Assistant Middle School Girls Track Coach

JOB TITLE - Assistant Middle School Girls Track Coach

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR - Director of Athletics & Activities

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM - Assistant Director of Athletics & Activities, Athletics & Activities Coordinator, Head Coach

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION - To instruct participants in the fundamental skill, strategy, and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the student-athlete shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation and internalization of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline, self-confidence, and sportsmanship. Implements "quality" principles and tools to improve effectiveness of program.

Please review the UCSD Actions of Excellence to gain an understanding of the expectations for UCSD employees.

QUALIFICATIONS
- (Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, Education, Certification/Licensure, Experience, Equipment)

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

* Knowledge of Sports and Rules.

* Demonstrate proper care of injuries and injury prevention.

* Demonstrate and convey knowledge of sport.

* Demonstrate knowledge of and abide with the rules and regulations governing the sport.

* Demonstrate consistency with the philosophy and ethics.

Certification/Licensure

* Appropriate BOEE licensure.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

* Coaching Performance - Interpersonal Relations

* Promote sportsmanship at events and practices.

* Prepare and implement practice plans and set yearly goals for each team as well as the program as a whole.

* Display good team preparation in areas of team mechanics, emotional readiness and skill development.

* Show concern for the safety and well being of athletes.

* Personal Conduct

* Command respect and set the example.

* Respect others.

* Remain ethical in dealing with others.

* Cooperation with other Coaches

* Share knowledge and cooperate with other coaches.

* Display respect for other sports and programs.

* Consider your program one of many, rather than the only program.

* Relationship with Athletes

* Remain positive, encouraging and supportive in criticism of players.

* Establish and maintain consistent discipline in accordance with administrative policy.

* Demonstrate concern for the athletes' academic program and conduct.

* Show respect for athletes as individuals.

* Inform student-athletes of the potential hazards and the possibility of serious injury with the improper or proper use of equipment and in participation of the sport itself.

* Appropriately acknowledge student achievement.

* Management Responsibilities

* Cooperate in developing eligibility lists, equipment needs and program information.

* Require all athletes to complete the necessary pre-participation requirements.

* Be punctual and responsible with inventory and other duties.

* Display accuracy and care in record keeping.

* Follow Athletic Department policy in all areas to include: record keeping, reporting inventory, transportation, purchasing, fundraising, and program management.

* Manage the entire program, not just the varsity level.

* Professional Responsibilities/Public Relations

* Provide supervision and administration of team members in regard to contests and events, practices, buses and locker rooms.

* Cooperate with the various staffs and administrations.

* Participate in in-service and professional athletic meetings.

* Accept recommendations and suggestions from supervisors.

* Implements an effective public relations program in regard to the news media, colleges and universities, parents and students.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- * Repetitious bending, lifting, and hand movement.

* Ability to work while standing, moving and/or walking.

* Drug, tobacco, and alcohol-free while working.

* Must be able to see and hear within normal limits with or without corrective lenses or hearing aids.

* Ability to operate a motor vehicle used to travel between sites.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
- * Per Board Policies and the UEA Master Contract.

* Contract as determined by sport and season dates.

* Performance evaluated per Board Policy.