Head Varsity Track and Field Coach at Roman Catholic Welfare Corp Bishop O'Dowd High School

Oakland, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jan, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

16 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Coaching, Leadership, Communication, Team Building, Player Development, Budget Management, Event Planning, Social Justice, Spiritual Guidance, Diversity, Athletic Training, Recruitment, Program Management, Professional Development, Relationship Building, Instructional Methods

Industry

Description

Varsity Track & Field Coach (Part-Time) Seasonal Employee/Coach Bishop O’Dowd High School – Oakland, CA Compensation: $25/hour REPORTS TO: Athletic Director Season Dates: February 9th - June 1st Bishop O’Dowd High School is a Catholic college-preparatory community, guided by the teachings of Jesus Christ, that educates its diverse student body to build a more just, joyful and sustainable world. Charism: Finding God In All Things Calls Us to: Community in Diversity Strength of Character Academic Excellence Kinship With Creation Social Justice Joy The Head Varsity Track & Field Coach leads all aspects of the Bishop O’Dowd High School Track & Field program to ensure the highest quality of spiritual, social, physical and intellectual growth for every Track & Field student-athlete participating in the program. The Head Varsity Track & Field Coach oversees all phases of Track & Field skill development while ensuring the implementation of the school’s mission and core values. As director of the Track & Field program, the Head Varsity Track & Field Coach is responsible for the successful operation of the program as accomplished through the communication and delegation of responsibilities to coaching staff, school support staff, and families. Head Varsity Track & Field Coach Reporting Responsibilities * The Head Varsity Track & Field Coach reports directly to the Athletic Director. The Head Varsity Track & Field Coach is hired, supervised, and evaluated by the Athletic Department in consultation with the Principal. * The Head Varsity Track & Field Coach hires, supervises, evaluates and dismisses coaches in consultation with the Athletic Department. Head Varsity Track & Field Coach Major Responsibilities * Upholds and models a spiritual and moral code consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and Bishop O’Dowd High School’s charism. Integrates the school’s mission and Catholic identity into the coaching-learning process of the Track & Field program. * Serves as the overall leader of the Track & Field program and maintains a clear vision reflecting current trends in coaching and Track & Field skill development. * Ensures and monitors the implementation of current instructional coaching methods to maximize player development. * Facilitates regular coaching staff meetings and assists in creating a professional development plan for coaching staff in consultation with the Athletic Department. * Staffs all levels of the Track & Field program and monitors the effectiveness and success of the entire program through regular meetings with coaching staff and the Athletic Department. * Regularly updates Track & Field program expectations to players and families in consultation with the Athletic Department. * Plans and develops a master practice, game schedule including overnight trips for the Track & Field program in consultation with the Athletic Department. * Manages the day to day schedule with the off campus facilities in regards to practice and meet schedules in consultation with the Athletic Department. * Represents the school at league preseason and postseason Track & Field meetings. * Regularly seeks information from school colleagues about student well-being in order to monitor the Track & Field program’s social climate/culture. * Regularly attends athletic department events and meetings as required. * Participates in the annual review of the Track & Field budget with the Athletic Department. * Ensures compliance with policies, procedures, and bylaws from Bishop O’Dowd High School, West Alameda County Conference, North Coast Section, and California Interscholastic Federation. * Supports academic and ministry programs of the school by encouraging student-athletes to participate in these offerings. * Works in conjunction with the athletic trainers and strength and conditioning coach. * Knowledgeable and experienced in supporting student-athletes in the college recruitment process. * Leads and manages the distribution, collection and organization of all program equipment, uniforms, and related items. * Establishes a team culture that encourages and builds strong relationships * Works to create an environment of care and support for student-athletes * Experience working with students and colleagues of different backgrounds, races, genders and ethnicities APPLICANTS, PLEASE SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING IN ONE PDF/WORD DOCUMENT: * Job application via our website. * Cover letter that includes your philosophy on coaching and developing a multi-level Track & Field program that embraces O’Dowd’s charism and mission. * Rough Outline of a 5 day practice plan (any week during the season) * Detail the practice plan for one of the days of that week * Please describe what a graduating senior from your Track & Field program walks away having learned and experienced. For more information on Bishop O’Dowd High School, please see our website at: www.bishopodowd.org [http://bishopodowd.org/]. Bishop O’Dowd High School is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in its employment policies and procedures. It follows the Diocese of Oakland's policies prohibiting illegal harassment, retaliation or discrimination. However, as a Roman Catholic high school with a stated mission, goals and objectives that clearly reflect the teachings and educational philosophy of the Diocese of Oakland, Bishop O’Dowd High School reserves the right to require all current and prospective employees to commit to carry out their duties and responsibilities in a manner that clearly and unconditionally demonstrates support of and respect for the school’s mission and Catholic identity. Persons who in good conscience are unable to agree to this commitment should not seek or accept employment at Bishop O’Dowd High School. As a faith-based institution, we reserve the right to use religion as a criterion in hiring decisions, as permitted by law, as it relates to performing essential job duties.

Responsibilities

The Head Varsity Track & Field Coach leads all aspects of the Track & Field program, ensuring the highest quality of growth for student-athletes. Responsibilities include overseeing skill development, managing coaching staff, and ensuring compliance with school policies.