Head Coach - Track and Field

Clarenceville School District Job Posting Position: Head Coach, Track & Field Salary: In accordance with the Master Agreement Posting Date: October, 2026 Deadline Date: Until Filled Starting Date: March 1, 2027 Materials: Send Resume, Letter of Interest, and References Description: Make a Direct Impact in our Close-Knit Athletic Community At Clarenceville, you aren't just managing a roster - you are building a culture. As a smaller district, we offer a uniquely supportive and connected environment where a passionate head coach can truly know every student-athlete, mentor sub-varsity and middle school coaches, and leave a lasting legacy across the entire K-12 track and field program. If you are driven to develop high-character student-athletes, instill lifelong self-discipline, and shape an end-to-end athletics program, we want you on our team. The Head Track & Field Coach provides overall leadership, direction, and strategic oversight for the Clarenceville Track & Field program (Varsity, JV, Middle School). Reporting directly to the Athletic Director, the Head Coach is responsible for program coordination, player development, safety, sportsmanship, and compliance with Clarenceville School District and MHSAA regulations. Key Responsibilities Program Leadership & Culture - Establish a unified system of skill development and coaching across Varsity, JV, and Middle School teams. Character & Mentorship - Promote high standards of self-discipline, sportsmanship, academic accountability, and team spirit. Staff Development - Guide and evaluate assistant and sub-varsity coaches; conduct regular staff alignment meetings. Community Engagement - Host annual youth summer camps, lead off-season conditioning, hold parent meetings, and attend Athletic Booster events. College Pathway Support - Assist student-athletes in pursuing collegiate athletic and academic scholarship opportunities. Essential Duties Pre-Season Preparation - Organize equipment issuance, establish team rules (for AD approval), handle media publicity, manage physical/pay-to-participate documentation, and schedule pre- season scrimmages/camps. Practice & Competition - Plan and execute engaging, safe practices focused on sport-specific techniques, rules, and strategies. Oversee event registration, line-ups, and meet results. Athlete Safety & Care - Maintain full compliance with MHSAA rules, emergency contact/medical procedures, and blood-borne pathogen guidelines. Promptly report and document any injuries to the AD and Athletic Trainer within 24 hours. Logistics & Facilities - Manage team travel/bus conduct, facilitate locker room supervision, maintain facility care, and ensure timely submission of eligibility rosters. Post-Season & Administration - Conduct end-of-season inventory, facilitate uniform collection and reconditioning, and submit budget/equipment requests for upcoming seasons. Awards & Evaluations - Submit award and letter winner lists prior to banquets, evaluate MHSAA officials, complete student participation reports, and participate in end-of-season coaching evaluations. Qualifications & Skills Required: Demonstrated expertise in track & field event techniques, rules, and training strategies. Strong organizational, budget management, and administrative skills. Proven ability to communicate professionally and effectively with student-athletes, parents, school staff, and media. Commitment to enforcing all Clarenceville School District and MHSAA policies and attending required rules meetings. Preferred: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Prior high school or collegiate track & field coaching experience. Method of Application: Email Letter of Interest, Coaching Resume, References to: kevin.murphy@clarencevilleschools.org Kevin Murphy, Athletic Director Clarenceville High School 20155 Middlebelt Rd. Livonia, MI 48152 Clarenceville Schools is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer http://www.clarenceville.k12.mi.us The Board will vigorously enforce its prohibition against discriminatory harassment based on race, color, national origin, sex,(including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, or genetic information (collectively, "Protected Classes") that are protected by Federal civil rights laws (hereinafter referred to as "unlawful harassment"), and encourages those within the School District community as well as third parties, who feel aggrieved to seek assistance to rectify such problems. The Board will investigate all allegations of harassment and in those cases where unlawful harassment is substantiated, the Board will take immediate steps to end the harassment, prevent its reoccurrence, and remedy its effects. Individuals who are found to have engaged in unlawful harassment will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action. The Board will take affirmative action to insure that applicants are employed and promoted without regard to their race, religion, color, handicap, sex, national origin, age, height, weight, or marital status. The Superintendent has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies. The Superintendent's office is located at 20210 Middlebelt Rd., Livonia, Mi 48152.