Washington High School - Head Boys & Girls Wrestling Coach

Job Summary

• Organizes program
  • Recruits students for participation within MPS guidelines.
  • Conducts orientation meetings at feeder schools in conjunction with other head coaches.
  • Establishes season goals and evaluates the season in conjunction with the athletic director.
  • Conducts organizational meetings with athletes and assistant coaches.
  • Establishes practice times for all squads in conjunction with the athletic director.
  • Arranges for practice facilities and practice with squad.
• Coaches during practices and games
  • Attends all scheduled varsity games and coaches the varsity squad.
• Maintains a safe environment during practices and games
  • Makes certain that a first aid kit is available at all times and establishes rules of safety.
  • Supervises the locker room before and after practice.
  • Prepares accident reports and submits them to the proper authorities.
  • Keeps emergency notification records for all athletes readily available and notifies the proper individuals in case of accident or injury to an athlete.
  • Maintains current knowledge regarding the extent of any athletic injury and rehabilitation of the athlete.
  • Supervises players on bus to and from athletic contests by riding the bus.
• Scheduling
  • Works with the Interscholastic Athletics Office in determining a conference schedule.
  • Establishes non‑conference schedules, and any sub‑varsity schedule as necessary.
  • Contracts officials for non‑conference and sub‑varsity contests as necessary.
  • Determines transportation needs for all squads in accordance with existing policy and submits properly completed forms to the athletic director.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Works under the direction of the Athletic Director at their school.

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.

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

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

• 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.

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).