Sports Coach - Middle School Track & Field

Willamalane Park and Recreation District•Springfield, OR

1d•$17

About The Position

General Statement of Duties: Provide instruction, leadership and supervision to participants in athletic programs. Lead skill workouts, practices and competitions in an organized structure; does related work as required. Distinguishing Features of the Class: An employee in this classification is responsible for coaching and teaching youth and adults in athletic programs. Work is under the general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, who reviews work primarily based on results attained and on the accomplishment of outlined objectives and goals. Supervision is not normally a responsibility of positions in this classification; however, incumbents are responsible for confirming participation paperwork is received and schedules are distributed.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalency and four years of experience in community education, parks and recreation, or related area which included working closely with youth and the general public; or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and ability to perform above-described duties.
Concussion certification.
Possession of current First Aid, AED and CPR certificates.
Must be at least 16 years of age.
Considerable knowledge of methods involved in coordinating, scheduling and implementing a program of recreational activities, coaching methods and techniques, skills and safety precaution involved in athletic programs, and record keeping; knowledge of computers and basic word processing.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Work successfully with youth, parents, co-workers and supervisor
Work independently
Act calmly and effectively in emergency situations
First Aid and CPR

Nice To Haves

Spanish speaking preferred; a bilingual rate adjustment is contingent upon passing a proficiency test.

Responsibilities

Assumes primary responsibilities for program-assigned tasks including, but not limited to, planning, organizing and scheduling of practice and games for participants.
Assumes primary responsibilities to secure practice areas are safe and absent of all hazards and non-approved individuals.
Report all participant injuries at practice and competition to the Recreation Supervisor. Provides 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 on a daily basis.
Oversee students leaving competition site with a parent or guardian and secure the students are signed out when applicable.
Attend all coaches' meetings and trainings necessary to facilitate 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 or American Sign Language (ASL) competency test.
Discount on selected childcare programs (see Policy Manual for restrictions).
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. Part-time staff may use sick leave beginning on their 91st day of employment.
Free use of pools for lap and play swim for employee only. Discount for household members.
Free use of fitness center for employee only. Discount for household members.
Free Wellness programs for employee.
Payroll direct deposit is available.