Track Coach

General Statement of Duties
Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, the Track Coach is responsible for coaching and providing direction to the participants so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork in track and field. General and specific assignments are received and are usually under little direct supervision allowing latitude for use of independent judgment.

Essential Functions
The primary duties for the incumbent include:
• Maintain regular, reliable, and prompt attendance, physically present to work.
• Instructs and demonstrates skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in track and field.
• Instruct class sizes of approximately 60 to 100 participants;
• Required to administer extreme caution and safety while conducting track practices and meets;
• Develops appropriate training programs and practice schedules;
• Completes injury and incident report for any participant injured within 24 hours even if student athlete does not see physician;
• Will perform other related duties that is required and assigned. 
• Travels with participants on the team bus both to and from track meets.
• Adheres to all financial policies of the City in regard to the collection and disbursement of money, expenses, and receipts;
• Makes recommendations regarding the purchase of uniforms, equipment and supplies;
• Enforces discipline policies and emphasizes sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles;
• Maintains, completes, and submits required paperwork for TAAF registration;
• Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with participants, staff, parents, fellow coaches, and officials and resolves conflict in a professional manner; 
• Assigns duties to all assistant coaches under his/her jurisdiction;
• Professionally represents the Department and the City in interactions with participants, parents, community, and staff;
• Must verify that all participants have paid their fees and are officially enrolled and documented in the class roster;
• Ensures that medical and safety requirements are adhered to;
• Ensures that appropriate rules and regulations regarding the conduct of athletic activities  and participants are explained and followed;
• Will perform other related duties that is required and assigned.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements
Required to have high school diploma or equivalent GED and/or at least two years related experience. Prior successful experience working in a school setting or coaching student athletes strongly preferred.  Requires the incumbent to hold current valid class “C” driver’s license from the Texas Department of Public Safety with a satisfactory driving record

Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of safety hazards and necessary safety precautions sufficient to be able to establish a safe environment for track program participants. Knowledge of basic fundamentals and techniques of athletics, fitness, cultural/social activities and/or arts and crafts sufficient to be able to perform a variety of duties related to the work assignment. Knowledge of inventory techniques sufficient to be able to maintain an adequate level of supplies. Knowledge of the techniques, principles and regulations of recreation, day care and sports programs. Knowledge of lead work principles and practices sufficient to be able to establish priorities, assign and review work and resolve problems. 

Abilities – Develop and administer track programs suited to the needs of the community; Plan, organize, coordinate, and direct the development and implementation of track programs; Analyze, interpret, and explain section policies and procedures; supervise and train program participants; Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the working environment and with those contacted in the course of work.

AAP/EEO Statement 
The City of Pharr is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) the City of Pharr will provide reasonable accommodations, upon reasonable request, to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

 

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.