Youth Recreation Coordinator

Muckleshoot Indian Tribe•Auburn, WA

17h

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Recreation Program Manager, the Youth Recreation Coordinator educates youth in physical fitness, health, sportsmanship, teamwork, and other self-esteem and character-related values through athletics. The coordinator assists with Recreation Department operations and resources during assigned shifts, supervises youth participants, and plans and delivers sports programs, tournaments, leagues, and related activities. The role includes supporting youth development, communicating with families, maintaining program equipment and vehicles, and ensuring participant safety.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED equivalent.
Two years of related experience working in recreation, physical education, health/fitness, or youth programs.
Current and valid Washington state driver’s license.
First Aid and CPR certification.
Food Handlers permit.
Skills in supervisory techniques, including managing, scheduling, assigning, coordinating, and monitoring others’ work.
Skills in motivational techniques, verbal and written communication, effective listening, observing interactions, problem-solving, conflict resolution, evaluating options, and implementing solutions.
Ability to use a computer and standard office equipment.
Knowledge of physical education curriculum, team sports, and game rules; English composition and grammar; teaching and instructional methods; laws and government regulations; human behavior and performance; learning and motivation; and Native American culture and history.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic; communicate and comprehend information in written and verbal forms; form culturally competent, non-judgmental, supportive, and empowering relationships with youth; gather and interpret data; reach logical conclusions; present findings and recommendations; and use independent judgment.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Native Americans and/or within a Tribal community.
Early childhood or child-development education or certification.

Responsibilities

Assist with Recreation Department operations, including facilities, the gym, tournaments, and classes during assigned shifts.
Supervise youth participants and provide guidance, counseling, training, development, and discipline as needed.
Create tournaments and leagues, such as basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and flag football.
Supervise youth using program facilities, off-site facilities and properties, parks, and field-trip sites.
Plan and organize large youth sports programs and prepare written materials, including timelines, fact sheets, coach applications, and parent orientations.
Provide leadership, planning, and coordination for Muckleshoot Youth participants; interpret and implement Recreation Program policies; and develop and implement program goals and objectives.
Help provide snacks and transportation as needed.
Teach youth basic sports fundamentals, rules, and teamwork.
Build relationships with Tribal departments and outside agencies that may provide services or resources to Tribal youth.
Monitor children until they are turned over to a parent or guardian before leaving the field or gym.
Provide first aid when injuries occur, notify the Recreation Manager when first-aid supplies need replenishment, and complete accident reports for injuries requiring more than simple first aid.
Call 911 for severe injuries.
Report problems with fields, equipment, player or parent behavior, or officials to the Recreation Manager.
Read and maintain access to players’ registration forms at every practice and game, and know the medical conditions listed on those forms.
Maintain program vehicles and mileage logs, and report damage or needed repairs.
Maintain program equipment and supplies, and report damage or needed repairs.
Communicate program information to parents and players regularly and as needed by telephone, email, cell phone, or other means, and abide by the code of conduct.
Prepare pre-season through post-season calendars and training schedules.
Perform a wide range of office and field duties as needed in support of community service and the well-being of Tribal members.