Developmental Coach-Basketball
The Player Development Coach is responsible for various aspects of the Developmental Basketball Academy, including assisting with organizing various aspects 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 level, priority is to instill the fundamentals of the game.
Closing Date: Until Filled
# of Positions : Several
Employment Type: Part-Time, Seasonal, Extra-Duty, Non-Classified
Pay Rate: $41.20/Class, $123.60/Half-Day, $247.20/Full-Day
Submit the following items:
- Resume ( 3 pages Max)
- Cover letter
- Application Online
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Includes the following but no limited to:
• Manages and classes, clinics, 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 in developmental basketball.
• Assists with the planning and implementation of the Academy’s instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall development of players.
• Works with other developmental basketball coaches toward a common goal within the basketball Academy.
• Establishes performance criteria to evaluate players athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
• 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, equipment, and facilities, including protecting students from hazing/bullying.
• Maintains and secures all basketball equipment and supplies.
• Oversees process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all athletic equipment.
• Organizes seasonal schedule for upcoming seasons with Head Competitive Basketball Coach.
• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
• Represents the LGS Recreation Developmental Basketball Academy 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 by the Head Basketball Coach or other appropriate administrator.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Player Development Coach does not supervisor staff. Is responsible for supervising 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
High School diploma or equivalent. *One to three years of experience paid coaching youth basketball (Middle School/High School experience preferred).
*Written verification of employment from employer required.
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.
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, temporary, seasonal, extra-duty 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 continually 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).