Coach, Head Track - RHS

West Linn-Wilsonville School District 3J•Tualatin, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Riverside High School is seeking a Head Track Coach for its 2A OSAA athletic program. The official spring season begins in March 2027, but activities, planning, and interactions will take place beforehand as part of preparation. The position starts in March 2027 and runs through the end of the season. The successful candidate will lead the track program, support student-athletes’ athletic and academic development, and serve as a role model and public representative of the program. The coach will recruit student-athletes, develop off-season opportunities, collaborate with other athletic programs, communicate with families, and help build the youth program below the ninth-grade level. Previous head coaching experience is preferred. Riverside High School opened in fall 2023 and serves students within the West Linn-Wilsonville School District.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of the sport, skill development, and coaching techniques.
High ethical and professional standards.
Ability to serve as a role model for student-athletes and the public face of the program.
Commitment to academic excellence and achievement for all student-athletes in the program.
Ability to lead young athletes.
Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
Organization, time-management, and public-relations skills.
Good judgment in a variety of situations, including emergencies.

Nice To Haves

Previous head coaching experience.

Responsibilities

Recruit student-athletes into the program.
Develop and implement an off-season athletic program.
Advocate for multi-sport athletes.
Communicate regularly with parents and families.
Track the academic progress of student-athletes and facilitate necessary supports to help ensure their academic eligibility.
Collaborate with other athletic programs to provide off-season and summer opportunities.
Cooperate with other school-sponsored sports and encourage athletes to participate in other programs.
Hold student-athletes and coaching staff to high expectations.
Help develop the youth program for students below the ninth-grade level.
Work with local media as needed and establish strong working relationships with community support groups.