JOB TITLE: Head Middle School Basketball Coach
GROUP: Coach
SALARY: Athletics Salary Schedule
FLSA STATUS: Non - Exempt
WORK DAYS PER FISCAL YEAR: 3 Months
HOLIDAYS: 0
SUMMARY: The Head MS Boys Basketball Coach provides leadership and direction to the middle school boys basketball team, enforcing all rules of the WIAA as they relate to the respective sport, and is responsible for all matters pertaining to the organization and administration of the team.
ABOUT CHIEF LESCHI SCHOOLS: Formerly known as the Puyallup Tribal School, Chief Leschi Schools was founded in 1976 to address the high dropout rate of the youth of the Puyallup tribe. It is the largest of seven tribal schools in the state of Washington and one of approximately 200+ tribal schools in the United States. It is also one of the largest tribal schools to be funded by the Bureau of Indian Education.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
- Plans and conducts all practice sessions
- Maintains a current and accurate squad roster at all times, being sure that it is on file with the athletic director and the building principal
- Assigns duties to the team’s assistant coach and evaluates the assistant coach’s performance in conjunction with the athletic director
- Provides verification of physical exam clearances and parental permission slips on all participating student athletes prior to actual team practices/games
- Accompanies the specified school team to school-sponsored interscholastic competitions at all times and/or assigns at least one coach to be with the squad at all times, including bus transportation to and from practices and games; performs locker room supervision until all squad members have left the building; and ensures that the aforementioned areas are clean and orderly
- Inspects all equipment, oversees the issuance and collection of equipment, and maintains equipment inventory records; advises the athletic director of any equipment that needs repair or certification (All equipment is the responsibility of the coach.)
- Instructs team members regarding proper use of uniforms and equipment (Uniforms and/or equipment are to be worn for school-sponsored sporting activities only.)
- Reports all injuries to the athletic director and fully completes injury report forms within 24 hours of the incident; personally confirms that the athlete is receiving competent medical care and that full reports have been made relative to the injury
- Attends to injured athletes at all times or until a parent is present
- Conducts scouting activities in compliance with applicable school and WIAA policies
- Conducts team staff meetings, to include assistant coaches, and takes charge of all tryouts, practices, team meetings and athletic contests
- Arranges for presentation of team awards through the athletic director and provides a roster with the recommended award winners
- When needing volunteer coaching personnel, submits a written request to the athletic director or the high school/middle school vice principal
- Annually attends a WIAA approved rules clinic for the sport being coached or passes the WIAA approved sports rules test required of officials for the sport being coached. (Note: recommended for coaches directing middle school athletes.)
This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed, while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Is at least 21 years old
Possesses a high school diploma or GED
Holds a valid and current First Aid Certification card or is enrolled in a Red Cross First Aid Card training course
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Has earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major coursework in Physical Education, Coaching or related field; or has three or more years of direct work experience as a coach of a major team sport
Has experience in coaching Native American students
KNOWLEDGE OF:
School board policies and procedures
WIAA interscholastic activities policies and WIAA coaching standards
Skills involved in sport of girls’ basketball
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:Successful criminal background clearance
Successful and/or clear drug screening
ABILITY TO:
Take initiative and work independently
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups in a multicultural and diverse community
Work collaboratively with school and central office administrators, parents, and community members
Demonstrate understanding of and experience with cultural competence
Comply with school board policies and follow administrative procedures
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Athletic Director or designee
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Workplace accommodations may be provided in accordance with CLS Tribal policy.
- Employees may be required to sit or stand for extended periods and perform tasks involving reaching, talking, hearing, bending, stooping, twisting, squatting, kneeling, and fine motor coordination.
- This position may require regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds, with appropriate assistance or equipment as needed.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is primarily performed in an indoor educational environment with moderate noise levels. Employees may work in and/or proximity to classrooms, students, and standard office or instructional equipment. Conditions may vary based on program needs.
SOVEREIGN IMMUNITY NOTICE:
Chief Leschi Schools operates under the authority of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians. Employment is governed by Tribal law and policy and does not create a contract of employment. Nothing in this job description or related materials shall be construed as a waiver of CLS’s or the Tribe’s sovereign immunity.
INDIAN PREFERENCE & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:
Chief Leschi Schools is an equal opportunity employer operating under the authority of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians. Employment decisions are made in accordance with Tribal law, including applicable Indian preference requirements. Chief Leschi Schools provides employment opportunities without unlawful discrimination as defined by Tribal policy and aligns with applicable federal requirements where expressly required under law or the State-Tribal Education Compact. Nothing in this statement shall be construed as a waiver of CLS’s or the Tribe’s sovereign immunity.