Assistant Head Coach

Inspired by the work we do every day, the JCC is an organization centered by Jewish values and focused on creating meaningful experiences and opportunities to enrich, connect, and positively impact our community.

We pride ourselves on our inclusive and welcoming workplace and celebrate the diversity of our employees. 

We value all members of our team in a supportive environment in which everyone is treated with appreciation and respect and positioned to do their best work every day.

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Head Coach, the Assistant Head Coach is primarily responsible for the age group program and summer swim team for JCC of Greater Baltimore, team administration responsibilities (including team communication, meet assignments / meet set-up,) and maintaining the highest standards of safety with regards to all programming, facilities, and equipment. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO: 

• Develop, promote and administer the JCC Barracuda Swim Team (year-round and summer league)
  • Conduct team tryouts and advise on correct placement.
  • Attend all scheduled in person practices age group, some seniors and master practices as well as dryland activities
  • Attend team-related meetings, meets or department meetings / trainings as scheduled
  • Assist in development of new swim team programming9bonding and fundraising)
  • Lookout and prevent bullying of any kind and report any incidents
  •  Assist Junior and Senior swimmers in the College Athletics process by acting as a liaison between the swimmer and College Coaches.
• Manage the logistics and swim meet preparation pertaining to those meets in which the team is participating
  •  Ensure entries are properly completed and entered into the appropriate system in timely manner
  •  Ensure set-up and functionality of timing systems  
  • Attend team swim meets to support entire program (if possible), or ensure at least 2 staff are present at all swim meets(2/3per month)

• Establish and maintain high safety standards in the pool area

• • Knowledge of the Emergency Action Plan for facility; in event of an emergency elsewhere within the agency, react in accordance with published emergency procedures
  • Ensure the safe and correct use of venue facilities and equipment
  • Maintain swim team and event equipment
  •  Check equipment before each session and inform Head Coach of any damaged equipment

• Plan and deliver fun, quality practice sessions appropriate to the ability of the children
  • Prepare structure for practice for each group
  • Get to know the children in all groups
  • Care for and encourage children in all groups, integrating unhappy children
  • Combine teaching and fun with a variety of activities including exercises, games and social activities
• Ensure all coaches are assisting effectively
  • Help train assistant coaches and assist them.
  • Work with staff to support the development of their coaching / instructional skills
  • Be involved in other group coaching sessions (practices, drylands and meets) when possible
  • Provide back-up coverage when other coaches are unable to attend a session

•   Participate in departmental and agency training, staff meetings, supervisory conferences, committees and special events as assigned

• Other duties assigned by the Head Coach

WHO YOU ARE:

• Current USA Foundation of Swim Coach level 1 (or higher) required

• Have (or be willing and able to obtain) current certifications in American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED, Safety Training for Swim Coaches, Concussion Protocol Training, Athlete Protection Training. Additional training and certification through USA Swimming will be necessary.
• Current certification in American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor preferred
• Current certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding preferred
•  Three to five years age group coaching preferred
• Strong understanding of the sport of swimming and the rules and regulations; A sound understanding of stroke mechanics and training.
• In addition to the above certification requirements, the following management skills are required:
  • Strong interpersonal leadership, motivation, and teaching skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
  •  Demonstrated ability to develop and market training and educational programs
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Team Unify, Meet Manager and other programs as needed.

PHYSICAL SKILLS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Coaches must be able to see and hold an image of a student’s performance of a stroke in memory in order to provide feedback and correction. Coaches must have the physical flexibility required to demonstrate and perform all 4 of the basic swimming strokes. Coaches must be able to see in bright light.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and reach with hands and arms.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment for aquatics staff is usually hot and humid. Air quality within indoor pools may be reduced due to increased levels of chloramines and ammonia compounds produced from the disinfection of pool water.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually high. 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Salary (or Salary Range): $19-$23/hour

Benefit & Perks: The JCC offers a complimentary membership to the Jewish Community Center.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and incumbent will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by supervisor or other management, as required. The JCC reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the needs arise. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In keeping with our Jewish values, we are dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran's status, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit the performance of essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodation) or any other basis protected by federal, or applicable, state or local law. We welcome everyone interested in our mission to join us. If you require accommodation, please contact us and we will make every effort to meet your needs.