JOB DESCRIPTION: Developmental Swim Team Coach
Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club is seeking a Developmental Swim Team Coach. Under the direction of
the Head Coach and Assistant Coach, the Developmental Coach is responsible for all aspects of coaching
assigned age groups of the Greenwood Tiger Sharks (GTS) Swim Team program, including on-deck and at
meets.
This is a part-time position, averaging 10-12 hours of practices per week and occasional meet coaching.
QUALIFICATIONS
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American Swim Coaches Association (ASCA) Certification – Level 2 or above preferred
Minimum two years’ experience in a competitive swim coach position preferred
Bachelor’s degree in health and recreation, physical education or related field preferred
Annual registration with USA Swimming
Coaches Safety Training and annual CPR and AED certification required
First Aid certification preferred
Ability to conduct swim lessons and perform water rescue
Effective presentation, teaching, communication and customer service skills
Effective marketing and organizational skills
Good interpersonal skills and organizational skills
Demonstrate a healthy lifestyle through maintaining and /or improving a commitment to good health and
a priority and integrity for physical fitness (i.e., non-smoker, exercise regularly, etc.)
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Exemplify the structure, philosophy and direction of the GTS Swim Team program, including Department
Conduct Guidelines
Implement annual action plan for swim team program; set goals with Head Coach and Assistant Coach
Develop and implement group/individual goals for assigned age group(s)
Attend all required meets, evaluate races and re-evaluate training/goals for group/individuals accordingly
Will require early morning, evening and weekend hours
Design, implement and participate in group team building activities – coaches and swimmers
Adhere to practice schedules, meet schedule and training program design with input from GTS coaching
staff
Complete meet entries for age groups as needed; know requirements and act with integrity
Coordinate travel accommodations for the team when necessary; supervise swimmers and staff
according to USA Swimming Meet Protocol, Team Trip Rules
Coordinate with other coaches to ensure a seamless transition when swimmers advance to the next
group
Develop and implement group and individual goals for each assigned age group
Evaluate individual swimmers performance in meets and re-evaluate training/goals for group/individuals
accordingly
Collaborate with Head Coach to design all printed materials (i.e. brochures, flyers, Pulse newsletter,
posters) related to department promotion; update supply of promotional materials throughout the club
Contribute to content of GTS team newsletter
Submit website updates to Head Coach
Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote and advertise the program, within Colorado
Swimming and nationally
Respond to member/parent/swimmer comment forms, phone calls and e-mails within 24 hours of
receiving
Assist in locker room management during peak pool usage times
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Assist swimmers with planning and applying for college, and attend National Signing Day as needed
Meet with Head Coach / Assistant Coach weekly
Carry out facility operations, policies and procedures
Participate in club-wide events whenever possible (i.e. Member Appreciation Events)
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and current resume to Marc Rios, Head Coach, at
[email protected]. Deadline to apply Friday, September 4, 2015.
ABOUT GREENWOOD ATHLETIC AND TENNIS CLUB
Located in the heart of the Denver Tech Center in Greenwood Village, Colorado, Greenwood Athletic and
Tennis Club provides a truly unique fitness experience. This expansive 153,000-square-foot athletic and
tennis club is Denver’s premiere full service health club offering over 125 group exercise classes per week
including Spinning®, Les Mills’ BodyPump™ and BodyStep™, Pilates mat, Thermal Yoga® and many other
classes. The tennis facilities include seven indoor clay tennis courts and five outdoor hard courts. Aquatic
facilities include an 8-lane, 25 meter indoor lap pool, a seasonal outdoor Splash pool for the kids, a seasonal
adult lounging pool, and all year outdoor 6-lane, 25 meter lap pool with heated decks and aquatic locker
rooms. With gorgeous mountain views and a friendly, caring staff, Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club
provides not just a fitness experience, but “The Best Part of Your Day!”®