Youth Track & Field Aide

Wage: $10-12/hour

Part-time, non-exempt, non-benefitted

Reports to: Program Coordinator

Contact info: Gabby Usevitch (gusevitch@pgcityutah.gov)

The Youth Track & Field Aide serves under the direction and general supervision of the Track & Field Coach/Supervisor, Program Coordinators, and the Recreation Director. Youth Track Aides must have general knowledge of track and field events and be able to work with children 7 to 14 years old. The Track & Field program begins in mid-April and runs through mid-June. Practices are held on Mondays and or Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Meets will be held with other cities in Utah County throughout the season on Saturdays. Weekly hours will vary between 2 to 5 hours per week. 

• Working under direct supervision of the Track Coach/Supervisor.
• Communicating effectively with participants, parents and other staff.
• Assisting with a group of program participants.
• Teaching general track & field knowledge.
• Attending staff meetings and trainings.
• Attending all assigned practices, track meets and events scheduled.
• Assist with setup/takedown and clean-up of facilities after each clinic day.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants must be at least 14 years of age.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Skills in communicating effectively with participants, parents and other staff.
• Ability to be enthusiastic, patient, and motivated to work with children 7-14 years old.
• Ability to teach basic track & field knowledge and rules.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Youth Track Aides must have general knowledge of Track & Field skills and rules.
• Prior Track Aide experience preferred but not required.

CONDITIONS

• Moderate physical activity. Ability to lift 15 to 50 pounds
• Position requires outdoor work with some exposure to adverse weather conditions, walking, standing, lifting and other physical activity.
• Work Saturdays

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