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🏀⚽🏈SPORTS + RECREATION DEPARTMENT🎭🌞🚵🏻♀️
Job Posting: Youth Track and Field Coordinator
Organization: Hood River Valley Parks and Recreation District
Location: Hood River, OR
Position Type: Part-Time, Seasonal
Salary: $18.56 - $21.84 per hour (DOE)
About Us:
Hood River Valley Parks and Recreation District (HRVPRD) is committed to enhancing the quality of life for the community through engaging recreational programs, services, and facilities. We are looking for a passionate, dedicated individual to join our team as the Youth Track and Field Coordinator, responsible for overseeing and coordinating our youth track and field program.
Position Overview:
The Youth Track and Field Coordinator will be responsible for planning, organizing, and managing all aspects of the youth track and field program. This includes developing practice schedules, organizing events, recruiting and managing volunteers and coaches, ensuring a positive experience for participants, and fostering a safe and inclusive environment for youth athletes.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate and manage all elements of the youth track and field program, including practice schedules, events, and meets.
Recruit, train, and supervise volunteer coaches and assistants to ensure program success.
Develop and implement a safe, inclusive, and fun program that promotes the physical and emotional well-being of all participants.
Communicate effectively with participants, parents, coaches, and other HRVPRD staff regarding program information and updates.
Ensure compliance with all safety protocols, including first aid and emergency procedures.
Track participant registration and attendance, and provide customer service as needed.
Collaborate with the Parks and Recreation team to ensure program goals are met and resources are properly allocated.
Qualifications:
Previous experience in youth sports programming, coaching, or event coordination preferred.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work well with children, parents, and staff.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
A passion for sports, especially track and field, and promoting youth fitness.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
Ability to lead and participate in physical activities with youth athletes.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a completed application, resume, and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and interest in the position. Please email your materials to the Recreation Supervisor
Download Youth Track + Field Coordinator Job Description
First Application Review: Feb 17th (** Practices start week of May 5th, 2025 **)
💦🏊🏻♂️aQUATICS DEPARTMENT🏊🏻💦
Lifeguard:
Become a lifeguard and gain valuable leadership skills.
Part time position up to 30 hours per week.
Competitive pay and development of great leadership skills.
Must be at least 15 years of age.
American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Required. Visit the lifeguard training page for more information on the upcoming training course.
Monitors and ensures safety of all patrons in the facility.
Demonstrates good decision making and communication skills
Assists with facility chores including cleaning aquatics equipment, decks and checking pool chemistry
Contact the Aquatics Supervisor, if you are interested in applying for the position and fill out a Fillable Application.