Medford SD 549C Job Description

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Job Title:                     Head Athletic Coach - High School

Classification:              Extra Comp

Supervision:                Building Principal

Days:                           Athletic Season

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Head Athletic Coach will supervise the athletic program for which assigned and coach their school's varsity team. The Head Coach will direct programs to instruct athletes on the fundamental skills, strategy, safety procedures, and physical training necessary for individual and team success. At the same time, the athletes shall receive instruction that will lead to the formation of moral values, pride in accomplishment, good sportsmanship, self-discipline, and self-confidence.

The Head Athletic Coach supervises the program’s Assistant Coaches assigned, participating athletes, managers, and student assistants.

This job description intends to give sufficient guidance to function. A coach shall exercise common sense and good judgment in cases not explicitly covered.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

The Head Athletic Coach is responsible to the building principal and works cooperatively with the Coordinator of Secondary Athletics and the building Activities Coordinator.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

GENERAL

• Has a thorough knowledge of all the Athletic Policies endorsed by the Medford School District Board of Education and is responsible for its implementation by the entire staff of the program assigned. 
• Knows Oregon School Activities Association rules and regulations as well as Southern Oregon Conference Guidelines; implements those same consistently and interprets them for staff. 
• Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through appropriate channels. 
• Works to increase morale and cooperation within the school's athletic program. 
• Knows effective safety procedures in their sport, plans and implements a program of instruction in safe practices. 

STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establishes the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught by staff. Designs and conducts a clinic for the program assigned to staff. 
• Trains and informs staff; encourages professional growth by attendance at clinics according to district clinic policy and funds available. 
• Delegates specific duties, supervises implementation, and at season's end, analyzes staff effectiveness and works cooperatively with the building principal to evaluate all assistants. 
• Performs such other duties as may be assigned by the Principal and Coordinator of Secondary Athletics. 

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

• Assists the Activities Director in scheduling and providing transportation. Checks the athletic schedule for conflicts and makes necessary confirmations. 
• Assists in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled athletic events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times. Coordinates program with maintenance and school employees. 
• Is responsible to the principal for compliance with the school district and OSAA requirements concerning physical examinations, parental consent forms, insurance waivers, and academic/residence eligibility. 
• Provides proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment and facilities. 
• Advises the Activities Director and recommends policy, method, or procedural changes. 
• Prepares the annual season summary after the sports season.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides training rules and any other unique sports regulations to each athlete considered a participant. 
• Gives constant attention to an athlete's grades and conduct. 
• Supervises athletes before, during, and after practices, contests, or while traveling; provides guidance and safeguards each participant by their presence. 
• Initiates programs and policies concerning injuries, medical attention, and emergencies. Works cooperatively with the athletic trainer in injury, prevention, and the care and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. 
• Ensures completion of paperwork on all athletic injuries on proper forms and submits to the appropriate office within 24 hours of the injury. 
• Directs student managers, assistants, and statisticians. 
• Determines discipline following State, District, and School guidelines, policies, and procedures. Teaches athletes rules and procedures concerning due process when enforcing discipline is necessary. Contacts parents when a student is dropped or ineligible for team rule infractions. 
• Assists athletes in their college or advanced educational selection. 

FINANCE AND EQUIPMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in budgeting by identifying equipment and supply specifications such as type, style, color, or technical information and seeking vendor cost estimates. The Head Coach is responsible for knowing the program's budget and operating within budget appropriations. 
• Is accountable for all supplies and equipment and reports the cost to the Activities Office of any equipment/supplies lost or not returned. Arranges for issuing, storing, and reconditioning equipment and submit an annual inventory. Responsible for ensuring the accuracy of fine and hold notices on lost or stolen equipment.
• Is knowledgeable of district purchasing procedures and timelines and follows those methods in purchasing supplies and equipment. 
• Supervises marking and identification of equipment before issuing and storing. 
• Supervises equipment rooms, coaches’ office, and the issue or requisition of equipment. 
• Examines locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on the general cleanliness of the facility. Responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of specific sports equipment. 
• If custodians are not on duty, secure all doors, lights, windows, and locks before leaving the building. 
• Instills in each player respect for equipment and school property, its care, and proper use. 

PUBLIC RELATIONS RESPONSIBILITIES

• Organizes parents, coaches, players, and guests for pre-season meetings. 
• Promotes the sport by encouraging participation of athletes not in another sports program and promotes the sport outside the school through news media, booster clubs, YMCA youth sports programs, and contacting middle school athletes who reside within the high school attendance area. 
• Responsible for maintaining good public relations with news media, booster club, officials, volunteers, faculty, parents, and fans. 
• Presents information to news media concerning contest results, at home or away. 

QUALIFICATIONS: An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

MINIMUM SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Rules and regulations of the sport to which assigned.
• Fundamentals, techniques, and strategies of the sport to which assigned.
• Safety factors involved in the sport assigned.
• Physical ability and limitations of the level they are teaching.
• Medford School District Athletic Policies and OSAA Rules and Regulations.

Skills:

• Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with people.
• Must be able to demonstrate basic skills of sport to which assigned.
• Must be able to organize, supervise, and evaluate the total sports program.

Attitudes:

• Must be positive.
• Should be enthusiastic.
• Should possess a willingness to cooperate and adjust to various situations.

Experience:

• Previous coaching experience of sport to which assigned is preferred.
• Previous experience as a participant in sport to which assigned preferred.
• Previous teaching experience preferred. 

Education:

• Valid Oregon teacher certification is preferred.
• College training in coaching is desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) whenever it deems advisable.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Medford School District 549C is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and in accordance with Federal and State legislation, including Title IX, title VIII, ORS 659.150, does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability or marital status in employment or educational programs.

Medford School District 549C is an equal opportunity employer and provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235.

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting as verification of eligibility, a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension to your application by the closing date.  Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran’s disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included on the DD Form 214/215.