Girls Wrestling Head Coach - Hedrick Middle School (2026-2027)

Medford School District, 549C•Medford, OR

11h•Onsite

About The Position

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 group 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, 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.

Requirements

Knowledge of rules and regulations of the sport to which assigned.
Knowledge of fundamentals, techniques, and strategies of the sport to which assigned.
Knowledge of safety factors involved in the sport assigned.
Knowledge of physical ability and limitations of the level they are teaching.
Knowledge of Medford School District Athletic Policies, SOMSAC and OSAA Rules, and Regulations.
Ability to communicate effectively with people.
Ability to demonstrate basic skills of sport to which assigned.
Ability to organize, supervise, and evaluate the total sports program.
Must be positive.
Should be enthusiastic.
Should possess a willingness to cooperate and adjust to various situations.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Supervise the athletic program for which assigned and coach their school's varsity team.
Direct programs to instruct athletes on the fundamental skills, strategy, safety procedures, and physical training necessary for individual and group success.
Instruct athletes in moral values, pride in accomplishment, good sportsmanship, self-discipline, and self-confidence.
Supervise Assistant Coaches, participating athletes, managers, and student assistants.
Possess a thorough knowledge of all the Athletic Policies endorsed by the Medford School District Board of Education and be responsible for its implementation by the entire staff of the program assigned.
Know Oregon School Activities Association rules and regulations as well as Southern Oregon Middle School Athletic Conference Rules; implement those same consistently and interpret them for staff.
Understand the proper administrative line of command and refer all requests or grievances through the appropriate channels.
Work to increase morale and cooperation within the school's athletic program.
Know effective safety procedures in their sport, plan and implement a program of instruction in safe practices.
Establish the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught by staff.
Design and conduct a clinic for the program assigned to the team.
Train and inform staff; encourage professional growth by attendance at clinics according to district clinic policy and funds available.
Delegate specific duties, supervise implementation and analyze staff effectiveness at season's end, and work cooperatively with the building principal to evaluate all assistants.
Assist the Activities Director in scheduling and providing transportation.
Check the athletic schedule for conflicts and make necessary confirmations.
Assist in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled athletic events or practices and adhere to scheduled facility times.
Coordinate program with maintenance and school employees.
Ensure compliance with the school district, SOMSAC, and OSAA requirements concerning physical examinations, parental consent forms, insurance waivers, and academic/residence eligibility.
Provide proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment and facilities.
Advise the Activities Director and recommend policy, method, or procedural changes.
Prepare the annual season summary after the sports season.
Provide training rules and any other unique sports regulations to each athlete considered a participant.
Give constant attention to an athlete's grades and conduct.
Supervise athletes before, during, and after practices, contests, or while traveling and provide guidance and safeguards for each participant.
Initiate programs and policies concerning injuries, medical attention, and emergencies.
Work cooperatively with the athletic trainer in injury, prevention, and the care and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
Ensure completion of paperwork on all athletic injuries on proper forms and submit to the appropriate office within 24 hours of the injury.
Direct student managers, assistants, and statisticians.
Determine discipline following State, District, and School guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Teach athletes rules and procedures concerning due process when enforcing discipline is necessary.
Contact parents when a student is dropped or ineligible for team rule infractions.
Participate in budgeting by identifying equipment and supply specifications such as type, style, color, or technical information and seeking vendor cost estimates.
Operate within budget appropriations.
Be accountable for all supplies and equipment and report the cost to the Activities Office of any equipment/supplies lost or not returned.
Arrange for issuing, storing, and reconditioning equipment and submit an annual inventory.
Ensure the accuracy of fine and hold notices on lost or stolen equipment.
Follow district purchasing procedures and timelines in purchasing supplies and equipment.
Supervise marking and identification of equipment before issuing and storing.
Supervise equipment rooms, coach's offices, and the issue or requisition of equipment.
Examine locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on the general cleanliness of the facility.
Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of specific sports equipment.
If custodians are not on duty, secure all doors, lights, windows, and locks before leaving the building.
Instill in each player respect for equipment and school property, its care, and proper use.
Organize parents, coaches, players, and guests for pre-season meetings.
Promote the sport within the school by encouraging participation of athletes not in another sports program.
Promote the sport outside the school through booster clubs, YMCA youth sports programs, and other youth sports organizations.
Maintain good public relations with the booster club, officials, volunteers, faculty, parents, and fans.