Assistant Track Coach

GENERAL FUNCTION

Under the direction of the Principal, Varsity Head Coach, Athletic Administrator, and Athletic Director, this position has the responsibility to assist the varsity head coach with a comprehensive high school program where the primary focus will be to support the varsity head coach in mentoring, training, coaching, and coordinating aspects of a high school program. At the same time, the total development of the student-athlete is the highest priority. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Assistant Coach provides site-wide support in the following areas:

• Assists with organization, direction, and implementation of all phases of a highly competitive high school program, including practice sessions, recruitment, counseling, training, and conditioning.
• Assists with directing and coaching the program according to California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) standards, rules, and regulations; Adheres to the Operating Principles of the CIF, as well as the Code of Ethics for Coaches; Communicate and facilitates an environment where assistant coaches and student-athletes adhere to the CIF Code of Ethics for Coaches and Athletes.
• Foster among the participants and spectators an appreciation of the values of athletics, a desire to win, an attitude of good sportsmanship, and a sense of pride in self, team, school, and community.
• Monitors the academic performance of student-athletes and intervenes when expectations are not met by conferring with the site administration, athletic director, counseling staff, teacher(s), and parents.
• Assists with regular communication to students, parents, faculty, high school coaches, and officials.
• Demonstrates awareness, commitment, and adherence to region rules.
• Actively participates in athletic department fundraising and public relations events.
• Professionally represents the school site in media interviews, speaking engagements, and community service projects; Regularly attends school site athletic functions.
• Has high visibility throughout the site and District, as well as strong, collaborative interpersonal skills.
• Establishes and maintains effective, cooperative working relationships with those contacted in performing duties; Maintains the confidentiality of information used in personnel issues and/or District functions.
• Works cooperatively with the head coach and athletic director to ensure all students are properly cleared through the athletic director’s office; Works cooperatively with athletic coaches to operate a well-balanced athletic program.
• Assists with the direction of training, conditioning, and performance of the athletic team.
• Acts positively influence the behavior of members of their athletic staff and teams.
• Attends and personally directs the team at athletic contests and is present at all athletic competitions as directed by the head coach.
• Responsible for supervising their athletes at all practices and competitions that comply with all applicable district guidelines.
• Recommends to the head coach the type and amount of equipment and supplies needed to conduct the program; Responsible for the inventory and care of equipment.
• Advises the head coach and athletic director of the condition of athletic facilities and needs for their preparation and maintenance; Shall keep the facilities, team room, locker room, and weight room in a clean, orderly, and attractive manner at all times; Assists the head coach and athletic director with the coordination of the program and the usage of school facilities/grounds by school and community groups.
• Assists the head coach in encouraging the development of school business partnerships/community agencies; Assists the head coach in monitoring and ensuring parent/booster clubs are consistent with fiscal guidelines/regulations as well as their intended purpose to support students; Works closely with the head coach and Booster Club parents to coordinate activities.
• Assists the head coach/athletic director in ensuring that lists of all players eligible for athletic contests are prepared and maintained under the rules of the UHSAA.
• Assists the head coach in ensuring all fundraising activities comply with UT law.
• Supervises the program (personnel/students) and shall report inappropriate actions, safety concerns, and/or behavior inconsistent with District Board Policy to the head coach/athletic director.
• Ensures all student-athletes have undergone and passed medical examinations before the regular practice season begins.
• Assists the head coach in advising the athletic director on the preparation of schedules for their respective sport and the selection and performance evaluations of game officials.
• Assists the head coach in organizing a system for encouraging students to try out for their team and to recruit student manager(s), scorekeepers, statisticians, ball runners, etc., for all teams.
• Performs other duties as assigned by site administration, head coach, and/or athletic director.  

NON_ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Attends in-service training and staff meetings as needed. 
• Sanitizes and cleans equipment. 
• Inspects facilities and athletic fields for health and safety concerns. 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: 

Successful (recent) experience in the program in which applying (within last five (5) years) (desirable); Experience working directly with collegiate and/or public school districts (desirable); Must have demonstrated ability to lead young adults in an athletic setting, working knowledge of UHSAA rules/regulations, effective oral and written communication, and strong organizational skills. Demonstrate experience working with young adults in a positive environment. 

Interpersonal Skills: 

Works well with others from diverse backgrounds. Focuses on solving conflict, maintaining confidentiality, listening to others without interrupting, controlling emotions, remaining open to others’ ideas, and contributing to building a positive team spirit. Demonstrate ability to successfully coach, lead, and/or motivate adolescent students. 

Knowledge of:

Appropriate laws on The Operating Principles of the UHSAA & District athletic rules and responsibilities for athletes and coaches; Effective management and leadership skills; Effective skills in the areas of communication and interpersonal skills; Importance of treating individuals with dignity and respect; Oral and written communication skills. 

Licenses/Testing: 

Be current in all District coaching requirements upon signing the coaching contract from the Human Resources department. 

Other Skills and Abilities: 

Demonstrates knowledge of child growth and development at each level of instruction and of the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of adolescent students. Demonstrated ability to participate in physically demanding athletic activities; possess knowledge of effective behavior management methods; ability to exercise good judgment and work in a dynamic environment. 

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements 

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, run, jump, stretch, stand, sit, use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds. The employee may occasionally climb stairs, ropes, or ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, the ability to adjust focus, and peripheral vision. The employee must have the ability to demonstrate the proper techniques and skills needed for athletic participation. 

Work Environment 

The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The work environment is at all athletic facilities and events. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but occasionally high, depending on the student population and activities. The employee may be regularly exposed to wet/humid and/or outdoor weather conditions. The employee may be exposed to bodily fluids and/or bloodborne pathogens. 

Description Applies to the Following Assistant Coaching Assignments: Golf, Cross Country, Football, Volleyball, Wrestling, Dance, Basketball, Track and Field, Baseball, Softball, Soccer