What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Soccer Coach position at City of Los Angeles Recreation and Parks?
City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks
VAN NUYS SHERMAN OAKS RECREATION CENTER
14201 HUSTON STREET, SHERMAN OAKS, CA 91423 (818) 783-5121
RECREATION ASSISTANT
Soccer Staff (4)
Available Hours
0 to 20 hours a week
Hours
- Monday - Friday, 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
- Saturdays, 7:00 am - 5:00 pm.
- Exact schedule will vary weekly based on program needs.
- Soccer Seasons: June – August and September through November.
Description of Duties
Duties include, but are not limited to
- Supervising teams, volunteer coaches, and parents.
- Communicating effectively with all participants, parents and volunteer coaches.
- Distributing and providing updated information to all participants in the program. Conduct coach’s meetings, player’s evaluations and drafts.
- Organize team rosters, practice, game schedules and equipment.
- Coach multiple teams and step in when a coach is not able to attend. Officiate and score keep games.
- Recruit officials, volunteers and participants.
- Prepare fields for practices and games.
- Providing assistance during practices if needed.
- Assist with any additional duties as needed for the effectiveness of the program.
- Ability to work independently.
- Work under extreme weather conditions.
- Will need to ensure good sportsmanship is always being practiced.
- Ensure safety protocols are followed.
Qualifications
- Applicants available the entire duration of the program preferred.
- Enthusiastic, responsible, reliable, professional, uses good judgment and is able to inspire and motivate coaches and participants.
- Will need to follow directions under the supervision of the director and coordinators, adapt to change, and implement program policies and procedures.
- Experience playing and teaching soccer boys or girls ages 3 - 15.
- Knowledgeable of the game rules and game day procedures.
- Ability to supervise adults and children enrolled in the program.
- Able to move, carry equipment and set up fields.
- Able to speak and make presentations in front of a large group.
To Apply
Email resume to: Email: Christina.Henry@lacity.org & Liseth.Orrego@lacity.org
Subject: Soccer position – Recreation Assistant
Last Day to Apply: March 10th, 2025
For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding
COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-
Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal
Pay: From $21.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid training
Schedule:
- After school
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22
