Youth Sports & Leadership Program Coach

Posting number: 202600100

Department: Department of Housing and Community Development

Division: Youth & Family Services

Job classification: Youth Program Assistant

Posting type: Open

Categories: Community Services, Miscellaneous

Summary

The City of Rockville Community Services Division is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to support youth development programming. A key component of this role involves supporting the youth mentoring program, assisting with academic enrichment, and coaching basketball and soccer—using sports as a foundation for mentoring, leadership, confidence building, and social-emotional growth.

Examples of duties

· Plan and facilitate sports-based mentorship activities, including basketball and soccer sessions that build teamwork, confidence, and positive peer relationships.

· Work under the supervision of the Community Services Program Coordinator to support, organize, and lead youth programs.

· Assist with weekly program sessions and provide on-site support to volunteer staff at various host locations.

· Support academic enrichment activities to foster educational development and learning skills.

· Safely operate and drive a program van to transport youth, materials, or equipment as needed.

· Support program outreach and participant retention efforts.

· Lead social-skills games, team-building exercises, and structured group activities that promote youth development.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience

· Knowledge of coaching basketball and soccer (required).

· Ability to assist with academic enrichment activities.

· Valid driver's license and ability to drive a passenger van.

· Demonstrated ability to mentor youth through sports-based engagement.

· Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

· Should be comfortable in indoor and outdoor settings.

· Ability to create a structured, supportive, and inclusive environment for youth.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework or training in education, recreation, child development, or related fields. • CPR/First Aid certification. • Prior experience in structured mentoring programs.