Softball Head Coach

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Under direct supervision of the Athletic Director and building principal, conduct a well‑organized, disciplined, and energetic program. Promote good citizenship and community involvement, provide leadership, and oversee all coaching duties delegated to you for an interscholastic program operating under NJSIAA bylaws and regulations. Direct and coordinate all aspects of training, preparation, and planning for athletic competition, fiscal management, and program activities.

• Teacher Certificate
• Coaching experience
• Knowledge of NJSIAA bylaws and regulations

The Head Coach has the duties and responsibilities commonly associated with this position, including (but not limited to) the following, which are performed directly or through proper delegation of authority, within the framework of the general laws of New Jersey, the regulations of the NJ State Department of Education, the policies and rules of the Nutley School District, and the terms of the contract with the Nutley Education Association.

The position is also responsible for duties commonly associated with communication positions, which are performed directly or through proper delegation of authority.

• Provide athletes with team goals, standards of performance, and a code of conduct.
• Promote the general welfare of the team and help student athletes achieve both team and personal goals.
• Interview, hire, and evaluate qualified individuals that best fit the Nutley program.
• Delegate proper authority to all staff members, ensuring they understand their role and job description.
• Organize, prepare, and conduct individual and team practices, training, and competition to prepare for week‑to‑week opponents.
• Direct all aspects, areas, and components of the program (i.e., defense, offense, and various individual positions).
• Coordinate all strategic aspects of the program.
• Represent the program at various school and community events, programs, and responsibilities, including fundraising, student activity groups, parents, media, and public relations.
• Manage daily operations of the program, as well as direct, supervise, and coordinate all administrative aspects.
• Direct various evaluation programs both athletic and academic on a day‑to‑day, week‑to‑week, and season‑to‑season basis.
• Organize and direct proper college recruitment procedures.
• Direct and implement a well‑organized and effective off‑season training program.
• Develop relationships with parents and the community.
• Oversee all aspects of the financial operation of the program.
• Perform miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the sport.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of college recruitment methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of NJSIAA guidelines and regulations.
• Ability to lead and guide high school athletes in the area of specialty.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse community.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management.
• Knowledge of the school, community, and the people who live and work in it.

Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the New Jersey Administrative Code and Board of Education policy.

Performs tasks and assumes responsibilities that may be assigned or delegated by the principal or superintendent.

Proficient in computer applications pertinent to supporting the position.

The physical demands described in this job description represent those that must be met to perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

The work environment characteristics represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.