HEAD SWIM COACH at YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina – WILMINGTON, North Carolina

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Y is a leading nonprofit for strengthening the community, and the nation’s largest provider of swim lessons to increase skill and safety in and around water. This position provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Maintain proper records, team rosters, and swim team reports as needed.
2. Organize and implement the swim team practices and meet schedules, attend swim meets, develop events, and coordinate entry information.
3. Relate to parents concerns through individual contacts by appointments or phone calls.
4. Coordinate end of season banquet.
5. Organize and implement one in season fundraiser(swim-a-thon, car wash, ect.) (year round team)
6. Support, develop, and promote all YMCA programs.
7. Ability to accurately assess individual swim levels for proper training.
8. Organize and implement pre-season registration, uniforms, and information meetings.
9. Responsible for setting up and removing pool equipment for all practices and swim meets.
10. Organizing parent groups and volunteers for all fundraisers, swim meets, and YMCA functions.
11. Recruit and hire one paid assistant swim coach position.

OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At the Y, we strive to live our purpose of strengthening communities with intention and purpose every day. We welcome all: we are open to everyone. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We nurture: we support you on your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

YMCA PART-TIME BENEFITS OVERVIEW: At the YMCA, we invest in our people so they can better serve our communities. Our part-time employees enjoy a supportive, inclusive work environment with valuable benefits that reflect our mission and core values.

• Complimentary YMCA Membership
• Flexible Scheduling
• Professional Development
• Retirement Benefits
• Employee Resource Groups

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.

Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

The YMCA of Southeastern NC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, faith, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual preference, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.

The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Certifications preferred: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification through the American Red Cross
2. Working knowledge of competitive aquatics.
3. Ability to relate to participants and parents.
4. At least 21 years of age
5. Proficient knowledge of all 4 strokes.
6. Either YMCA or USA swim coach certified preferred

Prior experience:

At least 1 year of competitive swimming experience: USS club, YMCA club, or High School.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
• Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child

YMCA SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
CPR & First Aid – Must be able to complete and maintain certification in CPR and First Aid; able to assist individuals in need until professional help arrives.

Emergency Response – Ability to quickly identify emergency situations (medical, fire, environmental, etc.) and respond appropriately following established procedures.

Incident Management – Required to report all safety incidents and hazards immediately and accurately to supervisors.

Safe Environment – Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and hazard-free environment for all staff, members, and participants.

Physical Readiness – Must be able to perform physical tasks related to safety, including assisting individuals of various ages and physical abilities.

Compliance – Follow all YMCA safety protocols, OSHA standards, and state/local regulations as applicable.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement: The YMCA provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require accommodation to complete the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact Human Resources.

Job Title: Head Swim Coach

FLSA Status: Non - Exempt

Job Type: Part Time
Pay Rate: $18 - $20 / Hour

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 2PM – 7PM
Revision Date: 2/6/26

Equal Opportunity Employer: The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.