at Village of Orland Park in Orland Park, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Opportunity at a Glance
Join the employee team at a state-of-the-art health & fitness facility! The Sportsplex features a fitness center, basketball courts, soccer fields, strength equipment, machines, free-weights, and over 30 group exercise classes per week to choose from. Members love the Sportsplex because it’s clean, spacious, and equipment is unbelievable, and you can make a difference in their health & fitness experience!Key Responsibilities
The Village of Orland Park’s Sportsplex facility is seeking energetic, responsible, and enthusiastic Youth Sports Coach who enjoys a variety of sports to run a variety of programming for preschool aged children. This position is responsible for coordinating and implementing recreation department preschool and youth sports programs. Instructor will create a lesson plan for assigned athletic/recreation program(s) along with, and under the direction of the Supervisor. Instructor will teach children the fundamentals of athletic program. The instructor will create a fun, positive and memorable athletic experience while developing sports specific knowledge and teamwork.Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
This position is ideal for a sports-minded individual currently pursuing a degree in recreation or sports management or sports focused individual who enjoys working with children. A friendly, efficient, and service-minded attitude, exceptional interpersonal skills, and enthusiasm are key for this role. Previous children sports experience, and customer service experience are helpful. Prior experience working recreational and/or sports programs is required. Knowledge of sports fundamentals required. Prior high school level or above direct sports participation is highly preferred. Must be energetic, enthusiastic and enjoy working with children. This role will be scheduled up to 19 hours per week. Availability needed for Monday thru Friday from 10:00am to 4:00pm and Saturday 9:00am to 12:00pm. Additional availability for weekday afternoons, evenings, and weekends in also needed. Hours vary based on programs offered during season and based on enrollment. Refer to the current Program Guide’s Athletic Section available at www.orlandpark.org for a complete listing of current programming, days/times. Physical Requirements:+ The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to continuously walk and stand. The employee is required to occasionally bend, sit, twist, and squat. Employees are also required to occasionally to lift and carry up to forty (40) pounds and push or pull up to sixty (60) pounds.
Compensation & Benefits
Recruiting for this position will close on Friday, July 26, 2024.Job ID2024-2502
Employment TypePart-Time (up to 19 hours)
Job LocationUS-IL-Orland Park
IMRF EligibileNot IMRF Eligible
CategoryRecreation Programs and Services
Salary$17.03 – $22.96
To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account