Assistant Dive Coach (Seasonal)

Salary Range:$13.00 To 13.00 Hourly

The City of Leawood, Kansas will be accepting applications for Assistant Dive Coach (Seasonal) until January 31, 2024. 

Why you should apply to be a part of the Parks, Recreation & Arts Department at the City of Leawood:

• Want to earn some extra money, be outdoors and work with the best Recreation Team in the KC Metro!
• The Recreation Team strives for excellence in their service to each other, clients, fellow employees, the Governing Body and ultimately the citizens of Leawood.

Summary/Objective

The Assistant Dive Coach assists in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the recreational dive team program and coordinate meets and events in conjunction with the Leawood Lighting Parent Board and City Staff. This position is responsible for assisting in the coordination of swim practices and meets along with the safety of the participants.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting the Head Dive Coach in the planning, preparing and implementing well diversified and structured dive practices and meets for patrons. Duties include but not limited to ensuring participants are informed of important information, coordinating transportation to meets and events and ensuring the safety of the patrons.
• Assists the Dive Coach with day-to-day activities for the dive team.
• Assists the Swim Lesson Coordinator in conducting dive lessons for patrons ranging in age from one to fourteen years of age. Ensures the safety of the patrons during swim lessons.
• May be required to represent the City and the Dive team at meetings and special functions.
• Wears approved attire at all times.
• Reports to scheduled work shifts on time.
• Attends required meeting and training sessions.
• May be required to make decisions regarding inclement weather in regards to meets and practices, which may warrant cancelling participation or seeking shelter.

Education, Training, and Certification Requirements

• Must be 17 years of age and have a minimum of two (2) years of related experience.
• Equivalent requirement is 18 years of age and one (1) year experience.
• One (1) year of college or equivalent experience preferred.
• Competitive diving experience required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record per the City’s drivers Use of Vehicles for City Business policy throughout employment with the City.