Swim Program Deckhand (Paid Training Provided)
This Leadership position revolves around ensuring the quality and safety of our Learn-To-Swim Program from out of water. Deckhands operate as the liaisons between parents, instructors, admin, and supervisors: they are the ambassadors of ASA.
Our Leadership Team is essential to our business, and we are looking for the right candidate that possesses leadership qualities, along with the drive and dedication to continuously improve the services we are providing for our customers.
Responsibilities
- Teaching and coaching all levels of our Swim Lesson program
- Supervising pools and other areas to ensure safety and progress
- Monitoring instructors and classes
- Working closely with Swim Program Manager
- Communicating with parents and children in positive and encouraging manner
- Conducting shift meetings with staff as needed
- Administering reports and paperwork as needed
- Maintaining 100% customer satisfaction
Requirements:
- Swim background, LG and WSI are preferred, not required - we will certify internally.
- Effective communication skills; verbally and in writing while projecting a professional and positive image at all times.
- Confident leadership skills
- Positive customer service skills
- Weekend commitment of Saturday or Sunday
Working Environment
Physical Effort - Swim program staff must stand and/or remain in a pool for a significant period of time without a break. Additional physical efforts may include walking, climbing stairs, bending over, reaching overhead, crouching, kneeling, balancing, pushing or pulling, lifting or carrying weighted items, repetitive use of hands, arms, legs, and hand/eye coordination.
Mental Effort - Must be confident in working with families, children and co-workers. Must possess excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills. This includes problem solving, detail-focused, and confident decision-making skills.
Benefits
- Atlanta Swim Academy offers professional growth opportunities for those that qualify.
- Full, Paid training provided.
- Health Insurance is available to full-time employees.
- Employee discount.
- Employee Referral Program.
- Employee Assistance Program including: work-life resources, legal & financial resources and access to virtual counseling sessions - (all resources are free and confidential)
- Paid-Time-Off Program for full-time employees.
- Retirement Plan Benefit - SIMPLE IRA w/Employer match
- Team building outings and functions.
ASA is a family-owned business serving East Cobb and the surrounding area for over 40 years. Our exceptional reputation in the community has made us a leader in the Learn-to-Swim industry.
We are committed to continuous improvement and striving for excellence.
All of our staff participate in continuous education programs, including our in-water training system, online training courses, Red Cross Lifeguard certification for all Instructors, staff leadership training, USSSA National Conferences, and constant on-going training and development in all departments.
We have 3 indoor heated at 90 degrees pools for warm year-round swimming. The large viewing hallway allows parents to observe swim lessons comfortably and provides easy access to our 6 family changing rooms. Additionally, our large men's and women's restrooms have generous changing areas.
ASA Mission Statement:
Our mission is to develop the skills necessary for a lifetime of swimming, while creating a safe and fun environment in and around water.
Company Core Values:
Respectful Team Player
- Focused, Aware, and Present
- Enthusiastically committed to the Team
- Values Integrity and Trust
- Encourages and Advocates the Teams' Success
Fearless Self-Improvement
- Strives for Excellence; Driven to be the Best
- Embraces Change and Innovation
- Seeks Challenges as Opportunities for Growth
- Uncomfortable w/ 'Status Quo' or Being Average
Helpful Hard Worker
- Driven, Diligent, Self-Motivated
- Genuinely Thrives on Helping People
- Strong & Consistent Work Ethic
- Pursues Opportunities to Build up Team