Head Track Coach

Description

Hiring Range: The base/starting wage for this position is $16.96 per hour, which increases based on years of service/experience.

Work Schedule: Varies (weekdays, weekends, mornings, evenings) May – July

NATURE OF WORK
As a member of the Recreation Division, this seasonal position is responsible for assisting with the overall supervision and planning of selected programs. Conducts team practice sessions and meets. Work is performed in accordance with standard practice and methods requiring initiative to complete recurring assignments independently and with sound judgment to determine which methods are applicable in any given situation. Finished work is reviewed for accuracy, quality, and completeness. Unfamiliar situations are referred to the supervisor.

Teaches skills and techniques of recreational Athletics to youth populations ages 8 to 18. Serves as a coach and mentor in support of goals and programs. May participate in special events and/or other activities as assigned.

This temporary employment may be scheduled through the year on a full-time basis depending on the needs of the town, but will not exceed six months in length (or 1,040 hours, whichever comes first).

Individuals in the position are required to perform work in a manner consistent with and exemplary of the town’s PRIDE philosophy and the town’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
The Coach works under the direct supervision of the Recreation Coordinator to carry out assigned duties, functions, roles, and projects in both routine and complex circumstances.

SUPERVISION/LEADERSHIP EXERCISED
The Coach exercises general leadership over participants and works with other coaches to do so.

Essential Job Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The Coach is assigned specific assignments, job duties, scope, authority, responsibility, roles, and requirements as determined by the town, department, division, and pursuant to laws, regulations, and practices. Individuals in this position must be able to successfully perform, be responsible for, and/or assist in the fulfillment of many job functions and duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.
The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive:

• Instruct participants in skills, techniques, and code of conduct, utilizing a variety of teaching and instruction methods.
• Creates an enjoyable experience for participants of the program while teaching the fundamentals of sport or activity. Ensures that all participants have an opportunity to participate in the program.
• Exercises and teaches safety awareness and practices.
• Communicates with participants, parents, co-workers, and supervisor to improve the success of the program and address any concerns.
• Provides regular feedback and program evaluation to the designated Recreation Coordinator. Discusses concerns and makes recommendations for program improvements including content, marketing efforts, scheduling, etc.
• Cleans and maintains surrounding program area (to include trash pickup and set-up and take down of equipment) before and after each program.
• May be assigned lead role responsibilities as needed.
• Plans, directs, and supervises all practices and meets.
• Attends meetings; acts as a liaison between league(s) and parents.
• Ensures all necessary equipment is available, set up, and properly functioning.
• Provides constructive feedback to parents and program supervisor.
• Ensures adherence to safety regulations and procedures.
• Utilize When2Work application for access to work schedules and time off requests.
• May drive a town vehicle for a variety of tasks as needed.

• The Seasonal Coach position participates in the Shared Fleet Vehicle Program.
• Performs related duties as established by law/ordinance or reasonably directed by the town.
• Assists other town departments, as necessary.

Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND FORMAL TRAINING

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be age 18 or older
• Minimum two (2) years of coach/instructor experience with general knowledge of fundamentals of rules and sport.
• Prior coaching and/or group-leading experience with youth populations preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Must have a current Colorado Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one upon hire, that meets the Town of Windsor’s standards
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and goals of the Town of Windsor and the department.
• Knowledge of the sport.
• Skill in performing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid activities.
• 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 maintain composure during mentally, physically, and emotionally stressful situations.
• Ability to communicate professionally, clearly, and effectively with people inside and outside the organization using verbal and written methods.
• Ability to perform the necessary functions of the position and to make appropriate decisions consistent with the job expectations and position description.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to strive for excellence without winning being the priority; work tactfully with parents; motivate students in a positive way.
• Knowledge of occupational safety rules and practices.
• Demonstrated skill in the operation of equipment necessary to perform the functions of the job.
• Ability to assess participant skill level and lead program accordingly.
• Must possess a general knowledge of the fundamentals and rules of the sport.

• Equipment: Position requires the use of a variety of equipment: basic equipment, computers, tablets or other digital equipment, digital cameras, copiers, printers, scanners, fax machines, telephones. Rescue tubes, first aid equipment, personal protective equipment, and Automatic External Defibrillators
• Materials: Position requires the use of a variety of potentially hazardous chemicals for cleaning purposes.

Additional Information

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The physical activities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: climbing, balancing, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

The physical requirements of this position are considered 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.

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.

The employee is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions; may be subject to extreme heat: temperatures to above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour. subject to noise.

Note: This position description is not intended to be an exclusive list of all of the requirements, duties, tasks, roles or responsibilities associated with the position. Nothing in this position description restricts the town’s ability to assign, reassign or eliminate duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.

The Town of Windsor will make all reasonable accommodations to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity in employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The town prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), gender (regardless of gender identity or gender expression), sexual orientation, color, religion, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.

The town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The town prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), gender (regardless of gender identity or gender expression), sexual orientation, color, religion, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protected classes. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct that has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. This policy applies to all employees, including managers, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as customers, clients, vendors, consultants, etc.

The town will make reasonable accommodation(s) for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the town or cause a direct threat to health or safety. The town will make reasonable accommodation(s) for employees whose work requirements interfere with a religious belief, unless doing so poses undue hardship on the town. Employees and/or applicants needing such accommodation are instructed to contact the Human Resources Department.