Assistant Swim Coach - Cordova Blue Marlins

The Cordova Recreation & Park District is seeking an energetic and team-driven
Assistant Swim Coach to assist the Head Swim Coach for our Cordova Blue Marlins summer league team!
We are dedicated to having fun over the summer, while still challenging ourselves to grow. It is the mission of the Blue Marlins to provide an opportunity for young people to develop swimming skills and positive competitive swimming experience.
Typical Schedule: Up to 30-40 hours a week, shifts from mid-March to September, mornings and afternoons including Saturday meets.

Summary DescriptionUnder supervision of the Recreation Supervisor II, Senior Recreation Coordinator, and Head Swim Coach, teach lessons, American Red Cross progressions, and/or assists in directing and supervising a recreational level competitive swimming program for youth ages 4 to 18 years old; organizes swimmers and instructs in skills and techniques, stressing an atmosphere of fun and maximum participation within agency and league philosophies; maintains all required paperwork; and follows rules set forth by the Cordova Aquatic Program; and performs related work as required.

Who We Are

Established in 1958, Cordova Recreation & Park District is an independent special district governed by an elected Board of Directors.

We provide quality recreational programs, parks and services for our diverse and growing region. We currently operate over 50 parks and facilities across more than 600 acres of urban and open space. We also operate Cordova Golf Course which is a full-service 18-Hole course with a lighted driving range, pro-shop and lessons from PGA professionals. We host dozens of events throughout the year and provide athletic, educational and creative outlets for children and adults of all ages.

Who We Serve

We proudly serve communities within Sacramento County including the City of Rancho Cordova and the communities of Gold River, Larchmont, Mather, Riviera East, Rosemont and additional unincorporated portions of Sacramento County.

Learn more about us at https://www.cordovarpd.gov/

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Assist in supervising the recreational level competitive swimming program; organize swimmers and instruct in skills and techniques; motivate and encourage all swimmers; collaborate with coaching staff to ensure goals for team are being met.
• Teach lessons and American Red Cross progressions as necessary.
• Ensure efficient and effective supervision of the pool and facility during respective team workout period.
• Set-up and take down required equipment for practices and swim meets; prepare entries for meets, with maximum participation as the primary consideration.
• Maintain discipline and control during workouts and at meets, through the enforcement of the pool rules.
• Promote and enforce safety procedures; render first aid and CPR as required.
• Coach and instruct children in techniques specific to the sport.
• Prepare practice and seed meets.
• Encourage all swimmers to attain their maximum potential.
• Perform related duties as required.

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Knowledge of:

• Competitive swimming and be able to manage large groups of swimmers in and around the pool.
• Basic operations, services, and activities of a swimming facility.
• Basic leadership techniques and methods.
• Principles and practices of public relations.

Ability to:

• Communicate tactfully with swimmers, parents, board members, coaches, and staff.
• Address public and customer questions and concerns.
• Respond to emergency situations in a calm and effective manner.
• Administer first aid and CPR.
• Be fair and consistent with all families.
• Gather, analyze, and report information.
• Meet deadlines and turn in various types of paperwork in a timely manner and to designated people.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Two summers experience with similar programs, preferably as an experienced swimmer or as an assistant coach.
License or Certificate:Required to hold current certification in Lifeguard Training (which includes Standard First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED)
Additional Requirements:Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) background checks.A clear tuberculosis screening is required.Certification of completion in CDC HEADS UP Concussion Trainings for Youth Sports Coaches within the first thirty (30) days of employment required.Certification in First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22) within three (3) months of employment required.Certification in Emergency Oxygen within three (3) months of employment required.Certification in Lifeguard Training and Water Safety Instruction strongly desired.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENTThe conditions herein 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 these essential job functions.Environment: Work is performed in and around pools and in standard office environment; exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions including hot, wet, and/or humid conditions; work at various locations throughout the District; required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.Physical: Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in and around pools and in an office setting; to work outdoors in all types of weather and be able to withstand frequent exposure to hot, wet, and/or humid conditions; to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to use standard office equipment; to attend off-site meetings; to enter and exit the pool to assist swimmers and demonstrate skills correctly; to lift and carry items weighing up to 20 pounds; to make frequent decisions and maintain concentration with distractions; frequent public and coworker contact; ability to move equipment and supplies at aquatic centers; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. NOTE: The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.
Pre-Hire Requirements:Before an employee is hired, they must successfully complete pre-employment requirements that may include, but are not limited to: fingerprinting and Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) background checks, a clear tuberculosis screening, reference check, DMV check, licensure/certification check, and proof of eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986.
How to Apply for this Position:An applicant must submit, during the application filing period, an online application and attach any supplemental information as required in the job announcement which may include submitting responses to a supplemental questionnaire. Online resumes and other unsolicited materials may be attached, but will not be considered in lieu of the required online application, unless otherwise specified in the job announcement. The District reserves the right to limit the number of online applications when necessary. Applicants are responsible for maintaining/updating their contact information through the online application system.
SELECTION PROCEDURESInitial Selection Review: The Cordova Recreation & Park District reviews all initial application materials to identify qualified applicants.Applications will be screened against the criteria outlined in this job posting, the minimum qualifications, responses to the supplemental questions, and other needs of the position. The best qualified candidates will be invited to a series of panel interviews at a date that is to be determined.
Testing: Testing for this position or any other position may include, but is not limited to the following: written exam, practical exam, panel interview, physical ability test, project assignment, etc. If a revision is made to a testing component during a recruitment process, the assigned recruiter will notify by email all affected applicants.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodation:In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, anyone who needs an ADA accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, please contact the assigned recruiter upon opening of the recruitment. Cordova Recreation & Park District is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process.
Withdrawing from Recruitment Process: Whenever an applicant chooses to withdraw from a recruitment process, they are required to submit an email notification to the assigned recruiter requesting a withdrawal from the process. The email to the recruiter must include the applicant's current phone number.
Questions: All questions regarding this position should be directed to the assigned recruiter.
NOTE: The provisions of this publication do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision in this publication may be modified or revoked without notice
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Cordova Recreation & Park District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.