Gliders Cross-Country Coach Fall 2025 at City of Issaquah, WA
City of Issaquah, WA · Issaquah, United States Of America · Onsite
- Office in Issaquah
About the Department
The Fall XC season will run for 7 weeks from Monday, September 8 – Wednesday, October 22, from 4:45 – 6:15 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. Locations include Lake Sammamish State Park and Central Park in Issaquah Highlands. Our home XC meet, “Friday Night Lights”, is on Friday, September 26, at Tibbetts Valley Park in the evening. The position is open to individuals ages 15 years and older, though 18 and older are highly encouraged to apply!
EQUITY STATEMENT
The City of Issaquah strives to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We value a variety of perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state and local laws. We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to the success of our City operations.
Position Duties
- Act both as a running coach and running partner for both Cross-Country (fall) and Track & Field (spring/summer) programs.
- Run with participants on mountain trails, sidewalks, and City park tails.
- Coordinate, set up, and clean up at cross country and track meets.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be 15 years of age.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to acquire before the season starts.
- Track and field, cross country, or other running experience preferred.
- Attendance at practices and meet events required.
- Experience with Gliders program preferred.
- Prior volunteer or paid coaching experience preferred.
- Familiarity with trails in Issaquah and Sammamish preferred.
- Qualified applicants over 18 years of age must pass a criminal background screen.
Other Qualifications
- Ability to work cooperatively in a group.
- Ability to interact with and motivate children.
- Ability to go above and beyond and bring innovative ideas to Gliders' practices
