Sports Coach - Elementary School Basketball

Willamalane Park and Recreation District • Springfield, OR

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About The Position

The Sports Coach for Athletic Programs is responsible for providing instruction, leadership, and supervision to participants in athletic programs, specifically basketball for elementary school students. The role involves leading skill workouts, practices, and competitions in an organized structure. The coach will work under the general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, who will review the work based on results attained and the accomplishment of outlined objectives and goals. While supervision is not typically a responsibility of this position, the coach will confirm participation paperwork is received and schedules are distributed.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalency.
• Four years of experience in community education, parks and recreation, or a related area working closely with youth and the general public.
• Concussion certification.
• Possession of current First Aid, AED, and CPR certificates.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Considerable knowledge of methods involved in coordinating, scheduling, and implementing recreational activities.
• Knowledge of coaching methods and techniques, skills, and safety precautions involved in athletic programs.
• Basic computer skills and word processing.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and schedule practices and games for participants.
• Secure practice areas to ensure they are safe and free of hazards.
• Report all participant injuries at practice and competition to the Recreation Supervisor.
• Provide first aid care as necessary.
• Carry necessary paperwork including emergency forms, medical and parent/guardian information to all practices and competitions.
• Ensure locker rooms are checked and cleaned daily.
• Oversee students leaving competition sites with a parent or guardian and ensure they are signed out when applicable.
• Attend all coaches meetings and trainings necessary to facilitate the program.
• Perform other job-related duties or tasks as required.

Benefits

• Annual cost of living increase (up to 4% as approved by the Board).
• Merit increase (3%) upon successful completion of probationary period and then annually.
• Additional $1/hour increase upon successful completion of a Spanish competency test.
• Discount on selected childcare programs.
• 25-percent discount on certain recreation programs.
• Holiday Pay (double time) for any hours worked on district designated holidays.
• Sick leave accrual, 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
• Free use of pools for lap and play swim for employee only, with discounts for household members.
• Free use of fitness center for employee only, with discounts for household members.
• Free Wellness programs for employee.
• Payroll direct deposit is available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees