About

• Description
• SUMMARY
• The City of Edgewater is hiring a part-time Middle School Basketball Coach to lead practices and games for the 6th - 8th grade coed team at Jefferson Jr/Sr High School, which includes students from Jefferson Jr/Sr High, Lumberg, and Edgewater Elementary. The team competes in the JeffCo Middle School league against other Jefferson County schools.
• Practices take place at Jefferson Jr/Sr High School, with games held either there or at other county schools. The coach must work well independently, engage effectively with students ages 10 - 13, and provide excellent customer service to parents.
• This position requires 4 - 8 hours per week, depending on the schedule and number of teams. Practices and games are held after school (3:45 - 5:15 pm) two days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and/or Thursday). A flexible schedule is preferred. Travel to away games is required. No weekend competitions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to the following

• · Supervise all practices and games involving Jefferson Jr/Sr High, Lumberg, and Edgewater student athletes participating through Edgewater Parks and Recreation.
• · Create age and skill appropriate practice plans.
• · Set up all necessary equipment for practices at the Jefferson High School gymnasium.
• · Attend and lead the team(s) at all scheduled games, including offsite locations.
• · Communicate clearly and promptly with the Programs Coordinator and Program Specialist.
• · Maintain a safe environment for all participants.
• · Become familiar with the Jeffco Middle School League rule book.
• · Teach and explain rules and regulations to participants and parents.
• · Maintain a positive attitude, show initiative, and work collaboratively with all staff to support a cohesive team environment.
• · Respond to accidents or incidents according to established procedures; effectively handle emergency situations involving fire alarms, CPR, and First Aid.
• · Uphold City and Department policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• · Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• · Participate in all required trainings and staff meetings.
• · Perform other duties as assigned by the Programs Coordinator.
• Requirements
• 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, skills, and/or abilities required.
• 1) Must have legal authorization to work in the United States of America.
• 2) Possess a valid driver’s license with the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, provide proof of a safe driving record, and maintain a safe driving record.
• 3) Submit and pass a pre-employment background check with Edgewater Elementary and Jefferson County Public Schools.
• 4) Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.
• The City of Edgewater maintains a drug-free work environment. No employee shall report for duty impaired by or under the influence of alcohol or drugs to the slightest degree. Any employee who reports to work impaired by, under the influence of, or in possession of drugs or alcohol shall be relieved of their duties immediately and without pay. Employees are expected to use prescription or legal over-the-counter drugs in the proper manner and dosage and are expected to know whether even the proper use of such drugs may impair their ability to perform their job safely and competently.
• EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
• · Previous experience coaching and/or refereeing youth sports, specifically basketball, preferred.
• · Has played basketball in an organized setting, preferred.
• · Basic verbal and written English language skills and grammar to reasonably communicate information with the public and/or complete relevant written documentation required by job activities.
• · Spanish language skills, preferred.
• · Excellent communication, customer service and problem-solving skills.
• · The ability to perform multiple functions at once and the ability to handle the public in a friendly and professional manner.
• CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
• · Must possess or be able to obtain First Aid, CPR and AED Certification.
• OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES
• · Comprehensive understanding of basketball gameplay, strategies, and rules.
• · Patience and demeanor required to work with young student-athletes (ages 10 -13)
• · Use of whistle.
• · Ability to stand, walk, and jog for 45 – 60 minute increments.
• · Outstanding customer service and interpersonal communication skills, to maintain effective working relationships with citizens, elected officials, appointing authorities, department heads, appointed boards, employees, and volunteers.
• · Ability to work independently.