Youth Sports Head Coach (Recreation Instructor)

City and County of Denver•Denver, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The City and County of Denver’s Department of Parks and Recreation is hiring Youth Sports Head Coaches (Recreation Instructors) to coach youth ages 3–17 in seasonal and year-round sports programs. Coaches help participants learn sports fundamentals while emphasizing sportsmanship, fun, skill development, and character development. Sports include baseball, basketball, coach pitch, T-ball, softball, flag football, gymnastics, tumbling, cheerleading, volleyball, soccer, tennis, and track and field. The winter season runs from December to March, and coaches are expected to commit to the full duration of their respective season. This is an on-call, part-time hourly position with routine or variable schedules, working no more than 39 hours per week. Work takes place onsite at recreation centers and/or field sites throughout Denver. The target pay is $19.80 per hour; the position is eligible for the City and County of Denver’s 457b retirement plan but is not eligible for other additional benefits.

Requirements

High school graduation or possession of a GED, HiSET, or TASC Certificate.
One year of experience assisting in the operation and instruction of organized recreation activities. Additional appropriate education may substitute for the minimum experience requirement.
CPR and First Aid certification within six months of hire; certifications must be kept current as a condition of continued employment.
Commitment to the full duration of the respective season.

Nice To Haves

Current CPR/First Aid certification.
Experience as a Head Coach or at least two seasons as an Assistant Coach.
Experience instructing or coaching flag football, soccer, volleyball, gymnastics, or tennis.
Experience coaching, instructing, or teaching youth.

Responsibilities

Serve as a role model for youth in a sports program focused on sportsmanship, fun, skill development, and character development.
Develop fun and creative practice plans for youth ages 3–17.
Be prepared and accountable for practices and games, including managing equipment, resolving conflicts, and communicating with parents.
Provide and maintain a safe environment for all participants.
Enforce program rules and department policies, and provide conflict resolution and behavior management when necessary.
Facilitate on-field or on-court officiating and instruction as necessary.
Attend all mandatory trainings and workshops.