WAYNE-WESTLAND
COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
36745
Marquette
Westland, Michigan 48185-3289</??>
TITLE:
Varsity Softball Head Coach -
Wayne Memorial High School
REPORTS TO:
Athletic Administrator
DATE:
January 18, 2012
CLOSING DATE:
Until Filled
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative
of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability
required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Other duties may be assigned
·
understand and follow all of the rules established
by the Michigan High School Athletic Association,
Inc. (MHSAA) and the Wayne-Westland Community
School District
·
evaluate officials and submit report as required by
the MHSAA
·
organize and direct the overall softball program at
the school
·
delegates specific duties, supervises
implementation and at season's end, analyzes staff
effectiveness
·
inventory, distribute, collect, and maintain the
school's athletic equipment during the season
·
prepare any equipment for reconditioning at the end
of each season
·
expose students/athletes to surrounding
colleges
·
where appropriate, assist students in obtaining
athletic scholarships for advanced education and
notify athletic director to coordinate registration
of clearing house (NCAA Eligibility Center)
·
provide the school's principal and athletic
director with an acceptable, written copy of
his/her team rules prior to the beginning of the
season
·
distribute, prior to the first team practice
session, a copy of the team rules to each
athlete
·
monitor grades of students/athletes in the softball
program and check academic eligibility
·
establish a good working relationship with teaching
staff to communicate needs of students experiencing
academic difficulties
·
teach and coach techniques and skills needed to
ensure a successful softball program
·
enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at
all times
·
instills in each player a respect for equipment and
school property, its care and proper use
·
follow all of the established school and league
rules pertaining to softball
·
accompany team to all away contests by riding with
the team on the team bus
·
directly supervise and control athletes at both
home and away contests
·
properly secure the school facility after each
practice or contest
·
make sure that no athlete is left unsupervised or
unattended during or after any practice or
contest
·
not allow any individual without a properly
executed school district coaching contract rider to
coach or otherwise direct any members of the
team
·
follow all directives from the school
administrators and/or athletic director
·
responsible for the safety and well being of
athletes
·
behave in an exemplary manner at all times
·
arrange all team transportation through the
athletic director
·
establishes a sound program of injury prevention
and follow-up
·
communicates with athletic trainer concerning
injuries and student playing status
·
report results of all games to the media, school
announcements and athletic administrator
·
uphold the
Bill of
Rights for Young Athletes
and conduct self in accordance with the MHSAA's
Athletic
Code for Coaches
·
responsible for maintaining good public relations
with news media, booster clubs, parents, officials,
volunteers, community and fans
QUALIFICATIONS:
·
Previous successful softball coaching experience
and/or experience playing at college or university
level preferred
·
Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of
the sport and at the same time must continue to
examine new theories and procedures pertinent in
the field
·
Proven ability to organize, supervise, and build a
total softball program
·
A positive role model and motivator
·
Exhibits qualities of leadership and organizational
ability
·
Applicant must have a time schedule compatible with
that of the high school
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
·
Must be eligible to work in the United States
·
Organizational skills necessary to maintain a
budget, inventory and paperwork
·
Must have the ability to effectively communicate
and work with students, staff, parents, and
community
·
Knowledge of general first aid procedures and
possess a valid CPR certificate
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
:
The physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job.
·
While performing the duties of this job, the
employee is regularly required to move about the
softball diamond. The employee will be required to
frequently use hands and body to demonstrate proper
techniques required for the sport.
Employee will constantly work in outdoor weather
conditions.
The employee will frequently communicate with
students, staff, and parents and must be able to
exchange accurate information in these situations.
WORK
ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here
are representative of those
an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job.
·
The noise level in the work environment is usually
moderate to loud.
The employee is frequently required to interact
with students, staff and occasionally with the
public.
The employee is directly responsible for the safety
and well-being of students and staff.
EVALUATION:
Job performance is evaluated in accordance with
district guidelines by the building athletic
administrator.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The amount of the contract is based on the W-WEA
collective bargaining agreement.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Apply on line at
http://wwcsd.net
or in person at the Human Resources Department to
access the online application system.
The information contained in this job description
is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for
this position.
Additional duties may be assigned.
Job descriptions are not intended as and do not
create employment contracts.
The Wayne-Westland Community Schools is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.