If you have enjoy sports and work well with kids the Amherst Recreation Department (formerly known as LSSE) is hiring Fall Sports Program Instructors to Performs administrative work in the coordination, implementation, and supervision of sports programs for area youth. Attends sports as required.  Individuals that are bilingual are encouraged to apply.

Position Description

Position Purpose:
Performs administrative work in the coordination, implementation, and supervision of sports programs for area youth. Attends sports as required.   

Essential Functions: 
(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Supervises, evaluates, implements, and coordinates sports programs for area youth.
• Coordinates with schools and town departments, entities, and directors on use of indoor and outdoor areas and facilities; program implementation, and maintenance procedures.
• Assists with recruiting, training, supervising, and evaluating sports program staff. Plans and supervises work of volunteers and other employees.
• Assists with implementation and development of training programs for staff members.
• Develops and administers evaluation systems to assess facility quality, programs and customer satisfaction, including assessing work effectiveness and uniformity of established procedures and policies.
• Responds to public inquiries about recreational and summer sports camp offerings.
• Collaborates with groups to meet programming and community needs.
• Assists with marketing and public relations for Amherst Recreation.
• Alerts Amherst Recreation Sports Director of problems and policy issues.
• Performs similar or related work as required, directed, or as the situation dictates.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience:
Five or more years’ experience playing, coaching, or advising for sport of choice required. Two or more years of sport of choice instruction required. Demonstrated knowledge of sports management, and recreational philosophy and extensive knowledge of planning and administration are required. CPR Certification is required. Must be flexible to meet program scheduling needs.

To view the full job description and requirements visit https://ma-amherst4.civicplus.com/jobs.aspx

The Town enjoys a long tradition of active, participatory, & professional government, and seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community.