Description The Head Track Coach is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the boys' and/or girls' track and Field program, including the development of student-athletes, fostering sportsmanship and teamwork, organizing practices and competitions, and ensuring the program aligns with the school's mission and athletic department policies Requirements Responsibilities • Plan, organize, and conduct safe and effective practices that develop endurance, speed, strength, and strategy. • Teach and model sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership, and respect for self, teammates, opponents, and officials. • Develop seasonal training plans that prepare athletes for peak performance at championship events. • Supervise assistant coaches, ensuring a consistent coaching philosophy and approach. • Attend and supervise all practices, meets, team events, and offseason conditioning sessions. • Maintain open communication with athletes, parents, athletic administration, and school staff. • Monitor and support the academic progress and eligibility of student-athletes. • Coordinate team transportation, meet registrations, equipment, and uniform distribution and inventory. • Ensure the health and safety of all athletes by supervising proper techniques and following all medical and safety protocols. • Foster a positive, inclusive environment that encourages participation from students of all ability levels. • Uphold and enforce all school, district, and athletic department policies and expectations. • Manage the program budget responsibly and coordinate fundraising activities as necessary. • Represent the school and program with professionalism at meets, conferences, and coaching clinics. Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. • Previous track coaching experience strongly preferred. • Knowledge of long-distance running techniques, training principles, and injury prevention. • Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification (or willingness to obtain before the season begins). • Completion of state-required coaching certifications (e.g., NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching, Concussion Awareness). • Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. • Ability to motivate and inspire student-athletes at all levels of ability. • Commitment to the values of education-based athletics. Physical Requirements • Ability to stand and actively coach for extended periods. • Ability to run, jog, or demonstrate drills as needed. • Ability to lift and carry training equipment and supplies (up to 40 pounds).