Applications due 03/01/25
Job Description:
Date posted: February 5, 2025
Location: 677 West Whitehall Road, State College, PA, USA
A job can be so much more than a paycheck. When you work for the Y, you’re helping empower young people, improve health and well-being, and inspire action in YOUR community.
The State College YMCA is currently accepting applications for a full-time Head Swim Team Coach to be responsible for planning, coaching, and leading the swim team to meet the goals and objectives of the YMCA competitive swim team program.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Plan, organize, and develop the swim team program. Plan, attend, and direct team practices as scheduled and within the guidelines set forth by the Aquatics Director. The coach must be accessible to all levels of swimmers and ensure the safety of participants at all times.
- Recruit, hire, develop, and train assistant coaches. Process bi-weekly payroll for coaching staff.
- Maintain proper team records and file reports as needed, including maintaining an accurate team roster using Team Manager Software.
- Attend all league meetings and team meets. Coordinate entry information to meet all deadlines. Attend and organize USA Swimming meet participation as needed.
- Work with the SCAY Parent Committee to recruit and manage volunteers. Actively participate in all parent committee meetings.
- Relate to individual swimmers on a personal basis during practice and at meets.
- Be accessible to parents to hear concerns via in-person appointments, phone calls, or emails.
- Other duties as assigned by the Aquatics Director or Branch Executive Director. These may include but are not limited to teaching stroke clinics or assisting with swimming lessons outside of the winter swim season.
Qualifications:
- At least 3 years of aquatic experience as a competitive swimmer or aquatic instructor.
- 5 years of competitive coaching experience is preferred.
- Working knowledge of competitive aquatics.
- Ability to lead, inspire, and motivate swimmers of all ages.
- Current valid drivers license and access to a personal vehicle.
- YMCA of the USA Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving and American Red Cross or YMCA of the USA Lifeguarding certification (including CPR, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen). This is required for coaching deck pass for any district and national swim meet.
Benefits:
- Salary range of $46,000 to $50,000 per year depending on experience.
- 403(b) Retirement program.
- Free YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities. Employee discounts on YMCA programs.
- Employer paid group health insurance for the employee.
- Vision and dental insurance available at cost to the employee.
- Generous paid time-off package and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development.
How to Apply
Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Jamie SanFilippo at [email protected].
Contact Information
677 W Whitehall Rd
State College, PA 16801
phone: 814-237-7717
