Coach
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SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Thorough knowledge of all the Athletic Policies approved by the Burke County Schools Board of Education and is responsible for its implementation by the entire staff of the sports program.
Knowledge of existing school system, state, and conference regulations; implements them consistently and interprets them for staff.
Understand the proper administrative line of command and refer all requests of grievances through proper channels. Awareness of all public/staff/departmental meetings that require attendance.
Provide documentation to fulfill state and system requirements concerning physical examinations, parental consent, and eligibility.
Provide proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment sites.
Provide training rules and any other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant.
Give constant attention to a student athlete’s grades and conduct.
Presence at all practices and games. Provide assistance, guidance, and safeguards for each participant.
Initiate programs and policies concerning injuries, medical attention, and emergencies.
Complete and submit proper paperwork on all disabling athletic injuries to the athletic office within 24 hours.
Direct student managers, assistants, and statisticians.
Accountable for all equipment and/or collection of fees for any lost or unreturned equipment. Arrange for issuing, storing, and reconditioning of equipment and submit annual inventory and current records.
Properly mark and identify all equipment before issuing or storing.
Examine locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on the general cleanliness of the facility. Be responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of specific sports equipment.
Secure all doors, lights, windows, and locks before leaving the building if custodians are not on duty.
Instill in each player respect for equipment and school property, its care, and proper use. Organize parents, coaches, players, and guests for pre-season meetings.
Promote the sport within the school by recruiting athletes who are not in another sports program. Promote the sport outside the school through news media, community recreation programs, or in any other feasible manner.
Responsible for maintaining good public relations with news media, Booster Club, parents, officials, volunteers, and fans.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Must possess administrative and organizational skills in addition to a thorough knowledge of Burke County Schools' athletic policy and procedure as well as the North Carolina Administrative Code and Statutes. Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and the community.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
As applicable, must meet requirements established by the North Carolina High School Athletic Association, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, the Burke County Board of Education, and school administration.
DISCLAIMER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees for this job.