Simley Head Girls Softball Coach

• Responsible for all matters pertaining to the organization and administration of coaching an athletic team
• Assist the student activities and athletics director with hiring, development, and evaluation of assistant coaches.
• Plan and supervise the team to and from all events, practices, and competitions.
• Work with the athletics director and booster club on specific budget requests and spending, as well as, fund raising as needed.
• Plan and implement in-season and out-of-season condition and weight training program with weight training staff.
• Coordinate practice and game schedules with the Athletics Office and coaches from other programs.
• Enforce and model discipline and positive sportsmanship at all times and establish and manage penalties for breach of such standards by individual students.
• Perform other relevant duties regarding the program.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Follow athletic department policy in ordering equipment, uniforms, and supplies for the program.
• Assist Athletics Office to maintain complete and accurate records needed to participate in MSHSL sponsored athletics.
• Prepare and maintain a roster of all team members, including grade level, team level, and positions.
• Report and document with an injury report form all major student injuries immediately to the Athletic Trainer and the Athletics Office.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Has knowledge and background in the specific sport
• Evidence of and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with coworkers, parents, community members, supervisor, and students.
• Ability to receive feedback and adjust accordingly.
• Strong work ethic and dedication to further the benefits of student participation in co-curricular activities.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

Licensing Requirements:
Applicant must possess coaching license or have completed the MSHSL Coaching Certification.

Application Process

• Please send a cover letter, resume, references directly to Will Short the Activities Director via email: shortw@isd199.org
• Interviews will be conducted with candidates that best meet the current needs of the District.
• Review of materials will start immediately.
• The position will be filled on an undesignated time-frame when, and not until, the right candidate emerges.