City of Goodyear Economic Development

Youth Basketball Volunteer Coach

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Salary

$0.00 Annually

Location

Goodyear, AZ

Job Type

Volunteer

Job Number

FY2600681

Division

Parks & Recreation

Department

Parks & Recreation

Opening Date

04/07/2026

Closing Date

5/29/2026 5:00 PM Arizona

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Job Description Summary

Help serve the youth and make a difference in your community!

Volunteers are an essential part of our youth sports programs, and we need your help to make them successful. Whether or not you have a child on the team, you are welcome to apply to become a volunteer coach.

You Will Become Part Of a Dedicated Team Of Professionals That Will Be Challenged To Learn And Grow In An Environment That Possesses Six Core Values

Integrity - Initiative - Empathy - Optimism - Innovation - Adaptability

The mandatory coaches meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 19 6:00–7:00 PM at the Goodyear Recreation Center. The season begins the week of June 1 and runs for 7 weeks.

  • Practices: Mondays or Tuesdays
  • Games:
    • Ages 5–6 (coed) & 7–8 (coed): Thursdays starting June 11
    • Ages 9 and up: Wednesdays starting June 10
  • All activities take place between 5:00–9:00 PM
  • No games or practices on June 19
This is a recreational program focused on equal playing time, skill development, and creating a fun, safe, and positive environment.

Volunteer Coach Benefits

  • Account credit upon successful completion of the season (resident rate: $90)
  • “Save 5” program allowing coaches to request up to 5 players for their team (this includes your child and player(s) who must be registered for the season)
  • Reserved indoor practice space at local Goodyear school gyms
  • Practice equipment provided
  • Access to the MOJO coaching app for drills, videos, and resources
  • Coach polo
  • Opportunity to earn volunteer hours

Coaching Expectations

  • Attend the in-person coaches meeting
  • Communicate with your team and parents throughout the season (TeamSnap, phone, text, etc.)
  • Demonstrate basic knowledge of the game and ability to teach skills and drills
  • Interact professionally and respectfully with players, parents, coaches, officials, spectators, and staff

Essential Functions

  • Plan and lead engaging, instructional practices
  • Teach sportsmanship and teamwork
  • Educate participants on rules and program expectations
  • Communicate effectively with all program participants and stakeholders

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Submit a volunteer application and pass a background check
  • Agree to and follow the Code of Conduct

12 Month Objectives

League Information

  • Coaches Meeting: May 19, 6:00–7:00 PM (Goodyear Recreation Center)
  • Practices: Begin week of June 1 (Mon/Tues, 5:00–9:00 PM)
  • Games:
    • Wednesdays (ages 9+) starting June 10
    • Thursdays (ages 5–8) starting June 11
Volunteer

01

Are you at least 18 years of age?

  • Yes
  • No

02

If you have a child (or family member) participating in the league, please list their name(s). If none, enter N/A.

03

Please list up to 5 player “saves” (this includes your child) and the player must be registered. If none, enter N/A.

04

What division(s) are you applying to coach?

  • 5-6 COED
  • 7-8 COED
  • 9-10 Boys
  • 9-10 Girls
  • 11-12 Boys
  • 11-12 Girls

05

Please Select Your Coach Shirt Size

  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large
  • X-Large
  • XX-Large
  • XXX-Large
  • XXXX-Large

06

What practice day do you prefer?

  • Monday
  • Tuesday

Required Question

Employer City of Goodyear

Address 1900 N. Civic Square

Goodyear, Arizona, 85395

Website http://www.goodyearaz.gov
  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Education and Training
  • Industries

    Government Administration

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