Job Description

Howard County
Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.

Howard County Government

Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, sustainability, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2023, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 51 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) \xe2\x80\x93 the most in the state of Maryland. NACo is the leading organization representing county-level government operations. These awards recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policymaking.

What are we looking for?
We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute in our continued work towards excellence in government.

What you\'ll like most about working at Howard County Government:

• We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government.
• We take great pride in offering our workforce the best benefits and compensation packages in County Government, and we think you will too. This includes great medical, retirement, and wellness programs.
• Everyone at Howard County Government contributes to the development of programs, regardless of role. Your input will not only be heard; it will be encouraged.
• As a member of the Howard County Government team, you\'ll be helping to drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.

POSITION SUMMARY/CLASS DESCRIPTION

BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Coach and instruct the field hockey clinics in the Fall, Winter and Spring seasons that are offered to youth participants of all ages.

DUTIES:

• Assist in the organization and supervision of the field hockey clinics.
• Provide written reports and attend scheduled meetings as required.
• Set up and take down program equipment.
• Assist in coordinating daily lesson plans to show progression of skill.
• Maintain positive communication with parents, school staff, the public and Sports Coordinator
• Responsible for the safety and general welfare of the program and participants.
• Must satisfy requirements of the Recreation and Parks Coaches Registry upon employment and prior to being scheduled by supervisor. Coaches Registry requirements include completion of the American Sport Education Program and recommended Concussions in Youth Sport exams.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: (Must be at least 16 years old)

• Sound philosophy of coaching and teaching with emphasis on fun and development of skills.
• Personal skills in sport activities specific to position.
• Ability to demonstrate sports skills, give positive and effective feedback to participants and parents.
• Ability to teach sports skills to youth participants in age appropriate settings.
• Ability to teach sports skills with introductions, demonstrations, verbal instructions and to give positive and effective feedback to participants and parents.
• Knowledge of age and ability adaptations for activities to ensure equal participation and success.
• Ability to communicate and gain control over a large group of children.

EXPERIENCE:
Leader I: Participation in field hockey, some background working with children\'s programs. Meets Coaches Registry requirements.
Leader II: Knowledge of sports skills specific to position, background in coaching sports skills and/or leading children\'s activities, CPR and First Aid certified.
Leader III: Relevant specialized experience and/or holds a certification in their respective sports.

EDUCATION: Course work specific to Recreation and/or Physical Education.

RATE OF PAY: Contingent - Salary commensurate with experience and certification
Leader I: Minimum Wage to $16/hr. (Paraprofessional)
Leader II: $16-$18.00 / hour (Paraprofessional)
Leader III: $18-$26 / hour (Professional)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

TO APPLY: You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.

Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks.

At time of application, please submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications that you have referenced on your application. Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( ) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ( ).

Howard County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Howard County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at . Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.

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