Gymnastics Team Head Coach - Hourly in Leonardtown, Maryland at St Mary's County Government

This position will primarily serve as the head coach for St. Mary’s Gymnastics Academy. RANGES FROM 35-40 HOURS PER WEEK.

1. Supervise and monitor gymnasts for safety
2. Record daily attendance and conduct practices up to 5 evenings per week and some Saturdays
3. Schedule team coaches to ensure adequate coverage
4. Plan and conduct daily training activities for gymnasts
5. Train team coaches to provide consistency in training program
6. Communicate with parents regarding gymnasts’ progress and training
7. Provide evaluation and feedback to gymnasts and parents
8. Develop positive relationships with gymnasts and provide positive motivational support and guidance
9. Follow all emergency and safety procedures. Complete accident and incident reports as necessary
10. Organizes and maintains equipment and materials. Maintains inventory of equipment. Makes recommendations for new equipment and repairs.
11. Maintains gymnasts’ records
12. Register coaches, team and individual gymnasts for meets. Informs meet director of any changes
13. Remain up-to-date on USAG policies and standards
14. Inform coaches, gymnasts, supervisor, and parents of USAG safety standards and policies
15. Maintain communication with booster club regarding meet attendance and registration
16. Provide gymnasts’ status updates to registrar for billing purposes
17. Attend USAG meets as assigned, typically Friday through Sunday, one or two weekends per month from November through May (subject to change)
18. Uphold policies, procedures, standards, and code of conduct set by the department
19. Participate in staff meetings, training, and special events as scheduled
20. Represent the department in a positive and professional manner

1. Must be proficient in computer operations and programs i.e., Word, Excel and familiar with USAG website
2. Must have excellent customer service skills
3. Must remain in good physical health
4. Ability to be flexible in schedule and personal objectives
5. Ability to relate to fellow employees and patrons in a positive way

Minimum Qualifications

Must be 21 years of age and in good health to actively participate in spotting gymnasts and attending meets where standing for long periods of time is required.

Additional Requirements

An acceptable general background investigation to include a Federal, local and state criminal history, and a sex offender registry check. Individuals in this position cannot be listed as having a founded child abuse or neglect complaint and must pass a CPS check. Must be qualified USAG coach, maintain USAG membership and remain current on all USAG required training. Previous experience as a USAG coach and gymnast required. USAG meet director qualification preferred.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of the Head Coach, the employee is required to remain in good physical condition to sufficiently perform the duties of the position. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder height and 50 pounds to waist height is required. Ability to bend, stoop, sit on the floor, walk and reach overhead is required.