Basketball Coach

Location

Springfield, VA | United States

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The St. James is seeking Part-Time Basketball Coaches   at its Springfield, VA location.  Candidates must enjoy working with accomplished as well as those with little or no basketball experience. The ideal candidate will be committed to nurturing athletes in a supportive environment that supports goal setting, perseverance, and a love for the sport.  This role will report to the Director of Basketball.

The St. James is the premier sports, wellness and active entertainment destination brand in the country, with a mission to maximize human potential by designing, developing and operating sports, wellness and entertainment destinations that engage, inspire and empower people to pursue their passions and be their best at play, at work and in life.  Our flagship development in Springfield, Virginia features a premium health club, celebrity chef-inspired restaurant, premium medi-spa, 20,000 sq. ft. active entertainment center, as well as an indoor field house with FIFA-sized field, six softball and softball batting tunnels equipped with HitTrax, two NHL-regulation sized ice rinks, 52-meter Olympic competition pool and much, much more.  The St. James allows the whole family to pursue their passions in 30+ sports. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coach and instruct athletes, both individually and in groups, using appropriate basketball developmental instruction.
• Assist the Director of Basketball and other coaches with organizing and supervising athletes in connection with practice, games, combines, and showcases.
• Lead or assist practices.
• Attend games for the team(s) you work with.
• Assists with administrative duties.
• Help maintain equipment and supplies.
• Develop and sustain positive relationships with athletes, families and guests of The St. James.
• Supporting the safety of all members, guests and employees.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Two or more years of successful coaching experience with demonstrated leadership ability for coaches and at least one year of experience for assistant coaches.
• Collegiate playing experience and certifications are a plus.
• Strong work ethic and organizational skills.
• Great customer service and communication skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Background check and drug screen required.
• Knowledgeable of safety training, procedures and best practices used throughout the sports and wellness industry.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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The St. James is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome qualified applicants from a variety of backgrounds inclusive of their race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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