Coach (Fixed Term)

The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District•Livermore, CA

1d•$31•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor and the Recreation Coordinator II, serves in a coaching capacity; plans, schedules, and implements a variety of instructional programs and skill-focused training based upon participant abilities. Provides learning tools and equipment; creates and delivers instructional materials; ensures the safety of team participants using safe instructional practices; maintains program records and files; and performs related work as required. This classification is responsible for performing team coaching and instruction duties, including planning and delivery, and ensuring a safe environment for participants. Incumbents regularly work on tasks that are varied and complex, requiring considerable discretion and independent judgment to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the assigned area. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to deliver services. Work is reviewed for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED; AND Two years of relevant experience coaching sports teams. OR Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of effective coaching techniques, goals, and objectives.
Principles and practices of leadership, positive reinforcement, and team dynamics.
Relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Aquatics facility layout needs for specific water sports program area.
Principles and practices for providing high level of customer service.
Principles and practices of record-keeping.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications.
Ability to: Serve as a subject matter expert; plan, organize, and implement program goals and objectives.
Prepare and implement effective team practices, techniques, and coaching.
Monitor and enforce relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Administer first aid, CPR, and AED as needed.
Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
Perform work in an efficient, effective, safe, and timely manner.
Independently organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and follow up on assignments.
Speak effectively in public.
Demonstrate strong customer service skills and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships.
Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
California Drivers License with a satisfactory driving record maintained throughout employment.
Completion of accredited First Aid, CPR, and AED training within six months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Depending on assigned sports program area, a current certification in the specialty is desirable.

Responsibilities

Serves as a subject matter expert in a coaching capacity; plans, schedules, and implements a variety of instructional programs with technical guidance and skill-focused training based upon participant abilities.
Provides information, conducts selection process, and provides feedback to participants.
Creates and distributes team rosters and schedules to inform participants on practices, meets, and games.
Provides strong customer service skills; establishes, maintains, and fosters positive and effective relationships.
Implements and monitors District policies and procedures; enforces regulations; cautions patrons regarding unsafe activities.
Coordinates logistics, itineraries and activities for competitive meets and games in other locations, including transportation, lodging, and equipment needs.
Inspects and maintains swimming and pool equipment for functionality; ensures proper placement and availability in the pool area; recommends maintenance and repair as needed.
Receives and responds to questions, concerns, and complaints from patrons; determines issues and resolves or refers to Recreation Coordinator II or the Recreation Supervisor as appropriate.
Serves as District representative with external organizations; attends and/or speaks at meetings, community and professional functions, and conferences as assigned.
Provides safety and supervision for patrons; monitors activities in the water, pool decks, and ancillary areas of District aquatics facilities to prevent accidents and to ensure the safety and well-being of patrons.
Performs administrative tasks, such as, attending and scheduling meetings, preparing reports, monitoring expenditures, and maintaining records.
Assists with District special events as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.