Boys Track Coach - LCHS

Position Type :

Athletics / Activities

Date Posted : 9 / 24 / 2024

Location :

Larue County High School

Date Available : 12 / 01 / 2024

TITLE : Head Coach

REPORTS TO : Athletic Director and Principal

SUPERVISES : Assistant coaches, student managers, trainers, and players

JOB FUNCTION : The Head Coach is responsible for helping each participating student-athlete achieve a

high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an

increased level of self-esteem. It is expected that this role will empower the coach with

the ability to provide the student with an atmosphere in which each person is treated with.

respect and dignity, that opportunity is available to improve skill development, and there

is a climate conducive to accumulation of knowledge through a cooperative learning

experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Responsible to the Athletic Director for all matters relating to the organization, administration and philosophy of the sport under his / her direction.
• Organizes, directs, and supervises a total sport program.
• Acts as a positive role model on and off the court / field / site, etc.
• Instructs student-athletes in the fundamental skills, strategies and physical conditioning necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success in the sport involved.
• Adheres to the KHSAA Handbook, regulations, policies, LaRue County Schools Coaches Handbook, and district policies and procedures.
• Maintains competency in KHSAA rules, event procedures, coaching techniques and general information about all aspects of the sport.
• Works cooperatively with all LaRue County Schools coaches, athletic director, students, and staff to ensure healthy, positive relationships.
• Recommends to the Athletic Director teams that may be scheduled. Works closely with the Athletic Director to schedule facility use.
• Secures the Athletic Director's approval before scheduling non-school facilities for off-campus activities.
• Works with the coaches and / or Athletic Director to plan transportation and appropriate supervision at away contests in compliance with district travel policy and guidelines.
• Conducts self in an appropriate professional manner, serving as a role model for the student-athletes and represents the school in a favorable manner.
• Serves in a leadership capacity within the school and community.
• Understands the proper administrative line of command; refers all requests or grievances through proper channels; and is aware of all public / staff / departmental meetings that require his / her attendance.
• Develops a consistent and positive communications procedure through the school and media to inform the parents and the general public about his / her sport.
• Enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times, and establishes and oversees penalties for breach of such standards by individual student-athletes.
• Is responsible for keeping practice periods for the sport within the confines of the time specified by the Athletic Director.
• Responsible for a complete inventory of equipment used for the sport and for submitting a summary of the yearly program with all necessary reports for the end of the season data.
• Responsible to be available to assist in preparing practice and game field / court for practice or games.
• Gives constant attention to a student-athlete's grades and conduct.
• Directs assistant coaches, student managers,and statisticians.
• Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
• Promotes a harassment-free environment for players and coaches and ensures that no bullying / hazing occurs in his / her sport.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships; demonstrates a commitment to teamwork.
• Performs other duties which may be assigned by the Athletic Director and / or Principal.

COMPENSATION : Stipend set forth by LaRue County Board of Education

EVALUATION : Conducted annually by the Athletic Director

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Seldom / Rare

Occasional

up to 1 / 3 of work day)

Frequent

1 / 3 to 2 / 3 of work day)

Repetitive

2 / 3 or more of work day)

Standing / Walking

Sitting

Handle / Finger / Feel

Reach / Push / Pull

Bend / Stoop / Crouch

Kneel / Crawl

Climb / Balance

Lift / Carry

check frequency)

Up to 10 lbs.

Up to 20 lbs.

Up to 50 lbs.

Up to 100 lbs.

Over to 100 lbs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Must be 21 years of age. Must have a high school diploma. A minimum of 64 semester hours from an accredited college or university and one year experience coaching in a school athletic program.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

Successful completion of a criminal records check; KHSAA Rules Clinic for respective sport; KHSAA Sports Safety Course; and current certification in first aid and CPR.

SPORT : _______________________ STIPEND : ___________________

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so assigned. Responsibilities and duties assigned are at the discretion of the supervisor.