Job Opening: PT Urban Coordinator, Connecticut

Posted March 24, 2016


Squash Coordinator
Type: Part-time
Home Base: Trinity College
Location: Hartford, CT
Start Date: May/June 2016

About Capitol Squash
Capitol Squash is an after-school program for Hartford youth at Trinity College. Capitol Squash serves 40 youth from Hartford by providing them both rigorous academic and athletic enrichment. The mission of Capitol Squash is to empower youth of Hartford to reach their potential as athletes, students, and engaged citizens.
About the Position
Capitol Squash seeks a committed Squash Coordinator who has a passion for changing the lives of at-risk youth. The Squash Coordinator will support the youth of Hartford by managing a year-round squash program and planning and implementing practices at Trinity College’s Ferris Athletic facilities. The Squash Coordinator will work closely with the Executive Director to ensure the successful development, planning, and administration of the program. The successful candidate will bring a passion for inspiring, mentoring, and guiding urban youth as well as a strong background in squash and coaching.

Responsibilities
Plan and administer daily after-school squash and fitness sessions practices for 40 students across four grades with an emphasis on development and fun
Recruit, train, and manage volunteer coaches in teaching of squash and how Capitol Squash works with youth – ensure a 4:1 ratio of youth to coaches 
Build strong relationships with inner-city students and their families, through constant interaction including phone calls and visits
Oversee all equipment and uniform purchasing and distribution
Record, track and evaluate daily progress (respect, participation, effort)
Coordinate squash component of fall 2016 tryouts.
Communicate with families and staff about issues related to student effort and development
Schedule and coordinate team squash matches and individual tournaments for players as appropriate
Coordinate team trips to National Urban Team and Individual Championships and other tournaments
Participate in community service projects and field trips as needed
Collaborate and communicate with Capitol Squash staff, families, and community partners
Drive students to and from their schools to, and to and from matches, team trips, community service projects, summer camps, etc.
Other duties as assigned

Other Expectations:
We expect all staff at Capitol Squash to be communicative with all stakeholders, disciplined and engaged in their work, and open to receiving and giving feedback in order to constantly strive to do excellent work.
Must have a valid driver’s license and willingness/ability to drive students in 15‐passenger vans

Qualifications:
Experience coaching squash and/or working with inner city youth
Substantial squash playing experience
Outstanding speaking, interpersonal, and leadership skills
Able to work Monday-Fridays, and most Saturdays
Adaptability, creativity, and initiative-taking
Sensitivity to different cultures and communities with a commitment to youth development
Conversational spoken Spanish preferred

Hours:
• School Year: Monday 1:00-6:30pm, Tuesday-Friday: 2pm-6:30pm Saturday: 9am-1 pm
• Summer: Monday-Friday: 9am-12pm
• 8 full weekends
• Hours subject to change

If interested, please send resume and cover letter to:
Meg Taylor, Capitol Squash Executive Director at meg.taylor@capitolsquash.org