Assistant Track & Field Instructor

City Of Edinburg; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Track & Field Instructor to engage with children and teach them the fundamentals of track and field events. This role involves organizing practices, assisting in fundraisers, and ensuring safety regulations are followed. The ideal candidate will have a passion for sports and the ability to inspire young athletes. With a focus on community engagement and teamwork, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children through athletics. If you have a background in track and field and enjoy working outdoors, this could be the perfect fit for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in track and field is required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in fundraisers for track meets and events.
• Teach children the fundamentals of track and field.
• Organize track meets with local schools and organizations.

Skills

Customer service skills

Intermediate computer skills

Ability to operate job-related equipment

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Recreation Equipment

Copier/Fax Machine/Printer/Scanner

Ladder/Step Stool

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Track & Field Instructor

Department

Parks and Recreation

Reports To

Recreation Supervisor

FLSA Classification

Non-Exempt

Effective Date

03/05/2021

Job Summary

Performs and instructs children about the correct way to run and participate in Track & Field events. Work involves daily contact with the public. Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions

Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position.

• Individual is responsible for assisting in fund raisers, as deemed necessary, for the purpose of attending State and National track meets and events.
• Execute schedules for practices for all participants.
• Teach fundamentals such as stretching, running, jumping, etc., to children of all ages.
• Assisting in the organizing of track meets and out of town events with school districts, local Parks and Recreation Department, coaches, and organizations within the community.
• Enforces and follows facility and safety regulations.
• Communicates patron concerns and safety issues to management.
• Attends required meetings and trainings.
• Performs related work and reports as assigned.
  
  

Conditions Of Employment

• Applicant will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration.
• Applicant must take and pass a pre-employment drug test administered by the City of Edinburg at the City's expense.
• Must have a current valid class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety with a satisfactory driving record.
• Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred.
  
  

Required Education

Pursuing high school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalency.

Education Preference

Not Applicable

Educational Substitute

Not Applicable

Required Work Experience

Experience in the area of track and field.

Experience Preference

Not Applicable

Supervisory Experience Requirement

Not Applicable

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Work requires regular interaction involving exchange and receipt of information.
• Normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation.
• Work requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Ability to operate job-related equipment.
• Customer service skills.
  
  

Equipment Materials

General office and safety equipment/materials to include but not limited to the following:

• Recreation Equipment
• Copier/Fax Machine/ Printer/Scanner
• Ladder/Step Stool
  
  

Work Conditions

The individual works outdoors. The job has no significant hazards and the physical demands are low.

Physical Demands

The job has no significant hazards and requires little physical demands including bending and twisting. Duties involve working with lightweight materials, and/or using force equal to lifting up to 25 pounds. Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; use math and mathematical reasoning; perform detailed work, multiple tasks; work with constant interruptions; and interact with staff and the public.

Applicants will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration.

Applicants must also take and pass a pre-employment drug test administered by the City of Edinburg at the City's expense.

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