CHMS COACH UNIFIED~BLUE HORNETS TEAM

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Has full responsibility for the overall supervision of their program.
• Is responsible for the general upkeep, protection, and inventory of the equipment and uniforms used in their sport.
• Is responsible for assuring that they know the existing state and league regulations and abide by them at all times.
• Affixes to the athletic coordinator in providing transportation and requirements for tournament and special sport events.
• Attends all league meetings regarding scheduling and rule updates specific to their sport.
• Responsible for developing their schedules for all levels of play.
• Communicates all schedule changes to the Director of Athletics or athletic coordinator.
• Provides proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment storage areas.
• Affixes to the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices, and adheres to scheduled facility times.
• Makes recommendations for awards and is responsible for clarification of the award policy to athletes.
• Participates in the budgeting process with the Director of Athletics by establishing requirements for the next season.
• Is responsible for explaining equipment guidelines as to type, color, style, or technical specifications.
• Is responsible for operating within the established budget.
• Has a thorough knowledge of policies and procedures in the student-athlete handbook and CIAC handbook.
• Is responsible for explaining and reinforcing rules of training and code of conduct in the student-athlete handbook along with the CIAC eligibility rules to all members of the team.
• Establishes the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught by the staff.
• Maintains equipment rooms and coaches' office, i.e.: permits athletes to only be in authorized areas of the building at the appropriate times.
• Never leaves athletes unsupervised during scheduled practices.
• Examines locker rooms, equipment rooms, and playing safe areas before and after team use checking general cleanliness and safety.
• Secures all doors, lights, windows, gates, locks, and alarm when leaving the building or outside facility when custodians are not on duty.
• Submits necessary postseason reports to the Director of Athletics at the conclusion of the season.
• Is responsible for the actions and conduct of their team whenever they are under their jurisdiction.
• Is responsible for the general health and welfare of student-athletes in their sport.
• Pays appropriate attention to athletes who are injured or ill or otherwise incapacitated.
• Is responsible for following the protocol set by the athletic department in regards to injured athletes.
• Organizes pre-season meetings for players and coaches.
• Is in charge of evaluating performance of student-athletes and providing suitable feedback, balancing critique with positive and motivating comments.
• Responsible for maintaining good public relations with media, parents, officials, opponents, and fans.
• Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care, and use.
• Directs student managers, assistants, and statisticians.
• Maintains current Connecticut coaching certification with the State of Connecticut Department of Education.
• Performs other duties that are consistent with the nature of the position and that may be requested by the Director of Athletics and/or principal.

Qualification Requirements

• Valid Connecticut coaching certification or temporary emergency coaching permit.
• Updated CPR/First Aid training approved by Connecticut State Department of Education.
• Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
• Has substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport.