What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Boys Golf Coach position at Larue County Schools?
Position Type :
Athletics / Activities / Golf Boys HS Head Coach
Date Posted : 2 / 15 / 2023
Location :
Larue County High School
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Directs assistant coaches, student managers,and statisticians.
