DEPARTMENT:    Recreation

REPORTS TO:     Athletic Program Supervisor

SUPERVISES:      Helps coordinate facilities and volunteers specific to the soccer program.

STATUS:              Non-Exempt

SCHEDULE:         Part Time – Up to 29 hours per week

FUNCTION: The person in this position will fill all soccer program needs and will assist with other programs as directed by their management.  The Soccer Specialist will work a varied schedule based on the activities throughout the year.  The nature of the task and responsibilities will change to some degree based upon the program they are assisting in; but their character and attitude must always promote the Christian faith and be in keeping with the Mission of The Salvation Army.

Summary:

• Supports the implementation and oversight of soccer programs taking place in conjunction with the Recreation Center. This could include monitoring the facilities, special events, classes, field trips and various programs (SK2, Summer Camps, Corps programs), leagues, and tournaments.

General

• Display good character and be passionate about impacting others’ lives through the realm of Sports and Recreation
• Display a good understanding of soccer.
• Use excellent communication skills to work positively with different populations and build rapport with clients
• Ensure that a safe and healthy environment exists for participants
• Give the Athletic Program Supervisor advanced notice if unable to work any scheduled shift
• Will work evenings and weekend hours as needed for open gym and soccer programs.

Responsibilities

• General Responsibilities for all Soccer Activities: Under the direction and with the approval of the Athletic Program Supervisor:
  • Contact Athletic Directors and Coaches of Girls and Boys soccer teams to encourage participation in our programs.
  • Develop and maintain an ongoing relationship with area soccer coaches
  • Coordinate all referees needed for each league
  • Get t-shirt designs and ordered for league play
  • Submit all required dates for gym use to the Fitness/Rec management team at least one month in advance of event.
  • For all events, submit food and beverage needs to the Fitness/Rec management team at least one month in advance.
  • Submit a Team Calendar listing all events with cost and marketing needs to Fitness/Rec management team one month in advance.

• Soccer Fundamental League/Clinics / Camps: Under the direction and with the approval of the Athletic Program Supervisor:
  • Schedule time with Recreation and Fitness Management team to go over lesson plans, and age groups, etc.
  • Have approved lesson plans written out and ready to be passed out to additional staff
  • Provide all necessary information for registration forms and to promote the event to the Marketing Department at least four weeks in advance

• Leagues & Select Soccer Teams / Leagues: Under the direction and with the approval of the Athletic Program Supervisor:
  • Coordinate with Recreation and Fitness Management team ages of teams, uniform, prices, staffing needs, etc
  • Will be in charge of:
    • finding coaches for each team
    • running parents meeting
    • Having teams post their lesson plans for practices
    • Securing all registration monies prior to the start of league play
    • Coordinating games with other teams, home and away
  • Provide all necessary information for registration forms and to promote the event to the Marketing Department at least four weeks in advance

• Open Gyms – Soccer: Under the direction and with the approval of the Athletic Program Supervisor:
  • Will be in charge of all soccer open gym times
    • Keeping accurate track of stats
    • Collecting guest pass and entering into kiosk
    • Keeping order in the gym and taking care of any disturbances
    • Requesting additional staff as appropriate
  • Develop and launch Futsal and Futsal Jr programs
    • Advertising - Provide all necessary information for registration forms and to promote the event to the Marketing Department at least four weeks in advance
    • Ensure all open slots have been filled
    • Collecting all fees
    • Contacting and scheduling referees for games
    • Creating Schedules
    • Coordinating staff for stats, clock, water, etc
    • Ordering uniforms/Shirts (If needed)
    • Provide event information to manager for entry into Kiosk system

• Adult Leagues: Under the direction and with the approval of the Athletic Program Supervisor:
  • Collecting fees from members
  • Contacting and scheduling referees for games
  • Creating Schedules
  • Coordinating staff for stats, clock, water, etc
  • Ordering uniforms/Shirts (If needed)
  • Provide event information to manager for entry into Kiosk system
  • Provide all necessary information for registration forms and to promote the event to the Marketing Department at least four weeks in advance

• Kroc Park: Will assist with all aspects of opening and closing activities of the park.

• All other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate by the Fitness and Recreation Management Team.

1. A person of good character
2. Able to follow directions
3. Willing to work a variety of schedules as needed for programming
4. Must be able to read, write, and communicate clearly in English
5. Must be able to work well with others
6. If this person will be needed to drive as part of their responsibilities, then they will need to have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass a Salvation Army 12 passenger driving test.

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Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.
Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ
and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.