The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include: Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration. Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement. All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance. PAY RATE: $22.00/hr

Job Summary

Under the close supervisor of the Recreation Specialist- Aquatics, A Swim Team Coach is responsible for expanding and perfecting the swim team’s abilities and always ensuring the safety of the swimmers. . Creating a variety of work outs and being able to teach correct competitive strokes using various swimming techniques, drills, and games. Evaluates individual and team performance, explains techniques, and assists with skills improvement. Monitor pool activities during swim meets and practices. Swim Team Coach should show a genuine interest in all swimmers and enthusiasm in their coaching. The City of Lakewood is currently recruiting variable employees for this position. A variable employee is an at-will employee who works in a seasonal or temporary capacity. Their work schedule is based on business need. This position would be a part-time non benefitted position. Essential

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Responsibilities

Coaching weeknights (CARA) and/or weekends (Master’s) Attendance at a variety of located Swim Meets on Weekends Office Tasks: Creating Swim Cards for Swim Meets, Emails to participants, Team Attendance, Swimming Awards, creating daily work outs, etc. Reporting Relationships Supervision Received: Receives general supervision from the Aquatics Specialist Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to deal effectively with participants and the public in a positive way. Ability to employ effective instructional methods and techniques, as well as the ability to model those techniques to participants. Background check required. Technological Skills Ability to operate Microsoft Office Suite to include, Outlook, Word and Excel.

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Experience

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Experience

Previous group swim team experience. (i.e. USA Swimming, Summer Club, etc.) Previous coaching experience Certification/Licenses/Specialized Training Current American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR Certifications or equivalent. Or in the process of obtaining the certifications

Pay Range

$14.81-$57.41 Background and reference checks will be conducted for all regular and some variable/seasonal positions. Lakewood is full of possibilities for businesses, residents and visitors with innovative approaches, community collaboration, a strong financial foundation and healthy local economy. The city serves as a gateway to outdoor adventures while also providing a 10-minute commute to the heart of the metropolitan area. Much of Lakewood’s charm derives from neighborhoods as varied as horse properties, live/work units for artists, urban-style lofts and traditional homes. Lakewood has dedicated one-quarter of the land in the city to parks and open space, providing for a healthy, active lifestyle. The city also provides a comprehensive array of services, and we are home to global and national companies while also having a robust array of small businesses. We’re an All-America City connected to the metro area with the latest technology and multiple transportation options. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following page: Access Lakewood Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest! The City of Lakewood offers a robust benefits package. The following applies only to regular full-time and part-time positions. Medical Cigna HDHP with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) Kaiser Permanente DHMO with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) Dental Delta Dental PPO plus Premier Plan Vision Vision Service Plan (VSP) Life Insurance Employees are covered for 1.5 times their annual base salary in life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment, up to a maximum of $500,000 (the minimum benefit is $50,000). The city pays the cost of this coverage. Pension Our pension fund is a social security replacement, money purchase plan. Mandatory employee contribution is 11% of gross base salary; city contribution is 13% of gross base salary. Sick Leave Full-time employees earn 8 hours per month. Part-time employees earn 6 hours per month. Vacation Full-time employees with less than five years of service earn 8 hours per month. Part-time employees with less than five years of service earn 6 hours per month. City Holidays Holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. The Following are Additional

Benefits

the City Offers: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Deferred Compensation Voluntary Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Short Term Disability Long Term Disability (LTD) Injury Leave Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) Military Leave Jury Duty Tuition Assistance Credit Union Recreation Facilities Employees are eligible for free general admission into the city’s recreation centers, swimming pools and Bear Creek Lake Park. Wellness Programs Value-Added Benefits