Masters Swim Team Coach
Salary
$20.55 Hourly
Location
City of Thornton; Trail Winds Recreation Center, CO
Job Type
Temporary Part-Time
Job Number
26199
Department
Parks & Recreation
Division
Recreation and Golf Temporary
Opening Date
07/29/2026
Closing Date
8/13/2026 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Non-Exempt
WORK HOURS
HOURS VARY (SEE BELOW)
STATUS 2
FLSA NON-EXEMPT
DAYS/HOURS:
Monday - Friday
Mornings and/or Evenings
Under general supervision, coaches the adult swim team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
Designs and implements swim workouts and training techniques for adults.
Attends swim meets and the Colorado Masters Swim Association meetings.
Completes monthly reports.
Maintains a variety of records related to the swim team.
Conducts swim technique clinic.
Provides quality customer service; enforces policies, rules, and regulations; governs the conduct of patrons using the pool.
Ensures all possible safety measures are observed.
Responds to emergency situations as required and maintains accurate accident and incident reports.
Complies with City and departmental rules and regulations, policies, and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
Must be at least 21 years of age. Requires high school diploma or GED; two years of previous seasonal swim coaching experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Licensing/Certification Requirements:
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) certificate and First Aid certification or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
May need the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as the job requires.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the City of Thornton and the department.
Knowledge of lifeguard processes and procedures.
Skill in teaching swim lessons for adults.
Skill in performing lifesaving, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid activities.
Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
Ability to work well with the public.
Ability to read, interpret and apply operating policies and procedures.
Ability to react quickly and accurately in emergency situations.
Ability to maintain composure during mentally, physically and emotionally stressful situations.
Ability to listen well and communicate effectively orally and in writing with various audiences.
Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays, or flexible schedules.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, stoop, climb, crawl, repeatedly twist the upper body, talk, hear, see and demonstrate manual dexterity, and must be able to lift 50 pounds on a daily basis. The employee must demonstrate the ability to remain calm during routine and stressful conditions.
TESTING PROCEDURES
Examinations may include but are not limited to application screening beyond minimum qualifications; written, oral, practical exercise or any combination thereof or other job related assessment deemed appropriate by Human Resources.
Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important! Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration.
As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions which may also include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre-determined positions.
The City of Thornton is an equal opportunity employer.
The City of Thornton offers employees an outstanding benefits package. Benefit eligibility is based on the status of the position. Please email Jobs@thorntonco.gov to receive a copy of our current Benefits Guide.
Benefits offered may include the following depending on the job type/status of the position:
01
Are you at least 21 years of age?
02
Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
03
Do you have at least two years of previous seasonal swim coaching experience?
04
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please describe your previous seasonal swim coaching experience in the box below. If you answered "no" to the question above, please enter "N/A" in the box below.
05
Do you have a current CPR, AED, and/or First Aid certification? Please check all that apply.
Required Question
Employer City of Thornton
Department Parks & Recreation Address 8651 Colorado Blvd
Thornton, Colorado, 80229
| Location | Thornton, CO |
| Industry | Government and Military |
| Year Founded | 1952 |
| Website | https://www.cityofthornton.net/Pages/default.aspx |
Thornton is a diverse community with a strong commitment to quality of life and environmental issues. The Denver metropolitan area in which Thornton is located consistently ranks as one of the most desirable areas to live in the United States. The community's location, 10 miles north of downtown Denver and adjacent to Interstate 25, provides high visibility for business while still allowing easy access to various transportation routes.
The city's location also provides an excellent environment for cultural, recreational, and outdoor enthusiasts. Thornton offers easy access to the 28 major resort areas found in the nearby Rocky Mountains, which offers skiing, hiking, rafting, and camping, as well as beautiful and breathtaking scenic wonders... most are well within a two hour drive. Cultural activities, including numerous museums, gardens, the opera and symphony, are readily available in Denver and other nearby communities such as Boulder, Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley and Arvada. Professional sports teams, including the Denver Broncos, Colorado Rockies, Colorado Avalanche, Colorado Rapids and the Denver Nuggets offer activities for the sports enthusiast.