MCKENZIE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Lane County District No. 68

51187 Blue River Drive

Finn Rock, Oregon 97488

IN - OUT  HOUSE

POSITION VACANCY NOTICE: March 14, 2024           

DUTIES:         

• Supervision of athletes in after school practice and all events.
• Must ride the team bus and be trained to drive the mini bus, if team size permits.
• Responsible for communication with the administration, staff, students, parents and other related persons.
• Act as a positive role model. Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport.
• Assesses player’s skills and assigns team positions.
• Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development.
• Works with the athletics director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition.
• Assigns duties to an assistant coach as necessary.
• Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Observes players, during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement.
• Determines game strategy based on the team’s capabilities.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
• Works with the athletic secretary to monitor the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met.
• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
• Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
• Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Acts as a team representative and promotes the sport by communicating with the news media, booster clubs, service clubs, and other organizations.
• Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
• Works with the athletic director to submit a list of award winners at the end of the season.
• Participates in special activities to include parent’s night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
• Maintains equipment inventory
• Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

*Assistant Coaches hired based on team participation

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Some experience as a basketball coach or assistant coach at the high school or college level preferred.
• At least experience as a player at the High School Level.
• Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills.
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students.
• Must comply with license requirements of the State of Oregon and enjoy working with young people.
• Must have NFHS training before season starts.
• Must complete required online training and certifications required for this sport
• Fingerprinting and criminal history check required.
• CPR/First Aid card required.
• Must be willing to consent to drug and alcohol testing. 

TOTAL SALARY: $1,181-$1,487 depending on experience

BEGINNING DATE: Beginning of Season, TBA

APPLICATION CLOSES: March 22, 2024 or open until filled             

APPLY ONLINE:  https://mckenzieschool.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

CONTACT:

Niki Jones, Executive Assistant

niki.jones@mckenziesd.org

McKenzie School District Office

51187 Blue River Drive

Finn Rock, OR 97488

541-822-3338

Interview by Appointment only.The district reserves the right to fill or not fill this position. 

McKenzie is an affirmative action and equal opportunity, employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. McKenzie is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. ADA: To request a reasonable accommodation, contact Niki Jones at 541-822-3338