Head Coach - Volleyball 2024/2025

Job Description JOB DESCRIPTION Yuma Union High School District #70 Head Coach - Out of District Purpose Statement: The position of Head Coach is done for the purpose/s of implementing the athletic program for assigned sport(s) in accordance with applicable rules and regulations; providing supervision of other coaching personnel; providing supervision of students during all aspects of the program; using sound instructional techniques in overseeing program activities; serving as a positive role model to student athletes; and serving in a liaison capacity for the school and program with other schools both within and/or outside the district, to the community, and to various organizations.
Individuals in this job classification are assigned to a position for assigned sport(s) and oversees all aspects of the respective athletic program(s).
Essential Functions: Assesses student athletes for the purpose of providing feedback to students on their individual performance and/or determining team placement.
Develops team and individual practice regimes for student athletes (e.
g.
strength, speed, agility, nutritional, injury prevention, etc.
) for the purpose of enhancing and improving their performance.
Develops game strategies/plans (e.
g.
analyzes opponent strengths and weaknesses, analyzing athlete abilities, creating plays/strategies, etc.
) for the purpose of preparing the team and individual student athletes for the competition.
Guides other coaching personnel as may be appropriate in instructional techniques, organization of practices, supervision guidelines and responsibilities, etc.
for the purpose of providing guidance and mentoring.
Identifies program needs for the purpose of providing recommendations of expenditures for activities, equipment, supplies, etc.
that will enhance the assigned athletic program.
Implements practice schedules and related events (e.
g.
usage of facilities and equipment, staff assignments, et.
) for the purpose of ensuring efficient program operation.
Instructs student athletes for the purpose of promoting individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Follows district and site procedures and policies; follows the district Athletic Handbook and Code; adheres to the Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA).
Oversees assistant coaches, student managers, volunteers, etc.
for the purpose of providing direction and monitoring activities.
Responds to inquiries of students, parents, other school personnel, media representatives, college representatives, etc.
for the purpose of providing information, assistance and/or direction.
Keeps their school athletic director informed when issues arise that impact the schools athletic program (e.
g.
liability concerns, parent concerns, etc.
).
Provides appropriate and prudent supervision for all athletes and students involved in the program.
Maintains high standards of personal conduct.
Coaches should serve as role models for their athletes.
Ensures that all coaches involved with their program, whether paid or volunteer are cleared through the YUHSD Human Resources Department.
Other Functions: Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director, Principal or other appropriate administrator.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: SKILLS are required to adapt to changing work priorities; administering first aid; applying pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or regulations; coordinating activities with other schools, districts and/or agencies; organizing and communicating information and concepts.
KNOWLEDGE is required for community support organizations and public relations; equipment used in activity/program; injury prevention and appropriate treatment protocols; pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or regulations; participant eligibility, attendance and discipline guidelines; public relations protocols; relevant professional standards and practices; and safety practices and procedures.
ABILITY is required to communicate with persons of varied educational and cultural backgrounds; dealing with frequent interruptions; exhibiting strong leadership; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; modeling sportsmanship and enforcing sportsmanlike behavior among students; motivating participating student athletes; providing a firm, fair, and consistent discipline approach; providing leadership, direction, and team building; traveling to off campus athletic events; traveling to off campus competitions; and working extended hours that may include evenings and/or weekends.
Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job functions.
There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services.
Working Environment: The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: Duties are normally performed in a school environment or outdoors.
Duties may be occasionally performed on field trips away from school.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Experience: Job Related Experience Education: - Required Testing: - Certificates & Licenses: Must hold appropriate certification Drivers License & Evidence of Insurability NFHS - Fundamentals of Coaching Concussion in Sports CPR & First Aid certified Continuing Educ.
/Training: As Needed Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance FLSA Status: Approval Date: Salary Range Non Exempt Varies Primary Location Cibola High School, Yuma, AZ Salary Range $3,945.
00 / Stipend Shift Type Part-Time