Overview

Position Title:Youth Flag Football Coach

Company:City Of Appleton Wi

Location:Appleton, WI

Job Description:

As the head of the Appleton Health Department, the Health Officer oversees a comprehensive program of public health and consumer protection for the community. Programs include, but are not limited to, nursing, immunology, epidemiology, environmental protection, emergency management, and weights & measures. The Health Officer also supports City policy development through Appleton’s innovative Health-in-All-Policies Ordinance and leverages the role to deepen understanding of, and shape approaches to addressing, the social determinants and root causes of public health issues. The work is performed under the general direction of the Mayor and as required by state statutes.

Responsibilities:

• Create a positive and safe learning environment where the children learn sportsmanship, fundamental football skills, team work, and responsibility
• Display sportsmanship, positive attitude, and promotion of a fun atmosphere
• Serve as a mentor and role model to all youth with whom you are coaching
• Preside over team activities including all scheduled team practices and games throughout the season
• Communicate program information to parents and players throughout the season
• Communicate efficiently and promptly with the Recreation Programmer and/or Program Coordinator
• Attend pre-season coaches meeting
• Hold pre-season parents meeting
• Be responsible for team equipment
• Ensure equal playing time for all your players regardless of the score
• Work to establish and improve team unity and spirit

Requirements:

• Successfully complete the application procedure and pass a background check
• Obtain an American Sports Education Program (ASEP) Coaches Certification
• Knowledge of the principles and skills of the game of football
• Ability to effectively supervise and maintain control of participants and spectators
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other coaches, City of Appleton Employees,        and the public in a courteous and tactful manner
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Exude enthusiasm and positive spirit with a commitment to equal participation
• Exhibit patience, maturity, and dependability
• Good organizational skills
• Minimum 18 years of age