ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Tasks Descriptions:

1. Assist with supervising practice sessions to develop sport skills and sportsmanship among student athletes. Ensure student safety before, during, and after all school-sanctioned events, making sure athletes are properly equipped.
2. Attend and assist in monitoring all practices and games.
3. Communicate expectations to athletes, including practice schedules, games, academic performance, respect, commitment, and sportsmanship.
4. Assist with the inventory, security, and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
5. Follow all Laramie County School District #1 guidelines and policies.
6. Support practice schedules, equipment maintenance, locker room supervision, camps, and extra practices. Report discipline issues, safety concerns, and injuries to the head coach, including emergencies requiring medical services.
7. Demonstrate fairness and consistency in decisions and judgments related to participants.
8. Attend mandatory meetings, required trainings, and clinics to stay updated on sport requirements and trends.
9. Adhere to district procedures for building use and field access, including making reservations and caring for district facilities.
10. Attend work and arrive on time consistently.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous coaching experience in basketball preferred.
• Expertise in the fundamental skills, rules, and schemes of basketball.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, OR CERTIFICATIONS:

• Wyoming Professional Standard of Teaching Board (PTSB) coaching endorsement, permit, or transitional permit required.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:

• Strong scheduling, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and demonstrate sportsmanship with athletes, officials, parents, and community members.
• Comprehensive knowledge of basketball.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity in all aspects of the job.
• Commitment to regular and punctual attendance.
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Trustees policies, District policies, and building/department procedures.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse groups of people.
• Recognition of the importance of safety in the workplace and ability to follow safety rules.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of basketball equipment to ensure proper use, maintenance, and safety for student-athletes.
• Proficiency in operating personal computers and other relevant equipment.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE:

• Reports to: Junior High School Administrator
• Direct reports: Assistant Coaches and volunteer coaches
• Responsible for assisting with interviewing, hiring, and training of assistant coaches, and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Responsible for supervising the behavior and well-being of students.