2026-2027 Indoor and Outdoor Track Coach

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching | Date Posted: 8/18/2026 | Location: Petersburg High School | Supervisor: Athletic Director and Principal

Job Function

The position is responsible for providing leadership, supervision, and coaching instruction at a large public high school.

Essential Duties

• Develop student‑athletes to their maximum potential, athletically and academically.
• Demonstrate high ideals, good habits and attitudes and demand the same of the players.
• Cooperate with the principal and athletic director in planning, scheduling, and the general conduct of assigned activities.
• Supervise assistant coaches by outlining team goals, strategies, objectives, and tasks.
• Submit an annual budget to the athletic director prior to the conclusion of the school year.
• Inventory all equipment, supplies, and materials annually and submit shortages and needs to the athletic director.
• Communicate concerns or problems to the principal on matters not specifically covered by this job description.
• Supervise student‑athletes under immediate supervision and ensure preventative measures are taken to prevent injuries, providing swift and immediate care when injuries occur.
• Stay abreast of all NCAA rules/regulations related to visitations, recruitment, and grades of student athletics.
• Perform other duties/responsibilities deemed necessary.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrates skills through personal participation or prior coaching experience in the sport assigned.
• Skillful working with students and staff in an athletic environment.
• Avert problem situations and intervene to resolve conflicts.
• Exercises self‑control and perseverance when dealing with students.
• Completes paperwork timely and accurately.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma required.
• Minimum Experience: Demonstrates skills through personal participation or prior coaching experience in the sport assigned.

Pay

Stipend