Job Description

Job Summary

I. Organizes the program
; ; ;A.Recruits students for participation within MPS guidelines.
; ; ;B.Conducts orientation meetings at feeder schools in conjunction with other head coaches.
; ; ;C.Establishes season goals and evaluates the season in conjunction with the athletic director.
; ; ;D.Conducts organizational meetings with athletes and assistant coaches.
; ; ;E.Establishes practice times for all squads in conjunction with the athletic director.
; ; ;F.Arranges for practice facilities and practice with squad

II. Coaches during practices and games
; ; ;A.Attends all scheduled varsity games and coaches the varsity squad.

III. Maintains a safe environment during practices and games
; ; ;A.Makes certain there is a first aid kit available at all times and establishes rules of safety
; ; ;B.Supervises the locker room before and after practice.
; ; ;C.Prepares accident reports and submits them to the proper authorities.
; ; ;D.Keeps emergency notification records for all athletes readily available and notifies the proper individuals in case of accident or injury to an athlete.
; ; ;E.Maintains current knowledge regarding the extent of any athletic injury and rehabilitation of the athlete.
; ; ;F.Supervises players on bus to and from athletic contests by riding the bus.

IV.Scheduling
; ; ;A.Works with the Interscholastic Athletics Office in determining a conference schedule.
; ; ;B.Establishes non-conference schedules, and any sub-varsity schedule as necessary.
; ; ;C.Contracts officials for non-conference and sub-varsity contests as necessary.
; ; ;D.Determines transportation needs for all squads in accordance with existing policy and submits properly completed forms to the athletic director
; ; ;E.Other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received:
Works under the direction of the Athletic Director at their school
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Position Summary

Head coach is responsible for the entire high school program in his/her sport. He/she directs assistant coaches, establishes goals, and evaluates the program on a yearly basis. He/she advises the athletic director regarding budgetary needs, enforces all MPS rules, conference rules and WIAA rules for athletes. Maintains a safe environment during practices and contests, establishes an award system in conjunction with the athletic director, recruits athletes, promotes his/her sport within the school and the community, assists with the selection of assistant coaches and is knowledgeable of current sport rules.
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Job Requirements

• ;Able to meet the scheduling needs required for this position.
• ;Access to reliable transportation.

Preferred Experience

• ;Previous work experience with high school students, coaches
• ;Experience organizing and/or leading sports activities.
• ;CPR/First Aid training/certification.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• ;Ability to effectively communicate with participants, parents, and staff.
• ;Ability to foster positive working relationships.
• ;Ability to participate interactively with a diverse group of youth
• ;Ability to work with groups of 20 or more young adults at a time.

Working Environment

This environment includes walking, climbing, standing for long periods of time, and possible loud noises when exposed to activities on a playfield or similar environment. Staff will be required to assist/supervise groups of adults as well as assist in the accommodation of adults with disabilities (within parameters of provided training).
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