The University of Southern Maine Athletic Department is seeking applicants for temporary positions as Summer Camp Coaches.

We are seeking energetic camp staff to provide a safe and memorable experience for our campers. The staff will be responsible for coaching/teaching the campers in the chosen sport. The ideal candidate will be an excellent multitasker with a genuine passion for working with, and empowering, young campers. Applicants should be patient, fun-loving and confident in their ability to motivate and assist campers.

Camp responsibilities and duties:

• Working under the camp director you will perform various duties throughout the week of camp involving teaching the fundamentals of the sport to campers.
• Four day camp located on the Gorham Campus
• Camp hours are Monday-Thursday 9am-4pm, with some additional hours for pre-camp meetings and post-camp wrap up.

Camps:

• Boys SWISH Day Camp
  • Dates: June 20 - 23, 2022

• Girls SWISH Day Camp
  • Dates: June 27 - 30, 2022

• Softball Day Camp
  • Dates: July 11 - 14, 2022

• Girls Socer Day Camp
  • Dates: July 18 - 21, 2022

• Baseball Day Camp
  • Dates: July 25 - 28, 2022

• Volleyball Day Camp
  • Dates: August 1 - 4, 2022

• Coed Soccer Camp
  • Dates: August 1 - 4, 2022

Must know the rules and fundamental techniques of playing and teaching the sport. Current and former high school/college athletes and current and former coaches preferred.

Salary:

Minimum of $14/hour, could increase based on experience.

Employees in the University of Maine System are required to comply with UMS COVID protocols which currently include, but are limited to, being vaccinated, obtaining a qualified vaccination exemption, and/or participating in regular COVID testing.

To Apply: 

Materials must be submitted via "Apply for position."  You will create an applicant profile and complete an application. You must identify the camp that you are applying for on the application form or your application will not be considered.

All required materials must be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to the camp.  

Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.

The University of Southern Maine is an EEO/AA employer, and does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information or veteran’s status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Equal Opportunity Office, 101 North Stevens Hall, University of Maine, Orono, ME  04469-5754, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).