NHS Boys Outdoor Track and Field Head Coach (Job # 3521)

NHS Boys Outdoor Track and Field Head Coach (Job # 3521) Calvert County Public School District, Northern High School – Owings, Maryland Job Details Job ID: 5497984 Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Jan 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Position Summary: The head coach is responsible for instilling positive and ethical values in student athletes through sports. The coach oversees themselves, assistant coaches, and players, fostering social and emotional growth while improving athletic skills. Reports To: School Principal/Activities Director Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills Excellent communication skills Demonstrated management, leadership, and human relations skills Ability to exercise good judgment in making decisions Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks akin to the duties listed below Additional qualifications as deemed appropriate by Calvert County Public Schools Essential Job Functions, Responsibilities and Duties Develop and implement an athlete-centered coaching philosophy Identify, model and teach positive values and behaviors through sports Demonstrate ethical conduct Prevent injuries by ensuring facility and equipment is safe and appropriate Monitor environmental conditions and modify participation as needed Recognize injuries and provide immediate and appropriate care Design and implement a training, conditioning, recovery and nutritional program for the team Facilitate the social and emotional growth of athletes in a positive environment Provide opportunities for athletes to learn responsibility and leadership Develop and monitor goals for each athlete and the program Organize and plan practices to maximize performance and resource use Utilize appropriate instructional and communication strategies to enhance learning Demonstrate and utilize motivational techniques to enhance performance Know and understand the skills and strategies associated with the sport Use appropriate scouting, planning, preparation and analysis for games Demonstrate effective game management Create a positive program with public relations with parents, school and community Maintain fiscal and organizational record keeping for the program Facilitate and document an emergency action plan Implement effective evaluation techniques for team, coaches and player performance Fulfill all legal responsibilities and risk management procedures associated with coaching Complete a Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association approved course in the care and prevention of athletic injuries by the end of the first year Earn Accredited Interscholastic Coach certification from the National Federation of High Schools by the end of the first year Other Duties Perform related work as required or assigned by the Principal and/or Activities Director. Physical Demands Significant periods of standing and walking in a typical school environment. Unusual Demands None Terms of Employment Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience applied to the current year. Extra Pay for Extra Duty. Longevity Pay Schedule. FLSA Status Exempt Evaluation Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the policy on evaluation established by Calvert County Public Schools. Effective Date of Position School Year 2025-2026 – Spring Season – 2/28/2026 – 6/30/2026 Application Procedure Applicants, please apply through the Applicant Tracking system located on the Calvert County Public Schools’ website ( This position remains open until filled. Interviews may begin as early as January 14, 2026. References must be directly related to work experience and include an immediate supervisor. Legal and Background Requirements State law requires that anyone hired after October 1, 1986, who will have contact with school children, be fingerprinted and submit to a criminal background investigation. Federal law requires completion of the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I‑9) in person before beginning employment. Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a drug screen. Current employees of the Calvert County Public Schools are exempt from these requirements. EEO Statement Calvert County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth programs. Anti-Discrimination and Harassment Calvert County Public Schools is committed to preventing and promptly investigating any form of harassment, including sexual, racial, or disability harassment. Students and parents may report allegations to Ms. Cecelia Lewis, Director of Student Services, or Mr. Zachary Seawell, Director of Human Resources. Employees may report allegations to the same individuals. Disciplinary actions for students or employees may result in suspension, expulsion, or termination. Job Requirements Citizenship, residency, or work visa required Contact Information Calvert County Schools 1305 Dares Beach Rd Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education