Recreation District #1 / Pelican Park is looking for a Volunteer Head Coach to guide young athletes in a fun, inclusive, and safe environment. In this role, you will build strong relationships with players, parents, and fellow volunteers while helping athletes develop fundamental skills, gain confidence, and learn teamwork.
What You'll Do
- Teach fundamental skills and rules of the sport.
- Use age-appropriate coaching techniques.
- Ensure equal playtime and opportunities for all participants.
- Lead practices and games with enthusiasm and fairness.
- Arrive 15 minutes before practices and games.
- Ensure the playing area is safe and free of hazards.
- Never leave a child unattended after practices or games.
- Provide first aid when necessary and follow safety protocols.
- Communicate schedules, cancellations, and updates to parents and players.
- Attend coaches’ meetings and training sessions.
- Coordinate with assistant coaches and team parents.
- Organize team equipment and uniforms.
- Demonstrate and promote good sportsmanship and fair play.
- Treat all players, officials, parents, and staff with respect at all times.
- Refrain from using profanity, tobacco, drugs, or alcohol during any team activity.
- Lead by example, especially when coaching your own child.
- Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities.
- Respect all officiating decisions.
- Distribute up-to-date practice and game schedules to parents in a timely manner.
- Arrive at least 30 minutes before each practice or game and maintain an accurate attendance log.
- Provide equal opportunities for every player to participate and develop skills, regardless of ability level.
- Adhere to all behavioral and ethical guidelines established by the recreation department.
- Notify facility staff or park representative of any incidents or concerns immediately.
- Represent the team and the recreation program with professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm.
What We're Looking For
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1 year coaching experience.
- Knowledge of offensive and defensive positions.
- Basic knowledge of rules and regulations for the sport they coach.
- Must be detail-oriented and highly organized.
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Must pass a criminal background check.
- Must complete required Coach’s training.
- Must agree to and follow the Park’s Code of Conduct.
Team & Environment
Volunteers report to the division supervisor or designated coordinator overseeing the area where they are placed.
Work Mode
This is an onsite role.
Recreation District #1 / Pelican Park is an equal opportunity employer.
