Track & Field Coach

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Track and Field Coach will run the Jaguars Youth Track and Field program by coaching practices and organizing meets and other running events.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains a safe environment and ensures all members and attendees adhere to YMCA policies and rules.
• Plans and executes the track and field practice with various events (running, throwing and jumping).
• Arrives early enough to give enough time to prepare and be there before the first participant arrives.
• Plans and executes track meets, cross country meets or other running events.
• Engages with positive conversations with youth and adults.
• Communicates with other building staff, director on duty, membership and fitness staff of any important happenings or members to be aware of.
• Engages in positive rapport and open communication with staff, campers, and parents/guardians.
• Is attentive to the feelings and emotions of members and responds or intervenes appropriately.
• Promotes the unique talents and diverse abilities of youth by establishing a welcoming environment.
• Completes any necessary paperwork for Leagues or Programs that may be required.
• Help plan an effective way to engage teens in fitness related programs.
• Attends all mandatory YMCA staff meetings, team meetings and staff trainings.
• Abides by all YMCA policies & procedures.
• Actively promotes camp and the Attleboro Norton YMCA.
• Assists with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Experience working with youth
• Experience working in track and field events.

• A positive, friendly attitude and strong interpersonal skills
• A level of professionalism and maturity that YMCA’s core values & mission
• Ability to stay calm and respond effectively in an emergency
• Quick and effective decision-making skills and strong communication skills
• Must maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information
• CPR/First-Aid Certified or willing to become.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit for long periods of time.
• Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling and walking
• Ability to speak concisely and communicate effectively
• Maintain high-level of physical and mental readiness

YMCA Competencies (Leader)

• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.
• Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.
• Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.
• Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.