Head Track & Field Coach

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Athletic Director, instructs student-athletes in the fundamentals of track and field events, preparing them for competition. The head coach supervises and coordinates all levels of the program and is responsible for coordinating all instructional, administrative, financial, and personnel aspects of the program

Reports to : Athletic Director

Supervises : Assistant Coaches

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Administers and oversees all levels and functions of the boys and girls track and field programs
• Develops and maintains a high-quality program founded on sound principles of track and field, strong team values, hard work, commitment, loyalty, honesty, respect, sportsmanship, all to the glory to Jesus
• Establishes the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught by the staff
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities per school policies and applicable laws. Duties include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance, coaching, rewarding, and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
• Approves time cards on schedule; assures assistant coaches comply with school payroll procedures and government wage and hour laws
• Works with performance coaches to plan and direct physical conditioning programs
• Keeps abreast of changing rules, techniques, technologies, and philosophies relevant to the sport
• Develops off-season training programs and summer opportunities
• Oversees budgeting, purchasing, and expenditures; maintains, and inventories equipment
• Communicates program information to school administration, students, parents, and community
• Coordinates fundraising activities with the Development Office
• Organizes the annual end-of-season Awards Night
• Coordinates transportation needs, assures all drivers comply with school policy; may drive students to away games
• Assists in the development of sports schedules and facility usage
• Recommends policy, method, or procedural changes with the Athletic Director
• Awareness of athletic and occupational hazards and safety precautions. Administers first aid contacts EMS when appropriate. Promptly reports all sports-related injuries, coordinates with athletic trainers
• Seeks student collegiate scholarship opportunities
• Provides instruction to and oversight of student-athletes
• Assures proper supervision of students at all times
• Instructs individuals and teams in sports rules, game strategies, and performance principles using lectures, discussions, and demonstrations. Adapts methods based on varying student needs.
• Provides training, direction, encouragement, and motivation to prepare athletes for competition
• Establishes, explains, monitors, and enforces safety rules and regulations, proper use of equipment
• Plans, leads, organizes, and conducts practice sessions
• Monitors student conduct and performance eligibility; establishes rules for behavior; works with Athletic Director, administrators, and faculty to resolve academic and behavioral issues
• Advises students, parents, assistant coaches
• Evaluates athletes skills and performance to determine fitness, potential, placement, and grading
• Attends department and team meetings and required school functions

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or administrator

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications and competencies listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position

Education

High School

Experience

Some experience as an assistant coach at the high school or college level preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience; or any satisfactory combination of education, experience, and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties listed

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND CLEARANCES

• Cleared Background/Fingerprint check
• Valid CPR and First Aid certifications
• Cleared TB assessment
• Completion of Ministry Safe Training
• Valid CA Driver's License
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certificate
• NFHS Concussion in Sports Certificate
• NFHS Heat Illness Prevention Certificate
• NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest Certificate

KEY COMPETENCIES

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the rules, principles, techniques, and safety procedures of track and field events
• Principles and methods for curriculum and training design; instruction for individuals and groups
• Measurement of training effects
• Rules, by-laws, and policies of CIF, Trinity League, and Orange Lutheran High School
• Human behavior and performance, individual differences in ability, personality, learning, and motivation
• Principles involved in strategic planning, budgeting, and leadership techniques
• The familiarity with personnel recruitment and training

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent instructional skills; Identifies the educational and training needs of students and coaches, training, mentoring, and helping them to improve knowledge or skills. Selects and uses appropriate training methods. Accurately monitors/assess the performance
• Effective communication skills; conveys information effectively; actively listens - gives full attention to what others are saying; writes so that others will understand. Maintains timely and appropriate communication with students, parents, administrators, and coworkers
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills; effectively motivates, coaches, develops, and directs others; establishes effective working relationships with students, parents, and other employees
• Effective management skills; maintains accurate student, financial, and personnel records; stays within budget; runs program within all school and CIF rules and requirements; effectively manages assistant coaching staff
• Effective problem-solving skills: uses good judgment, decision-making, and critical thinking skills. Chooses appropriate actions, identifies problems, and uses critical thinking skills to develop options and implement solutions
• Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends when needed

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Exhibits the highest level of Christian integrity his/her life reflects Christ-like morals, behavior, attitude, and leadership
• Supports the Mission and Statement of Faith or Orange Lutheran High School

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The employee is frequently required to stand for extended periods, speak clearly, hear accurately, and move about the campus, gymnasium, or athletic field
• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls
• The employee must occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, and bend, stoop, and sit on the floor, climb stairs, push, pull, squat, kneel, twist, or bend
• Specific vision abilities include near and far vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The typical working environment is in an indoor school classroom, gymnasium, or locker room, or outdoors on an athletic field with exposure to varying climates
• Duties may occasionally be performed on field trips away from school with varying conditions
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but may be loud at times

This job description intends to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments to address the needs of the school and changing business practices. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular position's role, scope, and FLSA status, or grade.