November 4, 2024

Bismarck Parks & Recreation District

Bismarck

OTHER & PART TIME

4-5th grade volleyball coach

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB INFORMATION

TITLE: 4th and 5th Grade Volleyball Coach

CLASSIFICATION: Part-time Seasonal

SALARY RANGE: Salary adjustments are determined on an annual basis by the Board of
Park Commissioners (Starting at $10.75 per hour; DOE)

SUPERVISOR(S): Works under the general and detailed supervision of the Facility
Specialist and Program Coordinator in charge of the program.

JOB SUMMARY:
This position will be assigned to coach at one of the elementary schools in Bismarck. The philosophy
and rules of the program must be followed at all times.

JOB DUTIES AND TASKS:

1. Attend all meetings and workshops set up to prepare for and monitor the youth volleyball
program.

2. Arrange a meeting with the principal, custodian and secretary of the school you are assigned to
prior to the start of practices. The purpose of this meeting is to set up a practice schedule as
well as review any concerns and rules the school may have prior to the beginning of the season.

3. Organize a practice schedule that consists of one practice per week for 4th grade and two
practices per week for 5th grade. Each practice must be structured and be about 1 hour in
length. A copy of this practice schedule must be given to your school, coordinator, and the
Facility Specialist immediately. No weekend practices.

4. You must set up nets, standards, scoreboards, and chairs prior to the first match and put them
away when you are finished. This is comparable to lifting or moving 50 pounds.

5. When you close the school after practices or games, you must make sure the gym area and
bathrooms are picked up and lights are turned off before leaving. Make sure all kids have left
before you leave. LOCK AND DOUBLE CHECK ALL DOORS!

6. Complete all paperwork to be put on the District’s payroll.

7. Follow your schedule as assigned. Be at practice at least 15 minutes early and at matches at least
30 minutes before the scheduled time with all equipment set up. Changes cause confusion. Any
changes must be pre-approved by the Coordinator and Facility Specialist and the kids must be
notified well in advance.

8. Communicate on a regular basis with your coordinators to keep them aware of any progress or
problems.

9. All teams must be split equally.

10. You may have to officiate your team’s matches if an official is not available or due to unforeseen
circumstances. You will be paid for officiating which pay starts at $17.50/match (DOE).

11. Abide by all rules set up by the District for match and facility operation.

12. Complete all Incident/Accidents reports as necessary and turn them into Coordinator or
Facility Specialist in a timely manner.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by
the individual within this classification. They are not to be considered an exhaustive or all-inclusive
listing of the position, duties and tasks as they may change or be adjusted, as situations require.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

1. Must have knowledge of the fundamentals, rules and skills of volleyball.

2. Ability to communicate and work with the participants, parents, school secretary, school
custodian, co-workers and other coaches.

3. Position will require extensive contact with youth and minors as well as adults.

4. Must have a flexible schedule to arrange practices and Saturday games.