PT Athletics Program Coordinator

Responsible for program development, implementation and supervision of youth and adult athletic programs/events.  Work is performed under the general supervision of the Athletics and Aquatics Manager.

• Plans, coordinates and implements athletic programs/events for youth and adults; assists with special events and provide staff assistance for the Athletics/Aquatics Division.
• Conducts manager meetings for assigned adult leagues, schedules staff, practices, games and tournaments.
• Conducts and schedules skill assessments, league drafts, player placement, coaches’ meetings as applicable.
• Responsible for volunteer compliance with background screening program and coach training (NAYS) program.
• Makes purchasing recommendations as appropriate.
• Supervises practices and games periodically throughout the seasons.
• Assists in the development of marketing and promotional items for programs.
• Assists in the development of long-range plans for athletics programming.
• Prepares reports and records related to athletic programs.
• Directs or assists with special events/programs.
• Prepares and maintains files as necessary.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Knowledge of principles, practices, and methods of programming for youth and adult athletic programs.
• Knowledge of leagues rules and awareness of trends in adult and youth athletic programs.
• Ability to effectively plan, schedule, execute and evaluate athletics programs/events for youth and adults.
• Ability to express ideas effectively and communicate effectively in written and oral presentations.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, parents, athletes, volunteers, employees, school personnel, citizens, and Town departments/staff.
• Ability to interpret and explain polices, rules, and procedures to participants, parents, and officials.
• Possess proficiency in basic office software packages (MS Office).

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of reaching, talking, and hearing.
• Must be able to perform sedentary work exerting up to at least 50 pounds of force occasionally; and/or up a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry push, pull, or otherwise move objects at least 50 pounds.   Most work requiring lifting is related to work at the pool.
• Must possess the visual acuity to prepare and analyze data, operate a computer terminal, do extensive reading of written material and a computer terminal.

Education/Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in recreation administration, physical education, or related field, with experience in recreational and/or athletics programming.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license

• CPR/First Aid/AED Certification

Once an offer of employment has been extended, candidates will undergo a thorough background investigation, including NC State Bureau of Investigation fingerprinting.