Youth Basketball Coach - Part-Time

Portland Trail Blazers @ the Rose Quarter; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage

Retirement plan

Flexible schedule

EAP wellness program

Free parking

Transit pass discount

Concert tickets discount

Learning & development

Job summary

The Portland Trail Blazers at the Rose Quarter are seeking a part-time Youth Basketball Coach to lead safe, fun sessions and help youths learn skills and healthy habits.

You will coach at Rip City Hoops camps and clinics, assist with registrations and logistics, and support curriculum delivery while engaging with children of all ages and abilities.

Qualifications

• Have experience working with children in a camp or youth setting.
• Know and love basketball and can demonstrate fundamentals.
• Possess or be able to obtain First Aid, CPR and AED certifications.
• Be a team player who can collaborate in a diverse group.
• Communicate effectively with youth, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Run and instruct youth basketball stations and drills (dribbling, shooting, defense).
• Coordinate event logistics, registration, setup and breakdown for Rip City Hoops events.
• Support implementation of the provided curriculum for all events.
• Attend bi-weekly coaches' meetings in person or remotely.
• Participate in Trail Blazers coach trainings and assist with event setup/takedown.
• Collect feedback from youth/parents and share insights with the lead coach.

Skills

Experience with children

Basketball knowledge

First Aid/CPR/AED cert

Team player

Effective communication

Job description

Description

Position at Portland Trail Blazers

Become a part of the team behind the team.

As employees of the Portland Trail Blazers at the Rose Quarter, we do more than basketball. We are blazing trails toward winning championships on and off the court.

We are pioneers and innovators. We look for people who push boundaries, who dream, who are committed to inclusivity - who want to contribute to Rip City!

As our Youth Basketball Coach - Part-Time , you will provide a fun , safe , and welcoming experience for participants , while they learn individual and team skills, camaraderie and ways to live healthy and active lifestyles. You will provide coaching support at various Rip City Hoops camps, clinics, coach's trainings , and related events.

Our ideal candidate is an energetic and engaging individual who has a solid understanding of the game of basketball. We're looking for someone who works effectively with children of all ages, abilities, and skill levels.

IMPORTANT DATES:

Interviews for this role will begin on October 23rd, and this position is expected to start on November 17, 2026. More information about Rip City Hoops, including upcoming camp and clinic dates, can be found here.

DAY-TO-DAY:

• Run and instruct youth basketball stations and drills such as dribbling, shooting, and defense.
• Help coordinate various aspects of the Rip City Hoops Youth Basketball program, including event logistics, registration, setup, and breakdown.
• Support the implementation of the c urriculum provided for all Rip City Hoops events.
• Participat e in bi-weekly coaches' meetings by attending in person or calling in.
• Attend a minimum of 1 Trail Blazers-sanctioned coach training per fiscal year.
• Assist with set-up and take-down at all worked events.
• Follow event expectations per Manager, Lead Coach & onsite point of contact.
• Collect youth/parent feedback informally after events to share with lead coach and greater team.
• Provide insights to improve and develop Rip City Hoops Curriculum.
• Reflect Trail Blazer brand expectations.
• Encourag e and mentor youth.

WE'D LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU:

• Have experience working with children
• Know and love the game of basketball
• Possess, or have the ability to obtain, First Aid, AED and CPR certifications
• Are a team player and are able to collaborate within a diverse group
• Demonstrate effective communication skills and the ability to interact positively with youth, community members, and all levels of the organization.

WE'D BE THRILLE D IF YOU ALSO HAVE:

• Previous experience working at children's sports camps
• High school, c ollege , or professional basketball playing or coaching experience

Offers of employment are conditional upon the successful results of an individual background check. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories and review results on an individual basis.

The Portland Trail Blazers at the Rose Quarter embraces diversity and inclusion. We celebrate individual expression and uniqueness on our campus . We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination. We are committed to hiring individuals that reflect the community we serve without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, g enetic information, or other legally protected characteristics . We are an equal opportunity employer .

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

PERKS:

We invest in our employees inside and outside of work. The perks we offer for our part-time teammates includes:

• Hourly wage: $21.63 per hour
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Work-schedule
• Wellness Perk - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Parking in Aegean + Discounted Mass Transit Passes (50% off)
• Discounted t ickets for select concerts/ shows
• Ongoing Learning & Development