Youth Athletics Coach, CARA Track & Field -Part Time

City of Loveland; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Loveland is seeking a part-time Youth Athletics Coach for its CARA Track & Field Team. The coach will provide quality instruction, supervise practice sessions, and complete necessary administrative tasks. Candidates should have strong communication skills and knowledge of track regulations. Enjoy working in a vibrant community known for its outdoor activities and supportive environment.

Benefits

Retirement - 457 employee funded plan

Medical Leave - Up to 48 hours accrued

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of rules and regulations of track required.
• Excellent communication skills are required.
• Experience in coaching Track & Field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct participants and develop lesson/training plans.
• Supervise practice sessions and complete administrative tasks.
• Attend CARA meetings and facilitate safe practices.

Skills

Communication

Judgment

Patience

Conflict Resolution

Education

Course work in recreation, education or related field

Job description

Youth Athletics Coach, CARA Track & Field -Part Time

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Provide quality coaching for youth CARA Track & Field Team. Hours are less than 20 per week and require mornings and weekends. Scheduled days/hours may vary.

The hiring range for Head Coach is $15.00 - $18.00, depending on qualifications and experience.

The hiring range for Assistant Coach is $14.42 - $16.00, depending on qualifications and experience.

Position will remain open until filled.

Essential Job Functions

• Instruct participants, develop and implement lesson/training plans
• Inspects environment and equipment to ensure safety
• Complete administrative tasks including skill assessments, attendance, class evaluations, and more
• Supervise practice sessions and helps with administrative duties
• Ensures that the only people in the environment during team practices are registered team members
• Recruits necessary volunteers to assist with activities and meets
• Attends CARA meetings as scheduled
• Attends meets held at facilities other than those of the City of Loveland.
  
  

Head Track Coach

All duties listed above plus the additional items below:

• Head Coach plans and executes practices
• Supervise practice sessions
• Main point of contact for communication
  
  

Other Job Functions

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Must possess superior knowledge of proper Track and Field training techniques. Must possess the ability to interact diplomatically with youth, parents and other staff members. Ability to demonstrate the skills of good judgment and patience, and the ability to schedule workouts and meets. Must have the ability to react quickly and correctly in emergency situations. Must possess the ability to make sound judgments, exercise conflict resolution, and exhibit patience when dealing with stressful and/or disciplinary situations. Responsible for ensuring the safety of all participants by safe and proper usage of equipment and facilities. Must report to work area wearing appropriate clothing and attend regularly scheduled staff meetings as required.

Specialty Job Functions

Head Track Coach - Assist with the supervision of other Coaches and volunteer coaches. Responsible for direct supervision of assistant coaches and staff, including disciplinary actions, and any other personnel management duties as required to maintain a successful staff.

Job Qualifications

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Excellent communication skills are required. Ability to work with a diverse group of people effectively and diplomatically. Strong customer service skills and communication skills are required. Ability to handle difficult situations involving participants with patience, good judgment, and diplomacy.

Core Competencies

Accountability, Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness

Education And/experience

Strong knowledge of rules and regulations of track required. Course work in recreation, education or related field preferred. Experience in coaching Track & Field preferred.

An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may substitute for education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Material And Equipment Directly Used

Equipment associated with the various sports

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

Must be able to physically lead and demonstrate the skill/activity. May require pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, positioning and moving heavy equipment. Must possess the strength and stamina to perform strenuous physical activity.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!

In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.

Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.

A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!

Non Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes

• Retirement - 457 employee funded plan
• Medical Leave - Up to 48 hours accrued. Accrue 1 hour of leave per 30 hours worked
  
  

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information.

A criminal history background check, including a criminal sex offender search, is required pre-employment.

Qualifications

Experience

Required

Strong knowledge of rules and regulations of track required.

Preferred

Experience in coaching Track & Field.

Course work in recreation, education or related field .

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Government Administration

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at City of Loveland by 2x

Get notified about new Track and Field Coach jobs in Loveland, CO.

Coach - Assistant Football - Kinard Middle School

Assistant Track Coach - Pole Vault - at Mead High School

Assistant Track Coach - Hurdles - at Longmont High School

Assistant Football Coach at Longmont High School

Youth Athletics Coach I and II CARA Swim - Seasonal

Assistant Boys Basketball Coach at Longmont High School

Assistant Boys Basketball Coach (Up to 3 positions), Northridge High School (2025-2026)

Assistant Girls JV Basketball Coach at Silver Creek High School

Assistant Girls Basketball Coach at Skyline High School

Assistant Girls Basketball Coach at Niwot High School

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.