Track and Field Head Coach

Job Duties

• Instruct participants, oversee safety, meets & practice plan, and supervise coaches.
• Oversee a program of student participants in grades 9-12, but involved in all aspects of District ISD 47 track & field, youth through varsity.
• Assess skills, teach/coach skills, participant development, and motivation within the track & field program.
• Lead the direction, communication, teaching, recruiting, practices, demonstrations, advising, organizing, and assessing of the program.
• Be responsible for a budget and all scheduling of practices.
• Report and work closely with the Activities Director to ensure the program is developing and growing.
• Coach and instruct students, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, and proper use of equipment/facility.
• Supervise assistant coaches and oversee their duties.
• Assess student's skills and assign teams & positions.
• Develop practice schedules and assign duties to subordinate coaches as necessary.
• Observe students during practice and competition to help determine the needs for individual or team improvement.
• Establish and maintain professionalism while supervising students and coaches during practice and games.
• Act as a team representative and promote track & field by communicating with parents, visitors, within region, MSHSL, etc.
• Aid in maintaining equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
• Develop and sustain positive relationships with participants and coaches, and provide motivational support and guidance.
• Encourage and promote booster and parent involvement.

Qualifications

• Coaching experience in track & field.
• Organization skills.
• Supervision experience.
• Passion for track & field.
• Certification in CPR/First Aid/AED.
• Age 18.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Available to work varying practice shifts, nights, and weekends for events.
• Demonstrated ability to teach the development of skills and proper techniques in area of specialty.
• Ability to lift equipment.
• Ability to motivate and effectively communicate with students, parents, and assistant coaches.
• Mature judgment and sound decision-making.

Pay & Benefits

SALARY AND BENEFITS
Based on the 2025-2027 Sauk Rapids-Rice Education Association's Master Agreement Schedule C at BA+10 lane at 11% starting at $5,797 up to $7,949; no additional benefits beyond those required by law.

Deadline

Applications accepted online at www.isd47.org/start-your-career until filled.
Note: Candidates must pass a criminal background check in order to be eligible for employment.