Track and Field Head Coach

Track and Field Head Coach (Job ID: 3565) Location: Sauk Rapids-Rice High School (Sauk Rapids, MN). Working hours include practices and meets; 2026-2027 competitive season runs early March through mid June. Job Duties Develop and implement the track & field program for grades 9-12. Instruct participants, oversee safety, meet & practice plans, and supervise coaches. Assess skills, teaching and coaching abilities, participant development and motivation. Lead directing, communicating, teaching, recruiting, practices, demonstrations, advising, organizing and assessing. Handle budgeting and scheduling of practices. Collaborate with Activities Director to grow and develop the program. Coach and instruct students individually or in groups on rules, regulations, and proper use of equipment and facilities. Supervise assistant coaches and oversee their duties. Assess student skills, assign teams & positions. Develop practice schedules and assign duties to subordinate coaches. Observe students during practice and competition to identify improvement needs. Maintain professionalism while supervising students and coaches. Serve as a team representative, promote track & field to parents, visitors, region, MSHSL. Assist with equipment, supplies, uniforms maintenance. Develop and sustain positive relationships with participants and coaches, provide motivational support and guidance. Encourage booster and parent involvement. Qualifications Coaching experience in track & field. Organization skills. Supervision experience. Passion for track & field. Serve as a positive role model for children. CPR/First Aid/AED certification or ability to become certified at a District sponsored training. Minimum age 18 years. High School Diploma or GED. Availability to work varying practice shifts, nights and weekends for events. Demonstrated ability to teach skill development and proper techniques in area of specialty. Ability to lift equipment. Ability to motivate and effectively communicate with students, parents and assistant coaches. Practice mature judgment and sound decision-making. Salary and Benefits Based on the 2025-2027 Sauk Rapids-Rice Education Association's Master Agreement Schedule C at BA+10 lane at 11% starting at $5,797 up to $7,949; no additional benefits beyond those required by law. Deadline Applications accepted online at until filled. Additional Requirement Candidates must pass a criminal background check in order to be eligible for employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sauk-Rapids-Rice-Public-Schools