Athletic Head CoachWorks with student athletes to improve personal and teamwork skills. Provides guidance and encouragement to help students profit from their participation. Keeps the athletic director informed about emerging issues. Under the direction of the athletic director: plans work assignments, provides instructions, and monitors assigned staff and volunteers. Promotes teamwork and helps staff as needed to successfully accomplish delegated duties. Distinguishing Characteristics
Essential Functions:- (Performance of these functions is the reason the job exists. Assigned job tasks/duties are not limited to the essential functions)
- Provides technical expertise in coaching the assigned athletic activity.
- Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.
- Promotes a favorable image of the school district. Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs and services.
- Works with the athletic director to evaluate program needs. Requisitions program supplies and equipment. Promotes the proper use and care of school property, maintain accurate and up to date records.
- Reviews procedures and schedules before the start of the season.
- Attends all mandatory programs (e.g., rules interpretation, first aid/CPR training, etc.).Supervises athletes, providing a safe physical environment, provide and maintain safe and adequate equipment.
Encourages student involvement in program activities. Helps parents and students understand program objectives and risks. Explains student responsibilities (e.g., scholastic eligibility, parental permission, physical exams, training/performance schedules, requirements for letters, optional insurance coverage, waiver forms, etc.).Organizes team tryouts. Maintains the integrity of the selection process, match athletes responsibly
Organizes and carries out a practice schedule. Coordinates activities with the school calendar. Gives the athletic director a copy of all student communications.
Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time.
Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
Avoids public criticism of training/coaching methods used by other individuals.
Assumes responsibility for the development of off-season activities (e.g., summer training, clinics, etc.).Assists with the optional student insurance program when offered. Maintains information as directed.
Teaches precautions and procedures to help students prevent injuries. Ensures that medical authorization forms are on file and readily available. Evaluate for injury and initial medical response. Promptly documents all injuries that require medical attention.
Evaluates individual and team performance. Prepares statistics. Develops and refines game strategies.
Recruits, trains, and supervises student managers, trainers, and scouts.
Helps the athletic director secure personnel for home games.
Provides guidance, communicates high expectations, and shows an active interest in student progress. Promotes academic success as an important priority for all students.
Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code.
Reports student discipline problems, vandalism, and other related concerns.
Verifies that participants have fulfilled all requirements for letters, awards, and/or certificates. Participates in student recognition programs.
Helps with supervision responsibilities related to the preparation of athletic fields and practice areas.
Assigns and keeps track of athletic equipment issued to students and staff.
Ensures that students keep locker rooms and practice areas orderly.
Helps arrange transportation and lodging for sanctioned activities.
Obtains permission to be away when duties conflict with other assigned duties.
Takes precautions to ensure staff/student safety. Does not leave students unsupervised.
Watches for student behavior that may indicate a problem (e.g., profanity, teasing, bullying, distress, etc.). Intervenes and/or reports concerns to an administrator.
Reports evidence of suspected child abuse as required by law.
Monitors innovations, evaluates activities, and recommends program improvements.
Works closely with the athletic boosters association.
Supervises approved fund raising projects. Works with the athletic director to ensure that all financial activities are processed through the proper student activity account.
Participates in national, state, and/or regional activities that advance district goals.
Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed.
Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
Strives to develop rapport and serve as a positive role model for others.
Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.
Consistently demonstrate effective problem solving skills.
Makes all job-related decisions based on the needs of the students and district based as identified in policy and by supervisor.
Qualifications for Employment
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (KSAs are the attributes required to perform a job; generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or training.) Revised 2/7/2020 Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
Relevant coaching experience.
Completion of all pupil activity supervisor validation requirements.
Knowledgeable about interscholastic athletic program regulations.
Applicant must be able to withstand a State of Nevada law enforcement background check.
Knowledge of:
NIAA rules and regulations
District policiesinterscholastic athletic program regulations
Skill to:
Ability to:
Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.
Organizes tasks and manages time effectively.
Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.
Effectively uses verbal, nonverbal, writing, and listening skills.
Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and resilience.
Exercises self-control and perseverance when dealing with students.
Completes paperwork accurately. Verifies and correctly enters data.
Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
Required Certifications and Licenses:
Required ACEP coaching principles or NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching ACEP Sport First Aid, Red Cross First Aid or NFHS First Aid for Coaches Current CPR All volunteer coaches and all non certified (non-teacher) coaches complete Nevada Coaching Education Program (NCEP) requirements to be eligible to coach in Nevada at a NIAA school Desired A valid elementary or secondary certificate
Physical and Mental Requirements:
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.
Work Environment & Job Risk Factors:
Exposure to the following situations may range from remote to frequent based on circumstances and factors that may not be predictable.
Duties may require bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and standing.
Duties may require lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
Duties may require traveling to meetings and work assignments.
Duties may require wearing protective clothing and using safety equipment.
Duties may require working extended hours.
Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.
Potential for exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
BloodBorne Pathogens: An encounter with blood or other bodily fluids may occur in this line of work, you will be expected to know and follow the safety steps in the safety training provided. Preventative inoculations are encouraged; for employees covered under MCSD health insurance, this cost would be covered as a preventative measure. For those not covered by MCSD insurance, Mineral County Public Health Nurse offers many of these inoculations for a minimal fee.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations:
