Head Varsity Track and Field Coach

The East Troy Community School District (ETCSD) is hiring a Head Varsity Track and Field coach to lead, organize, and promote a comprehensive track and field program that meets the needs and interests of the school community. This position requires strong leadership to create a positive and cohesive team environment while emphasizing the importance of academic achievement. The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, ethical conduct, and strong interpersonal skills, and serve as a positive role model for all student-athletes.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Facilitation of the track and field program which establishes a presence in the school and community
• Support multi-sport athletes
• Plan and instruct the teaching of fundamentals, strategies, rules, teamwork and proper conditioning in track and field
• Manage game strategy, lineups, and in-game adjustments
• A student-centered approach which includes flexibility is required
• Collaborate with assistant coaches, athletic director, and other staff to support student-athlete success
• Provide for the safety of participants by inspecting facilities and equipment
• Oversee team equipment, uniforms, and facility use
• Ensure appropriate supervision is provided for all student-athletes involved in the program, including during practices, games, team events, locker room use, and transportation (e.g. bus rides to and from games)
• Teach sportsmanship, cooperation, work ethic and responsibility to one''s team
• Assume responsibility for conduct of contestants in sport involved
• Serve as a role model and mentor to student-athletes on and off the track/field
• Implement appropriate procedures for handling injury situations; ensure the availability of a properly supplied first aid kit and emergency care cards at all times
• Communicate to all participants the policies of the team, local school, and School Board relating to school sponsored activities
• Be responsible for public relations and publicity for track and field
• Communicate effectively with student-athletes, families, and school staff
• Compile and maintain accurate individual and team performance records
• Participate in awards program(s) according to school procedure
• Ensure compliance with Rock Valley Conference and WIAA regulations
• Self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision
• Ensure compliance with the ETCSD School Board Policies and the ETCSD coach handbook

East Troy Community School District is located in southeastern Wisconsin, conveniently located 40 miles from Milwaukee and 60 miles southeast of Madison. With a student population of approximately 1500, the district is proud of its strong achievement scores and district successes. We continue to put our efforts toward providing a personalized learning environment for each and every child by focusing on student engagement, high quality teaching, strong leadership, rigorous coursework, quality facilities, utilization of resources, and strong community partnerships. For more details, visit the district website (www.easttroy.k12.wi.us) and the DPI WiseDash website. East Troy Community School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of age, race, creed, color, disability, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, arrest record, conviction record, membership in the national guard, state defense force or any other reserve component of the military forces of the United States or Wisconsin, use or nonuse of lawful products off the employer''s premises during non-working hours, declining to attend or to participate in any communication about religious matters or political matters or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law.