Head Coach - Track and Field

Oakland Schools•Livonia, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Track & Field Coach provides overall leadership, direction, and strategic oversight for Clarenceville School District’s Varsity, JV, and Middle School track and field program. Reporting directly to the Athletic Director, the coach coordinates the program, develops athletes, promotes safety and sportsmanship, and ensures compliance with district policies and MHSAA regulations. The role offers the opportunity to build a connected K–12 program, mentor coaches, and support student-athletes’ development and potential college pathways. The coach prepares for and leads practices and competitions, manages program logistics and administration, supports staff development, and engages with families and the community. The position also includes seasonal inventory, equipment and budget requests, awards and evaluations, and required reporting.

Requirements

Demonstrated expertise in track and field event techniques, rules, and training strategies.
Strong organizational, budget management, and administrative skills.
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with student-athletes, parents, school staff, and media.
Commitment to enforcing Clarenceville School District and MHSAA policies and attending required rules meetings.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Prior high school or collegiate track and field coaching experience.

Responsibilities

Establish a unified system of skill development and coaching across Varsity, JV, and Middle School teams.
Promote self-discipline, sportsmanship, academic accountability, and team spirit.
Guide and evaluate assistant and sub-varsity coaches and conduct staff alignment meetings.
Host annual youth summer camps, lead off-season conditioning, hold parent meetings, and attend Athletic Booster events.
Assist student-athletes pursuing collegiate athletic and academic scholarship opportunities.
Organize equipment issuance, establish team rules for Athletic Director approval, handle media publicity, manage physical and pay-to-participate documentation, and schedule pre-season scrimmages and camps.
Plan and conduct safe, engaging practices focused on track and field techniques, rules, and strategies.
Oversee event registration, line-ups, and meet results.
Comply with MHSAA rules and emergency contact, medical-procedure, and blood-borne pathogen guidelines.
Report and document injuries to the Athletic Director and Athletic Trainer within 24 hours.
Manage team travel and bus conduct, supervise locker rooms, maintain facilities, and submit eligibility rosters on time.
Conduct end-of-season inventory, collect and arrange reconditioning of uniforms, and submit budget and equipment requests for upcoming seasons.
Submit award and letter-winner lists before banquets, evaluate MHSAA officials, complete student participation reports, and participate in end-of-season coaching evaluations.
Attend required rules meetings and enforce Clarenceville School District and MHSAA policies.