Head Varsity Track and Field Coach

Roman Catholic Welfare Corp Bishop O'Dowd High School • Oakland, CA

85d • $25

About The Position

The Head Varsity Track & Field Coach leads all aspects of the Bishop O’Dowd High School Track & Field program to ensure the highest quality of spiritual, social, physical and intellectual growth for every Track & Field student-athlete participating in the program. The Head Varsity Track & Field Coach oversees all phases of Track & Field skill development while ensuring the implementation of the school’s mission and core values. As director of the Track & Field program, the Head Varsity Track & Field Coach is responsible for the successful operation of the program as accomplished through the communication and delegation of responsibilities to coaching staff, school support staff, and families.

Requirements

• Experience in coaching Track & Field at the high school level or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of Track & Field skills and coaching methods.
• Ability to communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents, and staff.
• Commitment to uphold the mission and values of Bishop O’Dowd High School.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in developing multi-level Track & Field programs.
• Knowledge of college recruitment processes for student-athletes.
• Background in Catholic education or faith-based institutions.

Responsibilities

• Upholds and models a spiritual and moral code consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and Bishop O’Dowd High School’s charism.
• Integrates the school’s mission and Catholic identity into the coaching-learning process of the Track & Field program.
• Serves as the overall leader of the Track & Field program and maintains a clear vision reflecting current trends in coaching and Track & Field skill development.
• Ensures and monitors the implementation of current instructional coaching methods to maximize player development.
• Facilitates regular coaching staff meetings and assists in creating a professional development plan for coaching staff in consultation with the Athletic Department.
• Staffs all levels of the Track & Field program and monitors the effectiveness and success of the entire program through regular meetings with coaching staff and the Athletic Department.
• Regularly updates Track & Field program expectations to players and families in consultation with the Athletic Department.
• Plans and develops a master practice, game schedule including overnight trips for the Track & Field program in consultation with the Athletic Department.
• Manages the day to day schedule with the off campus facilities in regards to practice and meet schedules in consultation with the Athletic Department.
• Represents the school at league preseason and postseason Track & Field meetings.
• Regularly seeks information from school colleagues about student well-being in order to monitor the Track & Field program’s social climate/culture.
• Regularly attends athletic department events and meetings as required.
• Participates in the annual review of the Track & Field budget with the Athletic Department.
• Ensures compliance with policies, procedures, and bylaws from Bishop O’Dowd High School, West Alameda County Conference, North Coast Section, and California Interscholastic Federation.
• Supports academic and ministry programs of the school by encouraging student-athletes to participate in these offerings.
• Works in conjunction with the athletic trainers and strength and conditioning coach.
• Knowledgeable and experienced in supporting student-athletes in the college recruitment process.
• Leads and manages the distribution, collection and organization of all program equipment, uniforms, and related items.
• Establishes a team culture that encourages and builds strong relationships.
• Works to create an environment of care and support for student-athletes.
• Experience working with students and colleagues of different backgrounds, races, genders and ethnicities.

Benefits

• $25/hour compensation.
• Part-time seasonal employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level