Head Softball Coach

JOB GOAL To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the coach must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self‑discipline, self‑confidence, and pride of accomplishment in the student athletes. To upgrade his/her knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc. QUALIFICATIONS Has previous successful coaching experience in the assigned sport. Must know the technical aspects of the sport and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field. Must serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through his/her instructions and actions. REPORTS TO The athletic director. SUPERVISES Practices, games, locker rooms, buses, and other areas associated with the program. GENERAL The position includes other unusual aspects, such as extended hours, risk of injury, and due process predicaments. It is the express intent of this job description to provide sufficient guidance for the practical application of the function. In cases not explicitly covered, it shall be assumed that a coach shall exercise common sense and good judgment. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Knows all the athletic policies approved by the school and diocese. Knows existing system, state, and league regulations; implements the same consistently and interprets them for the players, parents, and fans as needed. Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through appropriate channels. Is aware of all public, staff, and departmental meetings that require attendance. Other duties assigned. STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES Serves as a mentor to each athlete, promoting the development and demonstration of character traits such as trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship in student athletes. Gives attention to a student athlete's grades and conduct. By their presence at all practice games and while traveling, they provide assistance, guidance, and safeguards for each participant. Provides training rules and any other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant. Directs student managers, assistants, and statisticians. EQUIPMENT Monitors equipment rooms and coaches' offices, authorizes who may enter, issue, or requisition equipment. Permits athletes to be in authorized areas of the building at the designated times. Examine locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on the general cleanliness of the facility. Responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of specific sports equipment. Secures all doors, lights, windows, and locks before leaving the building if custodians are not on duty. Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care, and proper use. #J-18808-Ljbffr