What are the responsibilities and job description for the CARA Track Team Assistant Coach position at City of Thornton, CO?
Salary : $16.43 - $21.69 Hourly
Location : Thornton, CO
Job Type : Seasonal Part-Time
Job Number : 25048
Department : Parks, Recreation, & Community Programs
Division : Recreation and Golf Temporary
Opening Date : 01 / 15 / 2025
Closing Date : Continuous
FLSA : Non-Exempt
WORK HOURS : HOURS VARY (SEE BELOW)
STATUS 2 : FLSA NON-EXEMPT
Days / Hours : June - July
Monday / Wednesday 8 : 00 AM - 11 : 00 AM
Tuesday / Thursday 5 : 30 PM - 8 : 30 PM
Saturday 7 : 00 - 3 : 00 PM
Under general supervision, assists the Youth Coach with the planning, organization, and supervision of the Colorado Association of Recreational Athletics (CARA) track and field, cross-country, tennis, or swim team programs for participants 5-18 years of age.
This is the entry level class in the Assistant Youth Coach / Youth Coach series. Incumbents entering this class have limited related work experience. The Assistant Youth Coach is flexibly linked to the Youth Coach.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
Assists with designing and implementing practices, workouts and training.
Assists with setting up and taking down equipment.
Assists with instructing track and field skills to participants of various levels.
Ensures all possible safety measures are observed.
Identifies and reports any hazards.
Provides excellent customer service, including interacting with participants and / or parents to answer questions and resolve problems.
Responds to emergency situations as required; maintains and forwards accurate accident and incident reports to supervisor.
Reports any issues and concerns to supervisor.
Attends trainings and meetings as required.
Complies with city and departmental rules and regulations, policies, and procedures.
May act in Youth Coach's absence.
May be required to work weekends and holidays.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education / Experience :
Requires one season of competitive track and field experience or participation. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Licensing / Certification Requirements :
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certificates or the ability to obtain both within 30 days of hire.
May need the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as the job requires.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the city of Thornton and the department.
Knowledge of the sport of track and field.
Knowledge of coaching track and field to participants of all abilities.
Skill in performing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid activities.
Skill in instructing and demonstrating track and field skills to participants of all abilities.
Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
Ability to read, interpret and apply operating policies and procedures.
Ability to react quickly and accurately in emergency situations.
Ability to listen well and communicate effectively with the public.
Ability to maintain composure during mentally, physically and emotionally stressful situations.
Physical and Mental Requirements :
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, stoop, climb, crawl, repeatedly twist the upper body, talk, hear, see and demonstrate manual dexterity, and is regularly required to stand and walk around for up to eight hours per day. The employee must demonstrate the ability to remain calm during routine and stressful conditions. The employee may be exposed to various environmental weather conditions, including being in the sun and heat for up to eight hours per day, several days each week. The employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a daily basis.
TESTING PROCEDURES
Examinations may include but are not limited to application screening beyond minimum qualifications; written, oral, practical exercise or any combination thereof or other job related assessment deemed appropriate by Human Resources.
Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important! Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration.
As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions which may also include a review of credit report and / or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and / or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre-determined positions.
The City of Thornton is an equal opportunity employer.
The City of Thornton offers employees an outstanding benefits package. Benefit eligibility is based on the status of the position. Please email Jobs@thorntonco.gov to receive a copy of our 2024 Benefits Guide.
Benefits offered may include the following depending on the job type / status of the position :
- Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life, Dependent Life & Supplemental Life Insurance Options
Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment Policy
Flexible Spending Plan
Retiree Health Savings Plan
Pension Plan & Deferred Compensation Plans
Short & Long-term Disability Plans
Paid Holidays
Vacation & Sick Leave
Multilingual Incentive Pay
Recreation Pass
Wellness Program - Learn more
In-House Training Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Schedules
Hybrid Schedules
Are you at least 16 years of age?
Do you have at least one season of competitive track and field experience or participation?
If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please describe your competitive track and field experience in the box below. If you answered "No" to the question above, please enter "N / A" in the box below.
Do you have a current CPR and / or 1st Aid certification? Check all that apply.
Required Question
Salary : $16 - $22
