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Department:

Human Services- Recreation

Salary Grade:

MISC 2

Reports To:

Aquatics Program Manager

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Appointed By:

Town Manager

Date:

August 2025

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Aquatics Manager, and Aquatics Supervisor performs varied tasks in instructing and administering Beede Center's Diving program.  The Head Diving Coach is responsible for creating and maintaining a learn-to-dive program with the goals of introducing new divers to competitive diving and converting those learners into a Competitive Diving Team.  Performs varied and responsible duties requiring a thorough knowledge of departmental operations and the exercise of judgment and initiative in completing tasks, particularly in situations not clearly defined by precedent or established procedures.  Incumbent is called upon to handle a significant amount of details, each varying from the other in substance and content, requiring incumbent to approach workload with flexibility.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who are or become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

       Lead all diving lessons, practices, and dry land sessions

       Teach technique, introduce new dives, and provide detailed performance feedback and analysis.

       Ensure adherence to safety protocols and industry standards within the diving environment.

       Actively engage with all participants, with an athlete first mentality

       Work with Aquatics Manager to build and develop a diving program that covers all skill levels.

       Oversee the facility and ensure all diving equipment is in good working order.

       Assist with any and all meet related needs.

       Remains aware of all fitness and pool related classes and programs run by the Recreation Division.

       Provides adequate notice if unable to work a scheduled shift; arranges for a substitute coach and obtains approval from Management.

       Arrives on time and is ready to work.

       Attends mandatory in-service training sessions and staff meetings.

       Regular attendance at the workplace is required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

       Oversee Volunteers and other Dive Coaches

 EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

       Required certifications: CPR for Professional Rescuer, AED.  First Aid.

       Preferred certifications: Lifeguard Training

       At least 3 years of competitive diving coaching experience is strongly preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

       Specialized knowledge in Aquatics. Ability to teach and mentor divers in skill-development and to fairly and tactfully enforce facility rules and regulations.

       Excellent communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all members of the public, including children and young adults, in a courteous manner.

       Ability to maintain a variety of records and statistics.

       Ability to deal with multiple tasks at the same time.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who are or become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the physical demands (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

Regularly required to stand, walk, crouch, stoop, reach, crawl, climb, sit and hear for extended periods. Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, and feel objects or equipment.  Noise is moderate to loud at times and some work may be performed outdoors under various weather conditions. Vision and hearing at or correctable to normal ranges.

Some work is performed in a normal office environment, not subject to extreme variations of temperature, noise, odors, etc.  Frequently subjected to the demands of other individuals and the volume and /or rapidity with which tasks must be accomplished.

Operates computer, printer, video display terminal, typewriter, calculator, telephone, copier, facsimile machine and all other standard office equipment requiring eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity. Operates pool and fitness equipment.    

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job.  The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.