Athletics Coordinator

POSITION: Athletics Coordinator

REPORTS TO: Athletics Manager

SALARY: $21.00 - $21.63/hour

HOURS: Part Time .5 fte - 20-25 hours per week, weekday afternoons & Saturdays

LOCATION: ASC - 3875 S 66th Street, Tacoma - with regular travel to multiple Sites within Tacoma Public Schools

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

The Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound (BGCSPS) is a non-profit organization that CHANGES LIVES through quality programs and guidance in a safe, affordable, and fun environment. BGCSPS’s mission is to inspire all young people, especially those who need us most, empowering them to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible members of their community. We have been providing a safe, fun, and positive environment at our sites with trained and dedicated professional staff for more than 80 years. Members are involved in age-appropriate activities based upon our three priority outcomes of Academic Success, Character Development, and Healthy Lifestyles.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Athletics Coordinator is accountable for providing all youth in the community an opportunity to participate in, excel at, and enhance a positive fitness lifestyle through fun and positive interaction in a non-discriminatory, safe environment while learning basic athletic skills and sportsmanship. Reporting to the Athletics Manager, the Athletics Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of all league sporting activities for the BGCSPS, providing leadership to members, and supervision to volunteers.

The Athletics Coordinator will assist in the oversight of Beyond the Bell sports practices at Tacoma elementary schools between 3pm – 6pm during the week (M-F) and attend Saturday games. The Athletic Coordinator will assist in oversight of Club practices anywhere between 5-7pm during the week (M-F). The Athletics Coordinator will assist in oversight and mentorship of assigned Beyond the Bell coaches, community & Club volunteer coaches, and assist with administrative duties. This position will be responsible for monitoring communication to families of teams regarding game schedules, team announcements, etc.

The Athletics Coordinator will also assist with organizational clinics, summer intramurals, and outdoor leadership activities. This includes exploring possible partnerships, recruiting volunteers, and creating and leading activities.

FUNCTION/TASKS

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
• Observe applicable safety requirements, use safety equipment provided, implement appropriate safety practices at all times and report immediately any unsafe working conditions or hazards.
• Must be able to demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and decisiveness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Maintain oversight of and provide direction to intern coaches at Beyond the Bell sports practices, and community club coaches at BGCSPS.
• Support intern coaches with organizing practices and understanding practice plans as needed.
• Communicate with families of teams about practices, game schedules, snack schedules, and any other information needed for each season.
• Transport and set up equipment for practices at Tacoma elementary sites.
• Assist Club volunteer coaches with practices for teams , when needed.
• Serve as substitute coach for Club practices anywhere between 5-7pm during the week.
• Coordinate and distribute team photographs as needed.
• Serve as a substitute coach or referee at games, in the event of an absence for all teams.
• Regularly communicate with the BTB Site Leads and Athletics Manager.
• Assist Athletics Manager with implementation, supervision, and evaluation of the Outdoor Leadership Program and all related activities.
• Assisting with transportation of Club members for Outdoor Leadership Program in organizational 12 person passenger vans.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 21 years of age; High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to comply with drug-free workplace policy.
• Must be able to work 2pm-7pm time after school Monday through Friday, and Saturday Games (anytime between 8am-6pm).
• Must be able to attend Preseason Coaches Meeting.
• Strong coaching experience/playing or officiating experience desirable.
• Basic knowledge of the assigned sport rules.
• Skills and knowledge of the assigned sport's playing skills.
• Must have a positive attitude to encourage good sportsmanship.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents, coaches and players.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Must pass a national criminal background check.
• Driving
• Must have a reliable personal vehicle for business related travel.
• Valid WA State driver’s license with acceptable 3 year MVR - driving record.
• Verification of Tier 2 Insurance standards.
• Willingness to travel within a designated region for community partnership visits and business meetings.
• Ability to successfully complete van driving; drug screen testing, training & requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

To keep our staff safe we adhere to the CDC safety guidelines and remain in close communication with local health departments, program partners, and local School Districts to work together to serve our youth in the safest way we can.

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.

High energy level; comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to get along with diverse personalities at all times displaying tact, maturity and flexibility; good reasoning abilities and sound judgment. Skills essential for successful communications include speaking and writing. Physical requirements include sight, hearing, being active and on your feet for a minimum of four hours; adapt to changes in a highly energetic work environment; other duties as assigned.

Environment of the position: both indoors and outdoors; possibility of adverse weather conditions; noise, dust, pollen and insects; including contact with the public. Possible contact with dissatisfied and/or abusive individuals.

NOTE: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not intended to contain, or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

BENEFITS

• Paid Sick Leave - In accordance with Washington Paid Sick Leave, you will accrue one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked. You are eligible to use Paid Sick Leave after 30 days of continuous employment.
• 401(K) - Automatic Enrollment of 1%, with up to a 4% match, after one year of employment.
• Paid Vacation - Accrues per pay period, totaling one week (20 hours) annually.
• Personal All In Day - One (1) personal All In day (4 hours) annually after 3 months of employment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

BGCSPS is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. We strive to hire the best available persons for every job. BGCSPS policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identification, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.00 - $21.63 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

• Tacoma, WA 98409 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $22