Assistant Cross Country Coach

Assistant Cross Country Coach Chief Leschi School Athletics - Puyallup, Washington Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Chief Leschi School Job Details Job ID: 5849535 Application Deadline: Aug 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time) Posted: Jul 23, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026 Job Description JOB TITLE: Assistant Cross Country Coach GROUP: Coach SALARY: Athletics Salary Schedule WORK DAYS PER FISCAL YEAR: Fall Sports Season SUMMARY: The Assistant Cross Country Coach provides leadership and direction to the assigned sports team as coordinated with the team’s head coach. The assistant coach shall enforce all rules of the WIAA as they relate to the respective sport and will assist with the organization and administration of the assigned athletic team. ABOUT CHIEF LESCHI SCHOOLS: Formerly known as the Puyallup Tribal School, Chief Leschi Schools was founded in 1976 to address the high dropout rate of the youth of the Puyallup tribe. It is the largest of seven tribal schools in the state of Washington and one of approximately 200+ tribal schools in the United States. It is also one of the largest tribal schools to be funded by the Bureau of Indian Education. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Implements and enforces all decision and directives of the head coach Assists the head coach with planning and conducting all practice sessions Maintains a current and accurate squad roster at all times, being sure that it is on file with the head coach Supports the head coach in conducting the athletic program of the assigned sport and the total athletic program of the Chief Leschi School system; contributes to and supports team strategies Demonstrates loyalty to the head coach and the team Attends team staff meetings as directed by the head coach, Athletic Director or building principal Assume any duties assigned by the head coach pertaining to the respective sport. This includes, but is not limited to conducting portions of practice drills, handling equipment, determining eligibility, working with student managers, scouting, maintaining positive public relations, and keeping statistics In the absence of the head coach, assumes all responsibilities designated as those of the head coach Reports any injuries to the head coach and/or Athletic Director Assists with the inspection of all equipment, oversees the issuance and collection of equipment, and maintains equipment inventory records; advises the head coach of any equipment that needs repair or certification. All equipment is the responsibility of the coach. Performs other duties as assigned This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed, while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

At least 19 years old Possess a high school diploma or GED Hold a valid and current First Aid Certification card or be enrolled in a Red Cross First Aid Card training course.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate’s degree earned from an accredited college with major coursework in Physical Education or coaching or related field OR Three or more years of direct work experience as a coach of a major team sport (Alternative combinations of education and experience will be evaluated by Human Resources for comparability.) Demonstrated knowledge of WIAA interscholastic activities policies and WIAA Coaching Standards Experience in coaching a diverse student population Current employee of Chief Leschi Schools – preferably a certificated employee

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:

Successful criminal background clearance Successful and/or clear drug screening

KNOWLEDGE OF:

School board policies and procedures Human relations/conflict resolution techniques Principles, procedures and practices of the respective team sport

ABILITY TO:

Take initiative and work independently Communicate effectively verbally and in writing Be a role model and serve as an advisor to the students on the squad by providing direction and advice Maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups in a multicultural and diverse community, including school and central office administrators, parents, and community members Understand WIAA interscholastic activities policies and WIAA coaching Standards Demonstrate understanding of and experience with cultural competence Comply with school board policies and follow administrative procedures REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Head Coach or designee PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time. The employee must frequently reach with hands and arms and is regularly required to talk or hear; stand and/or walk; bend, stoop, twist, squat, and kneel; and use hands to finger, handle, feel and perform fine motor manipulations. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Anything over the weight limits should be done as a two-person lift or with a mechanical lift. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works indoors, occasionally near visual displays. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Chief Leschi Schools is an Equal Opportunity /M/F/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer, except as provided under the Indian Preference Act. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $4,933.73 to $5,129.60 Stipend Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching Job Requirements At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. High School/Trade School degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Scott Halasz , Athletic Director

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