITIES Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES
Understanding of the principles, practices, and objectives of Parks and Recreation administration and of the Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center
Ability to prioritize duties and complete tasks within allotted hours
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Ability to communicate with the public tactfully and courteously
Commitment to promoting the positive image of Village of Lincolnwood
Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
Ability to maintain efficient and effective communication with supervisor and subordinates
Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques
Ability to pass pre‑employment physical skills evaluation as stipulated by the department
Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions
Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is often required to walk, sit, stand, reach with hand and arms, talk, and hear. The employee will frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Employee must be able to sit or stand for an extended period of time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment varies between moderate and high. Frequent exposure to natural and seasonal weather conditions as well as insects while guarding the pool and completing job duties.
SAFETY All employees are expected, as a condition of employment, to adopt the concept that the safe way to perform a task is the most efficient and the only acceptable way to perform it. Safety adherence of performance will be considered an important measure of employee performance evaluation. As such, the employee must:
Comply with established safe work rules and the special instructions of the supervisor
Report all accidents and injuries immediately and cooperate in all accident and injury investigations, supplying supervisors with full and complete information
Submit recommendations for safety and efficiency, as well as report defective equipment and unsafe conditions
Know their exact duties in case of fire or catastrophe
Use safety equipment provided for personal use in performing daily work assignments
Only operate equipment trained and authorized to operate
Provide public protection from unsafe conditions and hazards resulting from municipal work operations
Participate in special safety activities, as designated, such as Safety Committees, Job Safety Analysis, special training, etc.
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