Sports Instructor-Kroc Center-Part-time

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Kroc Center in Wisconsin’s Green Bay area is seeking a dedicated Sports Instructor to plan and lead a wide range of athletic programs. You’ll coach, teach sports, and help organize leagues, tournaments and other recreational activities while ensuring a safe, enjoyable environment for participants and volunteers.

The role is 18 hours per week, with evenings and Saturdays required, and a pay rate of $15.60–$20.66 per hour plus a $1 shift differential for Friday through Sunday evenings.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent preferred.
• At least one year experience in a recreational setting preferred.
• First Aid, CPR and AED certification required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute a broad array of athletic programs and activities.
• Maintain a safe recreation environment for staff, volunteers, members and participants.
• Coach or instruct assigned sports programs and leagues.
• Support program promotion and recruitment to increase attendance.
• Assist in maintaining facilities and equipment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Self-motivation

Time management

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Kroc Center is looking for a dedicated Sports Instructor to help plan and lead a variety of athletic programs and activities. In this role, you'll ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for all participants and volunteers. You'll be responsible for coaching, teaching sports, and assisting in the development and execution of leagues, tournaments, and other recreational programs. Additionally, you'll contribute to the maintenance and organization of the facility, help with program promotion, and support ongoing staff training. This is a great opportunity to make an impact and grow within a supportive team!

This position works up at 18 hours per week (evenings and Saturdays are required) and has a pay rate of $15.60 - $20.66 dependent on skills and experience. A shift differential of $1.00 per hour is paid for all shifts worked from 4:00 pm Friday through Sunday.

MISSION STATEMENT

The Wisconsin & Upper Michigan Division of The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

KROC CENTER MISSION

In keeping with the mission of The Salvation Army, The Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center provides facilities, programs and services that strengthen, encourage, and enrich children, adults, and seniors through positive life-changing experiences.

SUMMARY/PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Sports Instructor is responsible for planning and executing a broad array of athletic programs and activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

• Proactively ensure a safe recreation environment for all Kroc Center staff, volunteers, members and participants.
• Assist in the planning, directing, and guidance of the athletic and recreation programs and activities of the Kroc Center.
• Act as sports instructors and/or coaches for assigned programs.
• Teach / lead various educational programs in the areas of arts, games, computer skills, and others.
• Assist volunteer coaches, referees, leaders, and instructors in the delivery of effective sport, league, and recreation programs including league rules, sport rules, coaching code of conduct, coaching technique, and sport delivery functions as required.
• Execute league and tournament schedules and act as instructor and/or referee when required for all sports or other competitive recreation programs.
• Assist in the development of systems that safeguard all facilities, supplies and equipment related to the programs.
• Utilize the office support system that will allow for timely and accurate record keeping, including the areas of statistical reports related to all athletic programs, accounting of expenditures and other reporting as required.
• Ensure the attractive appearance, operational function, and general upkeep of the recreational facilities including equipment and furnishings.
• In conjunction with the facilities department, establish an on-going preventative maintenance program for the recreational facilities and equipment.
• Assist in the preparation of progress reports, records, invoices, collections, and evaluations.
• Assist in the development of programs and promotional strategies to increase athletic programs attendance and revenue.
• Participate in designated staff training and professional development courses.
• Report any suspicion of child abuse to the appropriate supervisor according to established guidelines and TSA/Kroc Center policy and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

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.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

* Participate in staff meetings as directed by supervisor.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

Uses a variety of office equipment including a computer, telephone, fax machine, copiers, printers and projection machines. Operate motor vehicles in the execution of some essential functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Must be at least 18 years old

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

* High school degree or equivalent preferred.

* At least one year experience in a recreational setting preferred.

- OR -

* Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

First Aid, CPR and AED Certification for Adult, Child, and Infant. Possession of a valid Wisconsin Driver's license with clearance to drive from The Salvation Army's insurance carrier preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a self-motivated and self-directed schedule.
• Ability to address multiple projects in a timely manner while being responsive and detail-oriented.
• Ability to interact with co-workers and the public in a positive, professional manner.
• Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances.
• Exercise good judgment in personal actions.
• Strong computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office products, e-mail, and Internet.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL ABILITIES

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work environment characteristics 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. This job is performed at times in an office environment at normal room temperature. The noise level in this work environment is usually low. For other duties of this job, such as outdoor special events and community center activities, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment at these events is usually moderate to loud.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.