COOK INLET TRIBAL COUNCIL, INC. 

JOB DESCRIPTION 

Job Title: NYO Anchorage Coach 

Department:    Youth Empowerment Services (YES)   

Reports To: Administrative & Special Projects Manager, YES  

Supervises: None  

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt   

Pay Grade:      N4 

Job Type:        On-Call    

AKBCU: No       ICPA:Yes  

General Functions:   

The Native Youth Olympic (NYO) Anchorage Coach is responsible for coaching the Anchorage A and B teams, grades 7th-12th, established during the Anchorage Tryouts competition. This position will guide and teach athletes the culture of NYO Games and the skills they need to be successful. 

Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Determine the top performer in each round of competition based on NYO criteria. 

• Assist in keeping accurate records of each competition. 

• Plan and lead practice sessions. 

• Provide feedback and coaching during Senior NYO Games (3-days). 

• Maintain practice and competition attendance. 

• Mentor athletes to develop sportsmanship, respect for the game, cultural relevance, and proper conduct. 

• Motivate and encourage athletes to improve performance. 

• Maintain the equipment and facilities to ensure safe practices. 

• Teach athletes the skills and strategies necessary to compete.  

• Attend coaches’ meetings during Senior NYO Games. 

• Attend NYO Try Outs and Senior NYO Games. 

• Attend & Coach NYO Games with Anchorage A & B Team.  

• Coordinate meal breaks for athletes during Senior NYO Games.  

• Attend NYO Athlete Celebration.  

• Complete registration and waiver forms for Anchorage A & B teams. 

Job Specifications:   

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to provide clear instructions to groups of various sizes. 

• Ability to work both independently and as a contributory team member in a positive, productive manner. 

• Knowledge and understanding of rules and regulations for each event.  

• Knowledge and understanding of the most recent NYO handbook.  

• Ability to use sound judgment when interacting with staff and participants of various ages and backgrounds non-judgmentally. 

• Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure with the ability to handle numerous priorities at the same time effectively. 

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the social, educational, training, and cultural needs of the Alaska Native/American Indian community.  

Minimum Core Competencies: CITC Values Respectful Leadership, Professionalism, Emotional Intelligence, Problem Solving/Critical Thinking, Communication Skills.  

Minimum Qualifications:  

• High School Diploma or GED. 

• Experience coaching Native Youth Olympics with high school aged athletes.  

• Continued employment will be contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory report from a state and federal background check.  

NATIVE PREFERENCE STATEMENT: Pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act of 1975 (PL 93-638) and as further guided by CITC’s Native Preference Policy 6.120, CITC maintains preference in all phases of employment for Alaska Native, American Indian (AN/AI) and Native Hawaiian people, including direct lineal descendants and foster or traditionally adopted children. Also included are non-Native head of household members for Native families, which includes foster or traditionally adopted Native children.