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Ball Arena

Youth Basketball Coach

Denver, CO · On-site

$19.29/hr

Youth Basketball Business Unit: KSE Location: Denver, CO Reports To: Youth Basketball Director ... Ability to understand and carry out instructions given in written, oral, or diagram form * Ability ...

City of Durango

Adult Basketball Referee

Durango, CO

$25/hr

Education or training ensuring the ability to read, write, and communicate clearly with players and staff. Thorough knowledge of basketball rules, mechanics, and officiating responsibilities. Referee ...

RE-1 Valley Schools

Basketball Coach

Sterling, CO · On-site

... basketball coach is responsible for coaching middle school student athletes in game strategies and ... Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. * Ability to effectively communicate, orally ...

RE-1 Valley Schools

Basketball Coach

Sterling, CO · On-site

... basketball coach is responsible for coaching middle school student athletes in game strategies and ... Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. * Ability to effectively communicate, orally ...

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Infographic showing various Basketball Writer job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 61% Full Time, 36% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 54% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 43% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,122 per year, or $25.5 per hour.

Youth Basketball Coach

Denver, CO

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment
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$19.29/hr

Part-time

Retirement

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Job description

Job Title: Youth Basketball Coach
Department: Youth Basketball
Business Unit: KSE
Location: Denver, CO
Reports To: Youth Basketball Director
Employment Type: Variable Hour, Non-Exempt, Seasonal
Supervisor Position: No
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Kroenke Sports amp; Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), Altitude Sports amp; Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group, and SkyCam.
Position Overview:
The goal of the Denver Nuggets youth basketball department is to increase the participation, passion, and quality of youth basketball in the state of Colorado. This is achieved through various programming and relationships with local youth basketball operators. The youth basketball coach will teach the basics of basketball in a highly entertaining and engaging fashion. This position plays a vital role in the growth of youth basketball and the development of the Denver Nuggets fan base. This is a seasonal part-time position.
Position Duties
  • Follow policies established by DNBA, KSE, and Jr. NBA
  • Teach and demonstrate basketball techniques to youth ages 6-17 years old at Denver Nuggets Basketball Academy (DNBA) events
  • Build basketball lesson plans and curriculums as needed
  • Fan engagement/interaction as a Denver Nuggets Brand Ambassador
  • Provide customer service to DNBA participants
  • Travel to different locations within Colorado for DNBA events
  • Other duties as assigned
Working Conditions amp; Physical Demands:
  • Typical office conditions
  • The ability to physically demonstrate all skills necessary for the sport being coached
  • Continuous: standing, walking, jogging, lifting, and running
  • Frequently: stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending at the waist, twisting, balancing, squatting, standing in place
  • Lift 50 lbs. daily
  • Work is occasionally performed with exposure to extreme weather conditions or loud noises.
Qualifications
  • Minimum Qualifications (Applicants must meet these minimum qualifications at the time of hire)
    • High School Diploma or GED required
    • Possession of a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel in state
    • Ability to pass a background check
    • One year of basketball coaching experience at the recreational, middle school, high school, or collegiate level
    • High school or collegiate level playing experience
    • Ability to build basketball related lesson plans and curriculums
    • Customer service experience
    • Must be able and willing to work the majority of DNBA. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
    • Knowledge of technical aspects of the assigned sport and willingness to continue to learn new ideas pertinent to the sport or coaching in general.
    • Must be able to obtain required training certifications including but not limited to First-aid, CPR, and AED, SafeSport, USA Basketball, and Positive Coaching Alliance. All training must be completed within 60 days of hiring.
Competencies/Knowledge, Skills amp; Abilities
  • A strong passion for youth basketball
  • Ability to understand and carry out instructions given in written, oral, or diagram form
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in a variety of situations
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as in a team environment
  • Ability to communicate with individuals of all ages and all experience levels in a clear and concise manner. Comfortable working in front of large crowds
  • Must be personable, enthusiastic, and very outgoing
  • Organized and detail driven
  • Ability to apply superb judgment and to work collaboratively
  • Ability to positively represent the Denver Nuggets brand
Compensation
  • Base hourly range: $19.29 per hour
Benefits
  • 401k Plan/Employer Match
Applications must be received by: open until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kroenke Sports amp; Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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