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- Head Coach – Girls Varsity Volleyball
- Equipment Manager
- School Counselor
- Staff Accountant
- Tuck Shop Food Service Attendant
- Security Guard - Per Diem
Head Coach – Girls Varsity Volleyball
Job Title: Varsity Head Coach-Girls Volleyball
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Athletics Director
Part Time/Full Time: Part Time
Faculty/Staff: Staff
Full Year/Academic Year/Other (Specify): One Season (09/1/21–11/30/21)
Exempt/Non-exempt: Exempt
Job Purpose
The Varsity Head Coach is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the girls varsity volleyball program.
Essential Functions & Duties
- Plan and conduct daily practices to promote the development and improvement of plays preparing players for games and competitive play
- Educate athletes about college, the placement process and support those who have the ability and interest to play in college
- Provide leadership, support and guidance for the entire program including other sports at all levels
- Select students that are best suited in skill, commitment, and performance for the expected level of play for your team
- Require athletes to represent the School in a respectful and dignified manner by teaching the importance of sportsmanship and hold them accountable for their behavior and attendance at all practices and games
- Utilize athletics to teach and reinforce the School mission statement and values
- Create an environment where the enjoyment of the sport is promoted
- Ensure the health and safety of players, coaches and spectators
- Engage with parents and cultivate a successful relationship
- Assist Admissions efforts by identifying and attracting qualified student athletes
- Promote the school and the sport through articles, media coverage, the athletic website, etc. which includes emailing game summaries to “Pomfret Sports News”, newspapers and/or league officers within 24 hours after all games
- Communicate noteworthy news and/or accomplishments to the Communications department
- Attend NEPSAC and League coaches meetings for volleyball
- Seek professional development opportunities through clinics, coaching associations, videos, or other coaches
- Adhere to all School policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook
- Continually meet or exceed Pomfret School’s Standards of Behavior, Character, and Engagement
- Perform other duties as assigned
Position, Education/Certification and Software Requirements
- Collegiate player or high school coaching experience preferred.
- Must travel to peer schools on game days (Wednesdays and Saturdays)
- Possess a highly professional and ethical manner
Physical Requirements
- Requires substantial movement of entire body; running, jumping, tossing/throwing
- Visual acuity within normal parameters.
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to hr@pomfret.org. Thanks!
Equipment Manager
Job Title: Athletics Equipment Manager
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Athletics Director
Part Time/Full Time: Full Time*
Faculty/Staff: Staff
Full Year/Academic Year/Other (Specify): Academic Year
Exempt/Non-exempt: Exempt
*Approximately 30 hours per week for 40 weeks (mid-August to mid-June). Monday - Friday and ½ day Saturdays while school is in session. Evening hours may be required. Schedule may vary according to the needs of the Athletics Office and Pomfret School.
Job Purpose
The Athletics Equipment Manager is responsible for the general management, maintenance and basic organization of the athletics equipment room.
Essential Functions & Duties
- Distribute and check in equipment including uniforms, apparel and athletic equipment.
- Procure and receive all athletic equipment.
- Collect and store all athletic equipment.
- General upkeep and basic care of uniforms and equipment.
- Retire, recondition and replenish equipment as needed. (i.e. helmets, goalie gear)
- Launder uniforms and practice gear.
- Track in-season school-owned equipment and uniforms loaned to student athletes.
- Preseason fitting of protective gear (helmets, shoulderpads, etc.).
- Interact frequently with coaches to ensure all equipment needs are addressed.
- Work with Athletic Trainers to manage coverage during any absence.
- Communicate charges for missing or lost equipment and uniforms to Student Billing.
- Adhere to all School policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- Continually meet or exceed Pomfret School’s Standards of Behavior, Character, and Engagement.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Position, Education/Certification and Software Requirements
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite and aptitude for learning new technology
- Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and work experience preferably in an independent school.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task and manage time effectively
- Work well under pressure
- Work in close proximity to co-workers in a collaborative nature
- Work proactively and solve problems
- Possess a positive attitude and excellent work ethic
Physical Requirements
- Requires substantial movement (motions) of wrists, hands, and fingers with keyboard use.
- Visual acuity within normal parameters.
- Ability to lift and transport frequently up to 30 lbs., occasionally with assistance 50+ lbs.
- Must be able to work at high heights periodically, utilizing ladders.
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to hr@pomfret.org. Thanks!
School Counselor
Job Title: School Counselor
Department: Counseling
Reports To: Director of Counseling
Part Time/Full Time: Full Time
Faculty/Staff: Faculty
Full Year/Academic Year/Other: Academic Year
Exempt/Non-exempt: Exempt
Job Purpose
Facilitate psychological/psychiatric treatment and support services for students by providing counseling services, crisis intervention, and mental health outreach to enhance the psychological and emotional welfare of students and the school community.
Essential Functions & Duties
- Provide individual support working in collaboration with members of the faculty, the Student Support Team, and families
- Provide support services and sustain the current comprehensive school counseling program that addresses academic, personal and social development for all students.
- Provide needs assessment for students who are having behavioral, family, or interpersonal difficulty and/or are experiencing psychological symptoms. A needs assessment may involve:
- Intervening in difficult interpersonal situations as requested by administration, parents, advisors or students
- Identifying current life stressors and impairment
- Establishing Axis I diagnosis (adjustment, mood, anxiety, eating, and/or psychotic disorders) and course illness
- Participate in weekly Student Support Team meetings with key administrators and Student Life personnel
- Serve as liaison with parents, faculty, advisor, and primary care clinician
- Develop and coordinate treatment plans that may involve providing short-term weekly counseling on school-related difficulties, out-referral to local service provider(s), and/or require medical leave for intensive outpatient and/or inpatient treatment.
- Provide acute crisis assessment, intervention, and treatment on a 24-hour basis.
- Coach and counsel Admissions staff with regard to prospective student applicants
- Maintain and keep current an active working relationship with local service providers including psychotherapists, psychiatrists, and hospital emergency services.
- Coordinate substance evaluations according to School protocol
- Develop and implement formalized treatment protocols
- Develop educational and preventative care programs (meditation groups, Wellness Weekend, QUEST, and relevant courses (such as Health & Wellness) on an as-needed basis
- Adhere to all School policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook
- Continually meet or exceed Pomfret School’s Standards of Behavior, Character, and Engagement
- Perform other duties as assigned
Position, Education/Certification and Software Requirements
- Possess knowledge of therapy techniques and strategies and the ability to connect with adolescents and effectively provide individual and group therapy
- Masters or doctorate degree
- Excellent written and communication skills
- Thorough knowledge of FERPA and HIPAA laws and confidentiality
- Clinical licensure in the state of Connecticut (LCSW, LPC, PhD)
- 3–5 years of clinical experience or experience in schools
- Mandated reporter
- Desire to work in residential academic community is essential
Staff Accountant
Job Title: Staff Accountant
Department: Business Office
Reports to: Controller
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Faculty/Staff: Staff
Full Year/Academic Year/Other (specify): Full Year
Exempt/Non-exempt: Exempt
Job Purpose
The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the Controller in the day to day business
operations and assisting with various financial duties.
Essential Functions & Duties
- Prepare journal entries, analyses and account reconciliations
- Perform assigned monthly balance sheet reconciliations
- Assist with monthly close processes
- Assist with accounts receivable and FACTS Tuition Management
- Responsible for the monthly filing of the CT Sales & Use Tax return
- Assist with audits and the preparation of the 990
- Assist Controller with endowment accounting
- Manage the billing, reconciliation and processing of tuition refund insurance, student
- accident insurance and international health insurance for students
- Work directly with the Communications Office to make necessary tuition/billing updates
- to the School’s Website
- Responsible for the maintenance and reconciliation of the on-campus ATM machine
- Provide timely and accurate monthly reporting to the School’s budget managers
- Capability to meet assigned deadlines
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller and CFO
Position, Education/Certification and Software Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required
- Prior accounting experience required
- Highly organized and detail oriented
- Working knowledge of GAAP
- Must adhere to all School policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook
- Continually meet or exceed Pomfret School’s Standards of Behavior, Character and Engagement
- Proficiency with the Google Suite Platform
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel required
- Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge and FACTS Tuition Management a plus
- Experience with Fundriver a plus
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to hr@pomfret.org. Thanks!
Tuck Shop Food Service Attendant
Department: Tuck Shop
Reports To: Tuck Shop Manager
Full Time/Part Time: Part Time
Faculty/Staff: Staff
Full Year/Academic Year/Other: Academic Year
Exempt/Non-exempt: Non-exempt
Job Purpose:
Prepares food and serves customers in accordance with applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations. Prepares and serves sandwiches, salads and other grill items. Tuck Shop Food Service Attendants are responsible for providing excellent customer service for all patrons according to the guidelines set forth by the School.
Essential Functions & Duties:
- Serves customers in an efficient and friendly manner.
- Takes orders from customers and prepares items requiring short preparation time, utilizing grills, flat top and fryer.
- Operates and cleans equipment per department procedures after each use
- Stores, labels and dates all food items according to policy.
- Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures.
- Maintain clean and safe work environment; performs job safely to ensure quality and safety of food supply.
- Handle cash transactions and balancing register.
- Basic mathematical equations
Position, Education/Certification and Software Requirements:
- Six months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Positive attitude. Enthusiastic and possess the desire to help others. Desire to be an active and supportive contributor in a team environment. Excellent communication skills.
- Possess integrity and trustworthiness. Maintain an attitude that reflects positively on the School.
- Ability to multitask a must. Ability to prioritize tasks, use knowledge and initiative to solve problems.
- Ability to work independently, be self-motivated and proactive.
- Must adhere to all School policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook. Continually meet or exceed Pomfret School’s Standards of Behavior, Character, and Engagement. Respect all matters of confidentiality.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Security Guard - Per Diem
Job Purpose
Under the direction of the Operations Manager, patrol school campus to maintain order and security; respond to, investigate, evaluate and control various security situations. Assure student compliance with school policies and regulations.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
- Patrol school campus to maintain order and security; protect students, personnel, equipment and property, by performing inspections on foot or in a vehicle of unsafe conditions, illegal acts and security situations on and around school properties.
- Perform daily inspections, secure and unlock buildings as assigned or modified by the Operations Manager.
- Respond to, investigate, evaluate and control various security situations; assure student compliance with school policies and regulations; report presence of unauthorized persons on grounds or facilities.
- Maintain safety of school grounds and facilities, check for broken materials, liquid hazard or fires, prepare a variety of reports and other documentation related to work performed.
- Contact School Officer in Charge and assist in the investigation of illegal activities.
- Contact School Officer in Charge and respond to emergency situations, prevent or control physical altercations, detain students and suspects in accordance with established procedures, administer first aid as needed and assist injured or ill persons.
- Control traffic and provide security at school functions.
- Communicate with school personnel and law, fire and safety personnel to receive and exchange information.
- related to security, vandalism, crimes, investigations or safety regulations. Testify in disciplinary hearings as needed.
- Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the community. Communicate with students and staff to provide and receive information regarding school activities.
- Investigate reports of explosive devices on campus.
- Investigate reports of students or suspects in possession of a weapon. Take corrective action that is applicable/practical.
- Carry a school provided cell phone during working hours in order to respond to daily needs on campus as they arise.
- Be self-motivated and work well with others as well as independently at times.
Position, Education/Certification and Software Requirements
- High School diploma, GED or equivalent technical school certification.
- Must hold and maintain a valid unrestricted U.S. driver’s license.
- OSHA Certification preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year security experience.
Working Conditions
A. Physical Environment:
- Regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
- Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; hazardous chemicals; outside weather conditions; and extreme heat.
- Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
- Usually moderate noise level.
B. Physical Demands:
- Operates a motor vehicle on a daily basis.
- Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear, and taste or smell.
- Occasionally required to sit.
- Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, often lift and/or move up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
- Regularly climb and/or balance up to 10 feet, and often climb and or balance up to 25 feet.
- Regular use of close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Additional Required Skills and Abilities
- Must be able to function well in a team/community environment, frequently interacting with students, teachers, co-workers, and administrators, displaying common courtesies and politeness.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, material safety data sheets (MSDS), and instruction manuals.
- Ability to write routine instructions, reports, logs, and descriptions of equipment problems and needs
- Ability to speak effectively to describe and explain specific problems to co-workers, faculty, staff and
- contractors.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Ability to order replacement parts and stock needed to perform daily tasks.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pomfret School is an equal opportunity employer. It is Pomfret School’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, creed, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law,. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The School will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.