High School Head Track and Field Coach

High School Head Track and Field Coach

Salary

$5,648.00 Annually

Location

Colville High School

Job Type

Extracurricular

Job Number

252600024

Department

COLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

Division

ATHLETICS

Opening Date

06/04/2026

Closing Date

6/11/2027 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

N/A

• Description
• Benefits

Summary

Colville School District is now accepting applications for a High School Head Track and Field Coach for the 2026-2027 school year to lead and oversee the entire K-12 program. This position is responsible for teaching and coaching student-athletes, fostering a positive and inclusive environment, and ensuring full compliance with WIAA Interscholastic Rules and Regulations. Extracurricular positions are for one year only.

Essential Duties

• Work as a positive and collaborative member of the Colville School District athletic staff, supporting the core goals of the athletics program, Colville High School, and the Colville School District.
• Create and promote a positive environment for all student-athletes that nurtures self-esteem, strong values, and life-long learning while coaching the varsity team (grades 9-12).
• Model high standards of morality, integrity, character, and sportsmanship; serve as a positive role model for students and uphold the highest ethical standards.
• Demonstrate patience, enthusiasm, and encouragement while supporting each players growth and development.
• Establish program goals, objectives, and philosophical guidelines and communicate them to the Athletic Director, feeder coaches, parents, and the community.
• Delegate coaching responsibilities effectively to all assistant coaches.
• Provide feeder coaches with guidance on drills, techniques, and disciplinary procedures to ensure program continuity and consistency.
• Conduct preseason meetings and conferences with the coaching staff.
• Complete required annual WIAA online rules clinics.
• Evaluate athletes during early-season practices to determine team placement and/or cuts.
• Oversee summer camps, summer programs (weightlifting, open gym, etc.), and supervise all off-season programs..
• Seek growth as a coach by attending camps, clinics, and training opportunities to stay current on trends and coaching techniques.
• Promote the athletic program enthusiastically within the school district, local media, and the broader community.
• Manage bench coaching duties during varsity matches and delegate additional responsibilities to assistant coaches.
• Plan and conduct well-organized, vigorous practices with daily schedules that outline clear objectives.
• Collaborate with the Athletic Director to minimize student classroom time missed due to athletics.
• Supervise locker room before, during, and after all practices and games, ensuring no student-athlete is unsupervised.
• Coordinate with Athletic Director regarding all transportation needs and requests; ensure all bus pick-ups and drop-offs occur at the rear of the school.
• Maintain discipline during all bus trips and athletic events.
• Ensure that all student-athletes have transportation home after practices or game; once the last student leaves campus, lock and secure all doors.
• Use Final Forms to maintain eligibility, inventory, and attendance records.
• Maintain a current first-aid card and ensure a copy is on file with the Athletic Director and HR.
• Have a current favorable reporting of a state and national fingerprinting background check on file with the Colville School District.
• Carry medical information/waiver forms and a medical first aid kit at all times.
• Oversee the cleanliness of all facilities.
• Check out and check in all equipment and uniforms to student-athletes; maintain accurate pre-season and post-season inventories and submit records to the Athletic Director by required deadlines.
• Coordinate with the Athletic Director to ensure game-day operations-including games crew, field/court set-up, and officials-are in place for each home contest.
• Check out keys from the High School Office Secretary and return them within two weeks of the seasons conclusion.
• Complete and submit accident report forms to the High School within 24 hours of any incident.
• Represent Colville High School and the Colville School District in a manner that reflects the highest standards of sportsmanship.
• Support all Colville School District extracurricular activities through positive actions and words.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The employee is required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Noise level is moderate to loud.
• Use of technology, i.e., keyboarding, when applicable.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work in outside weather conditions.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty effectively. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Two to four years of related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• A favorable reporting of a state and national background check is required.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts as needed.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) is preferred.
• A valid first aid/CPR card on file with the Athletic Director and HR; must also attend an annual HIV/Hepatitis B training seminar with documentation maintained by the Colville School District office.
• Current documentation on file meeting all requirements for the Coaches Standards and Education Program.

Supplemental Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator who fully and actively supports equal access for all people, regardless of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, and the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, and equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination. The following positions have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator - Exec. Director of Business & Operations, Section 504 Coordinator - Exec. Director of Student Services, Title IX Coordinator - Exec. Director of Student Services. Contact: 217 S. Hofstetter Street, Colville WA 99114 services@colsd.org 509-684-7850. The Colville School District is a drug free/tobacco free workplace. This organization requires a successful applicant to provide eligibility and verification of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act. Notice: The candidate selected will be hired on a temporary basis subject to favorable reporting of a state and national fingerprinting background. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. Employees are eligible for SEBB health benefits if Colville School District anticipates they will work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31). Eligible Colville School District employees receive a comprehensive benefit package through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). This includes medical, dental, vision, long term disability, life/AD&D insurance and other optional benefits.

Medical Insurance

Five plans are available to choose from if you reside in Stevens county. Medical insurance is optional. Employees who carry medical insurance will have a monthly out-of-pocket cost. Employees have the option to cover their family/dependents on medical insurance as well. SEBB Medical Benefits At-A-Glance

Dental Insurance

With three plans to choose from, dental insurance is provided free to the employee and their family/dependents. Dental Plan Comparison Side by Side

Vision Insurance

With three plans to choose from, vision insurance is provided free to the employee and their family/dependents. Compare Vision Plans Side by Side Tool

Life and AD&D Insurance

Basic life insurance ($35,000 policy) and accidental death and dismemberment ($5,000 policy) are free to the employee. The employee has the option to purchase additional life insurance. Life Insurance Details

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Basic long-term disability insurance is free to the employee. The employee has the option to purchase additional long-term disability insurance. Long Term Disability (LTD) Plan Info

Tax Saving Programs

Employee may elect to participate in tax-savings programs such as Flexible Spending Arrangements (FSAs) or Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP).

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EAP coverage with Washington State Employee Assistance Program is free to the employee. The EAP promotes the health and well-being of employees and their household members by offering legal, financial and counseling consultations.

Work/Life Balance (Time Off Benefits)

We offer a robust leave program-including personal, sick, vacation (for eligible roles), bereavement, and holidays-with specific leave amounts varying by position. Additional benefits include leave sharing and annual buy-back options.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

District Employees are members of the Washington Teachers Retirement System (TRS) or School Employees Retirement System (SERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Employer Colville School District 115

Address 217 S. Hofstetter St.

Colville, Washington, 99114

Phone 509-684-7850

Website colsd.org