Youth Golf Coach
The Golf Coach is responsible for various aspects of the program, including assisting with the organization of the program, such as recruiting, scheduling, training, conducting classes, clinics, and camps as well as motivating and coaching players in game strategies and techniques. In this role the Coach will be working with athletes with a varying skill levels, first priority is to instill the fundamentals of the game.
Employment Type: Seasonal
Coaches are needed for the following schedules:
Beginning late January
Thursdays, 4pm-6pm
Saturdays 10am-12pm
Sundays, 3pm-5pm
Pay Rate: $35.00/hour
Employment Type: Seasonal
Submit the following items:
- Resume ( 3 pages Max)
- Cover letter
- Application Online
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Includes the following but no limited to:
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- Manages classes, clinics, practices and camps to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect, and good sportsmanship.
- Uses a variety of instructional techniques to meet the needs and improve the abilities of players.
- Assists with the planning of, and implements the program’s instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall development of players.
- Works with other coaches and designated recreation staff toward a common goal.
- Establishes performance criteria to evaluate players athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
- Conferences with parents/guardians as necessary regarding performance of their child.
- Determines program strategy based on the participants capabilities.
- Encourages sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic activity at all times.
- Takes all necessary precautions to protect players and facilities, including protecting students from hazing/bullying.
- Maintains and secures all equipment and supplies.
- Organizes seasonal schedule for upcoming seasons with Lead Coach, and designated recreation sports staff.
- Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
- Represents the LGS Recreation in a professional manner.
- Maintains nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
- Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Coach supervises the assistant coaches and participants.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
A minimum of two years coaching experience (Middle/High School experience preferred).
Experience playing sport preferred.
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Fingerprint and TB clearance are a condition of employment and must be obtained prior to start date. Must have current certificates in CPR, First Aid, NFHS Coaching, Cardiac Arrest, and Concussion. Mandatory Trainings must be completed within 10 days of hire.
Conditions of Employment
Upon offer of a position, LGS Recreation staff must obtain fingerprint and TB clearances. Any mandatory trainings required for the position must be completed within 15 days of employment.
This is a short-term, seasonal assignment.
Computer Skills
Basic computer skills.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must possess the mobility to stand, stoop, kneel, reach, bend, climb, jump, push and pull equipment. Vision and hearing must be sufficient to see and hear adults and children in crowded and noisy conditions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; run; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly work in an outdoor environment with occasional wet and slippery conditions. Exposure to variable weather conditions
The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of this position. The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek assistance as required. Incumbents within this position may be required to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals in order to ensure access to the organization’s services (may include: visitors, employees and other community members).