Head Boys Basketball Coach

Description

POSITION SUMMARY 

At Orange Lutheran High School we develop Christ- centered athletes who compete with excellence and lead with Character. Our athletic programs are designed to challenge students to reach their fullest potential while grounding them in Christian values. We are seeking a Head Boys Basketball Coach who is passionate about competitive excellence and helping our athletes grow not only as players but as individuals who embody strong character, leadership, and faith.We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Head Boys Basketball Coach to lead our program in the nation’s top athletic league. This coach will inspire and challenge student-athletes to strive for excellence in every aspect of the game, while instilling Christian values such as integrity, sportsmanship, and teamwork. The Head Coach will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to compete at the highest level, overseeing player development, and fostering a culture of discipline, faith, and success.

Reports to: Director of Athletics 

Supervises: Assistant Coaches

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Integrate Christian faith into coaching, teaching student-athletes the importance of character, humility, teamwork, and respect both on and off the court. Use basketball as a tool for spiritual growth and personal development.
• Lead the boys basketball team by developing and executing a comprehensive coaching plan that fosters both individual and team development. Train athletes in basketball fundamentals, advanced skills, and strategies while creating a competitive yet supportive environment.
• Identify and attract talented basketball players who fit within the school’s mission and values. Develop and execute a year-round training program that focuses on skill improvement, physical conditioning, and mental toughness.
• Prepare for and analyze game strategies, ensuring that the team is always well-prepared for competition. Lead team practices, providing clear instruction and feedback. Manage game preparation, including video analysis, scouting, and pre-game meetings.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the basketball program, including team meetings, practice schedules, and game itineraries. Ensure all aspects of the program align with the school’s vision for competitive excellence.
• Work closely with the Director of athletics and other coaches to ensure a holistic approach to athletics, balancing competitive excellence with academic and spiritual development. Communicate effectively with parents and the school community to keep them informed of team progress and goals.
• Serve as a mentor to student-athletes, guiding them in their personal and academic lives. Encourage them to uphold Christian principles in all of their actions, both in competition and outside of it.
• Ensure that the team adheres to all league rules and regulations, as well as the school’s policies and standards. Maintain a safe and positive environment for all players and coaches
• Approves timecards on schedule; assures assistant coaches comply with school payroll procedures and government wage and hour laws
• Collaborates with sports performance staff to establish a thorough strength and conditioning curriculum
• Develops off-season training programs and summer opportunities
• Oversees budgeting, purchasing, and expenditures; maintains, and inventories equipment
• Communicates program information to school administration, students, parents, and community
• Coordinates fundraising efforts to help support the basketball program
• Organizes the annual end-of-season Awards Night
• Awareness of athletic and occupational hazards and safety precautions. Administers first aid contacts EMS when appropriate. Promptly reports all sports-related injuries, coordinates with athletic trainers
• Pursues opportunities for student-athletes to compete at the next level after their high school career
• Monitors student conduct and performance eligibility; establishes rules for behavior; works with Athletic Director, administrators, and faculty to resolve academic and behavioral issues
• Advises students, parents, assistant coaches
• Attends department and team meetings and required school functions

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or administrator

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications and competencies listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Education

High School diploma

Experience

Some experience as an assistant coach at the high school or college level preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience; or any satisfactory combination of education, experience, and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties listed.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND CLEARANCES

• Valid Fingerprint, CPR, TB, and First Aid Certifications
• Ministry Safe Clearance
• Valid California Drivers License
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certificate
• NFHS Concussion in Sports Certificate
• NFHS Heat Illness Prevention Certificate
• NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest Certificate

KEY COMPETENCIES

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the rules, principles, techniques, and safety procedures of basketball
• Principles and methods for curriculum and training design; instruction for individuals and groups
• Measurement of training effects
• Rules, by-laws, and policies of CIF, Trinity League, and Orange Lutheran High School
• Human behavior and performance, individual differences in ability, personality, learning, and motivation
• Principles involved in strategic planning, budgeting, and leadership techniques
• The familiarity of personnel recruitment and training

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent instructional skills; Identifies the educational and training needs of students and coaches, training, mentoring and helping them to improve knowledge or skills. Selects and uses appropriate training methods. Accurately monitors/assess the performance
• Effective communication skills; conveys information effectively; actively listens - gives full attention to what others are saying; writes so that others will understand. Maintains timely and appropriate communication with students, parents, administrators, and coworkers
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills; effectively motivates, coaches, develops and directs others; establishes effective working relationships with students, parents, and other employees
• Effective management skills; maintains accurate student, financial, and personnel records; stays within budget; runs program within all school and CIF rules and requirements; effectively manage assistant coaching staff
• Effective problem-solving skills: uses good judgment, decision making, and critical thinking skills. Chooses appropriate actions, identifies problems; uses critical thinking skills to develop options and implement solutions
• Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends when needed

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Exhibit the highest level of Christian integrity – his/her life reflects Christ-like morals, behavior, attitude, and leadership
• Foster a Christ-centered environment focused on Grateful Servanthood, Accountability, Compassion, and Collaboration, in alignment with our Guiding Principles
• Support the Mission and Statement of Faith or Orange Lutheran High School
• A life-long learner who models intellectual curiosity, self-reflection, and stewardship of talents

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee must have the physical abilities to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above

• Frequently move about the campus, sit for extended periods, talk and hear, use hands to handle, feel, or grasp objects
• Occasionally stand, walk, push, pull, or lift, up to 50 pounds, reach with hands or arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, taste, or smell

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• The majority of work is performed in a climate-controlled school setting, with occasional outside exposure to varying weather conditions.
• The noise level is that of a typical quiet office setting with occasional exposure to moderate to loud noise at school events

This job description intends to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments to address the needs of the school and changing business practices. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular position's role, scope, and FLSA status, or grade.

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