Track and Field Head Coach

Position: 25-26 Track and Field Head Coach

Position Summary

Under direct supervision of the Athletic Director and building principal, conduct a well‑organized, well‑disciplined energetic program. Promote good citizenship and community involvement as well as provide leadership, and oversee all coaching duties delegated to him for an interscholastic program operating under NJSIAA bylaws and regulations. Direct and coordinate all aspects of training, preparing and planning for an athletic competition, fiscal management and program activities.

Qualifications

• Teacher Certification
• Coaching experience
• Knowledge of NJSIAA bylaws and regulations

Essential Duties

The Head Coach has the duties and responsibilities commonly associated with this position, including (but not limited to) the following, which are performed directly or through the proper delegation of authority, within the framework of the general laws of New Jersey, the regulations of the NJ State Department of Education, the policies and rules of the Nutley School District, and the terms of the contract with the Nutley Education Association, with all of which he/she is expected to be familiar.

As well, the position is responsible for duties commonly associated with communication positions, which are performed directly or through the proper delegation of authority.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide athletes with team goals, standards of performance, and code of conduct.
• Promote the general welfare of the team and help student athletes achieve both team and personal goals.
• Interview, hire, and evaluate qualified individuals that will best fit the Nutley program.
• Delegate proper authority to all staff members, ensuring they understand their role and job description.
• Organize, prepare, and conduct individual and team practices, training, and competition in order to properly prepare for week‑to‑week opponents.
• Direct all aspects, areas, and components of the program (i.e., defense, offense, and various individual positions).
• Coordinate all strategic aspects of the program.
• Represent the program at various in‑school and out‑of‑school events, programs, and responsibilities, including but not limited to fundraising, student activity groups, parents, media, and public relations.
• Manage daily operations of the program, as well as direct, supervise, and coordinate all administrative aspects.
• Direct various evaluation programs—both athletic and academic—on a day‑to‑day, week‑to‑week, and season‑to‑season basis.
• Organize and direct proper college recruitment procedures.
• Direct and implement a well‑organized and effective off‑season training program.
• Develop relationships with parents and the community.
• Oversee all aspects of the financial operation of the program.
• Perform miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Responsibilities Required

• Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of their sport.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of college recruitment methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of NJSIAA guidelines and regulations.
• Ability to lead and guide high‑school athletes in the area of specialty.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management.
• Knowledge of the school, community, and the people who live and work in it.

Evaluation of Performance

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with the New Jersey Administrative Code and Board of Education policy.

Additional Responsibilities

Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the principal or superintendent may assign or delegate.

Computer Skills

Proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

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