26/27 School Year: Head Swim Coach

Qualifications:MUST BE A CERTIFIED MCPS EMPLOYEE Demonstrates and applies current knowledge related to assignment in both games and practices.Presentation of the fundamentalsConditioningGame preparationUtilizes proper first aid techniquesDemonstrates continuous professional growthEffectiveness: In working with students,staff and parentsDiscipline :Firm but fair and consistentCommunication with players: Individual and as a teamConduct: Conduct of team and set an example of self-control and good sportsmanship for players, parents, and spectatorsJob Overview: The Athletic Director shall be directly responsible to the Principal and or Assistant Principal in the performance of all his/her duties. He/she is to assume duties of managing business concerning the athletic program. He/she will assume any other duties the Principal and or Assistant Principal may direct him/her to assume. By accepting the position, the Athletic Director agrees to support and adhere to MCPS Policies and MCPS Athletic Vision and GuidelinesJob Functions:Encourage schedules that are educationally and physically sound for the athlete. Originate contracts with schools and officials that are complete and specific.Hire registered officials when designated to do so and arrange for their comfort and security.Support officials in cases of adverse rulings in the absence of the PrincipalFollow established procedures to maintain contest site condition.Maintain sidelines for exclusive use of players, coaches, officials and approved MCPS administration. Plan and execute spectator control so there is no encroachment on playing space.Refuse admission to any person to MCPS contests who show or has shown lack of sportsmanship.Plan and provide working accommodations for media covering the contest.Become familiar with the district's public relations (PR) philosophy, as well as the PR responsibilities of the Administrator In-ChargeSubmit proper paperwork in a timely manner to the MCPS Central Office and the TSSAA.Maintain clear, accurate and timely communication with the MCPS Transportation services.Overseeing the preparation of playing area:o Timer's clocko Scoreboardo Public address systemo Marking or lining of game area in all sportsProviding for adequate security and Emergency Medical Technician services (according to district policy)o Monitor accessibility and functionality of defibrillator/AED, epi-pen, etc. for games and practiceAccounting for tickets:o Season ticketso Pre-game saleso Sales at gate or dooro Arrange and supervise all ticket-selling or ticket-taking personnel?Oversee equipment and uniform inventoryo Obtain inventory from head coaches and submit to the Principal and or Assistant Principal at the end of the yearo Reconciliation at the end of each seasonOversee concession operationso Purchasingo Sales reconciliationo Recruiting staff volunteers to work eventsArrangements for parking:o Mark school-ground parking areaso Arrange for special parking area for teams, officials, bands, and cheerleaderso Allow for a direct traffic route open at all times to the playing areaArrange for game officials:o Secure substitutes when appropriateo Secure officials for postponed games or matcheso Provide for dressing space for officialso Conform to state association regulation concerning officialsAct as host to visiting team:o Make dressing facilities availableo Communicate with visiting school one (1) week prior to the game or match to ascertain any needs of the visiting team, band, cheerleaders, or school officialsSupervise upkeep of play and practice area:o Continue checks to maintain safety and appearance of the areasCollaborate with head coaches and band directors to arrange game or performance transportationOversee interscholastic athletic participant eligibility:o Maintain files on eligibilityo Monitor filing for eligibility (in accordance with TSSAA and MCPS)Monitor interscholastic athletic participant insurance:o Maintain files on insurance coverage on each participanto File for claimso Acquaint coaches, band directors and participants with requirement for insurance coverage and supervise proper filing for parents' permission forms and physical examinations recordSecure and maintain first aid suppliesResponsible for collaborating with coaches to ensure reports are accurate and submitted in a timely manner:o TSSAA Reportso MCPS district office reportso OtherConsult with principal regarding communication plan for interscholastic athletic programs:o Within schoolo Communityo MediaAttend athletic meetings:o Fallo Wintero Springo TournamentPLEASE VISIT THE MCPS WEBSITE FOR THE COACHING STIPENDS UNDER SALARY SCHEDULES