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November 17, 2011

The Mako Swim Team at the Regional YMCA of Western Connecticut has an
immediate opening for the position of Head Age Group Coach.

The Head Age Group Coach will directly coach and oversee the Age Group
Programs for the Mako Swim Team. The Head Age Group Coach will supervise
the Developmental Program. The Head Age Group Coach will coach within the
Senior Program. The Head Age Group Coach position will carry on deck coaching
responsibilities from 3:00-8:00pm Monday-Friday, with weekend coaching
responsibilities during swim meets. Administrative tasks related to the Age Group
Program and YMCA swim meets are also responsibilities of this position. The Head
Age Group Coach reports to the Assistant Director of Competitive Aquatics.

Qualified candidates will preferably have experience as a Head Coach or Head
Age Group Coach for a USA or YMCA Swimming Team. ASCA Level 2 preferred,
required within 60 days of employment. Qualified candidates must demonstrate
a distinct understanding of the training and instructional needs of the Age Group
swimmer, with a commitment to the development of highly performing senior level
athletes. The philosophy of the qualified candidate must represent a commitment
to sound fundamentals that will provide an athlete the ability to thrive in senior
level competition. Eligible candidates must have Life Guard and CPR certification
or be able to obtain immediately upon employment, must pass YMCA and USA
Swimming background screening, and must complete USA Swimming Athlete
Protection Training. Current USA Swimming Coach Certification preferred.

The Head Age Group Coach position is a full-time exempt position with full benefits
including health care, dental, and YMCA retirement fund contributions at 5% of
position salary. Salary range: $28,000-$32,000

Qualified candidates shall submit their resume, cover letter highlighting coaching
philosophy, and three references to Rob Bouchey, Director of Competitive Aquatics
via email: rbouchey@regionalymca.org Applications accepted until November 30th.

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