Wrestling – Head Coach

The Head Athletic Coach will supervise the athletic program for which assigned and coach the varsity team of his/her school. The Head Coach will direct programs which will instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, safety procedures and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Has a thorough knowledge of all the Athletic Policies endorsed by the Medford School District Board of Education and is responsible for it's implementation by the entire staff of the program assigned.
• Has knowledge of Oregon School Activities Association rules and regulations as well as Southern Oregon Middle School Athletic Conference Rules; implements those same consistently and interprets them for staff.
• Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels.
• Works to increase morale and cooperation within the school's entire athletic program.
• Knows effective safety procedures in their sport, plans and implements a program of instruction in safe practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the Activities Director in scheduling and providing transportation. Checks the athletic schedule for conflicts and makes necessary confirmations.
• Assists in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled athletic events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times. Coordinates program with maintenance and school employees.
• Is responsible to the principal for compliance with school district, SOMSAC and OSAA requirements concerning physical examinations, parental consent forms, insurance waivers, and academic/residence eligibility.
• Provides proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment and facilities.
• Advises the Activities Director and recommends policy, method, or procedural changes.
• Prepares the annual season summary at the conclusion of the sport season.