Sports Coordinator (Part-Time)

Description

ABOUT GALT

Incorporated in 1946, Galt is a growing community with approximately 26,000 residents located approximately 20 miles south of Sacramento along Highway 99. The City is led by five elected council members, the Mayor being appointed.

Galt offers affordable housing with a small town atmosphere, perfect for raising young families as well as a great opportunity for new businesses.

The City is known for its annual Independence Day Celebration with fireworksand the Winter Bird Festival. We also offer the Galt Market, an open air market held every Tuesday and Wednesday offering great deals on fresh fruits and vegetables, clothing, home furnishings and much more.

Sports and Recreation are key to Galt's quality of life. Enhanced by its mild seasonal climate and numerous parks, Galt features a variety of activities for youth and adults such as t-ball, baseball, football, soccer, swimming and swim lessons, karate, exercise classes and many more choices to meet the needs of the community.

The City of Galt is located in the heart of the Delta Recreation Area in Northern, California. Thirty minutes away are the Sierra Foothills and the Sacramento Delta. Reno, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the CA coast are all within atwo hourdrive making Galt a recreational haven for boat lovers and outdoorsmen alike.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Galt is accepting applications for Sports Coordinator (Part-Time).

Incumbent(s) will be required to work evenings and weekends. This classification has the responsibility for implementing and evaluating the operations and scheduling of sports leagues; general supervision of staff; as well as implementing tournaments and new leagues.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from the Recreation Supervisor and Recreation Coordinator. Provides general and direct supervision to part-time/temporary recreation staff and sports officials.

Example of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Organizing and scheduling sports leagues/tournaments, (i.e., adult/youth basketball, softball, baseball, and volleyball.)

• Prepare athletic fields and equipment.

• Implementation of policies and rules.

• Provides general direction and supervision tostaff.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Modern principles, practices, and methods used in league and tournament operations.

Ability to:

• Develop, plan and evaluate league and tournament sport programs.

• Supervise, train and evaluate recreational personnel and volunteers.

• Communicate clearly with the public and department employees.

• Understand and carry out verbal and written orders and instructions.

• Arrive at assigned place of work on time in a dependable manner; work varied hours, including weekends and holidays.

• Work in an office environment, utilizing and operating assigned office equipment.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

• Meet physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform assigned duties.

Typical Qualifications

Experience and TrainingRequirements:

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Must be at least twenty-one (21) years old at time of appointment. Three (3) or more years in recreation work or directing group activities is highly desirable. One (1) or more years equivalent to Recreation Worker with the City of Galt is highly desirable.

Training: Completion of an accredited First Aid and CPR training program within thirty (30) days of appointment.

License: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class C Driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

PhysicalRequirements

Meet physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform assigned duties, including activities involving stooping, bending, and squatting; ascend and descend ladders and railings; lifting and carrying objects up to fifty (50) pounds.