NYO Head Coach

NYO Head Coach

Department: Education

Program: Yaghanen K-12

Reports to: Activities and Community Engagement Supervisor

Employment Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule: 40 Hours/52 Weeks

Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638

Job Summary

The NYO Head Coach will work under the supervision of the Activities and Community Engagement Supervisor in the Yaghanen Culture and Language program. The NYO Coach is responsible for leading the NYO programming during Yaghanen, leading Kenaitze NYO teams, and responding to local requests to teach NYO at district schools to teach NYO. The NYO Head Coach will also work with the Activities and Community Engagement Supervisor to assist with Yaghanen culture and language programming in the off-season and summer. The Head Coach will travel with and chaperone youth at various NYO events while coaching a Junior and Senior team and will be responsible for managing team budgets, supplies and equipment to create a successful NYO program.

Essential Functions

• Works as part of the Yaghanen Language and Culture Team
• Develops and implement training programs for NYO athletes that focus on physical, mental, and spiritual preparation
• Incorporates traditional Indigenous practices, values, and cultural teachings into the training program
• Fosters a positive team environment that encourages teamwork, mutual respect, and commitment while providing individualized coaching to athletes based on their strengths, areas of growth, and goals
• Creates and maintain effective communication channels with athletes, parents, and program staff
• Plans and organizes team travel, accommodations, and competition schedules
• Develops and maintain relationships with other NYO coaches, officials, and organizations statewide
• Travels with/drives to and organizes transportation, for chaperoning youth at various NYO events
• Creates relationships with local post-secondary institutions to assess viability of starting a college team
• Manages team budgets, organizes fundraisers, and maintains inventory list of equipment and supplies
• Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance

It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.

Working Conditions

Lifting Requirements

• Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit (Stationary position)
• Walk (Move, Traverse)
• Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, work atop, Traverse)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)
• Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)
• See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)
• Taste/Smell (Detect, Distinguish, Determine)
• Pushing or Pulling
• Repetitive Motion

Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions

• Exposure to Fumes
• Exposure to Extreme Temperatures
• Wet
• Noise

OSHA Categories

• Category II - Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur

Equipment and Tools

List Equipment used for job: computer, office equipment

List Tools: NYO event apparatus

Drives KIT or Personal Vehicle: Both

Travel

• Local
• In-State
• Out of State

Qualifications

Education

• Associate's degree in Physical Education, Indigenous Studies, Sports Science, Education or related field; or a combination of education and experience in a related field may be substituted for a degree

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a head or assistant coach for NYO athletes and teams, or an athletic coach for other activities
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an NYO participant

Preferred

• Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities
• Coaching credentials or certification, or obtain within the first 90 days of hire

License/Certification

• Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy, (or obtain within 90 days of hire)
• First Aid and CPR certification or obtain within 90 days of hire Concussion training and certification or obtain within 90 days of hire
• Sudden cardiac arrest training and certification or obtain within 90 days of hire

Special Skills

• Strong knowledge of Indigenous culture, traditions, and values
• Experience working with youth in a coaching, teaching, or mentoring capacity
• Exceptional leadership and supervisory skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of sports science, injury prevention, and training techniques
• Ability to work evenings and weekends to accommodate training, travel and competition schedules
• Knowledge and experience with budgets and travel arrangements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, or obtain training within 90 days of hire
• Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others
• Ability to multi-task, work independently, and meet deadlines

This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.

• Memorandum of Understanding: Serves as documented evidence that the Kenaitze Indian Tribe has expressed the ineligibility of an employee to operate motor vehicles owned, leased or rented by the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, or to operate a personal vehicle on behalf of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe.