Trap Shooting Club Coach - Centennial

The Ankeny Community School District (CSD) is renowned for its excellence across academics, athletics, the arts, and various activities. Situated in central Iowa, just 6 miles from Des Moines, Ankeny CSD caters to over 12,800 students from preschool through 12th grade, making it the 7th largest district in the state. With a strong reputation for its commitment to student success and a competitive salary and benefits package, Ankeny CSD is a standout choice for both educators and families seeking a high-quality educational environment.

JDE: 6.00.W

Trap Shooting Club Coach

Purpose Statement
The Trap Shooting Club Coach is responsible for the overall leadership, organization, and development of the trap shooting club in alignment with the mission and core values of the Ankeny Community School District. Responsibilities include planning and coordinating practices, developing student skills, preparing participants for competitions, mentoring students, organizing camps and skill-building opportunities, and collaborating with other club sponsors to provide a positive and engaging club experience. The Club Coach ensures activities are conducted in accordance with district policies, applicable conference and state association rules and regulations, and established safety requirements while promoting sportsmanship, responsibility, teamwork, and personal growth. 

Job Title: Trap Shooting Club Coach

Reports To: Activities Director

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt (Stipend)

Qualifications:

• Possess a valid certification through the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) or another recognized target shooting organization.
• Previous experience coaching or leading a trap shooting or similar youth sports program preferred.
• Previous experience supervising student participants, assistant coaches, or program volunteers preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of trap shooting techniques, competition rules, range procedures, and applicable firearm safety practices.
• Ability to effectively instruct, mentor, and supervise student participants while promoting safety, sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth.
• Ability to coordinate practices, prepare participants for competition, and organize club activities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, remain calm under pressure, and prioritize participant safety in all club activities.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, coaches, volunteers, district personnel, and external program representatives.
• Ability to maintain a positive, inclusive, and respectful club environment.
• Ability to follow district policies, program requirements, and applicable state association and safety regulations.

Essential Functions

Program Leadership & Ongoing Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and oversee club activities in alignment with the mission, core values, and policies of the Ankeny Community School District.
• Establish program goals, schedules, and expectations that support student participation, skill development, sportsmanship, and personal growth.
• Maintain current knowledge of trap shooting techniques, competition rules, safety practices, and applicable district and state association requirements.
• Participate in relevant clinics, workshops, training, and professional development to maintain coaching knowledge and program effectiveness.
• Coordinate the selection, inventory, care, maintenance, and storage of club equipment and supplies.
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents/guardians, district personnel, program representatives, and other coaches regarding club activities, schedules, expectations, and concerns.
• Ensure club activities comply with district policies, applicable program requirements, and established safety procedures.

Preseason Responsibilities

• Coordinate student registration and verify that required participation forms, permissions, eligibility requirements, and safety certifications are completed before participation.
• Communicate club expectations, schedules, participation requirements, safety procedures, and applicable district policies to students and parents/guardians.
• Coordinate practice and competition schedules, transportation arrangements, and other logistical needs with the Activities Director and appropriate district personnel.
• Verify that required emergency contact information, medical information, and emergency response procedures are in place.
• Inspect equipment and confirm that appropriate facilities, equipment, and safety resources are available before activities begin.
• Establish expectations for student conduct, sportsmanship, attendance, and safe handling of firearms and equipment.

During-Season Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate regular practices and club activities that develop student skills, promote safe participation, and prepare students for competition.
• Provide instruction and supervision consistent with student skill levels, established safety standards, and applicable competition rules.
• Enforce safety procedures, range rules, district policies, and program expectations consistently.
• Monitor student participation, conduct, and progress while fostering a positive, respectful, and inclusive club environment.
• Coordinate competition entries, schedules, travel arrangements, and related logistics with the Activities Director, families, and applicable program organizations.
• Supervise students during practices, competitions, and club-sponsored activities, including travel and off-site events as assigned.
• Respond appropriately to injuries, emergencies, safety concerns, and behavioral issues in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of participation, attendance, competition results, incidents, and other required program information.
• Communicate relevant program updates, schedules, expectations, and concerns to students, parents/guardians, and district personnel.
• Monitor the condition and use of equipment and facilities and report maintenance needs, damage, or safety concerns promptly.
• Represent the District and club in a professional manner at practices, competitions, and other program activities.

End-of-Season Responsibilities

• Coordinate the collection, inspection, cleaning, storage, and inventory of club equipment and supplies.
• Review the season's activities, student participation, competition results, safety practices, and overall program effectiveness.
• Maintain and submit required participation records, competition results, equipment inventories, and other documentation to the Activities Director.
• Identify opportunities to improve student experiences, program operations, safety procedures, equipment, and facilities.
• Provide recommendations regarding future schedules, equipment purchases, program needs, and other improvements to the Activities Director.
• Communicate end-of-season information and expectations to students, parents/guardians, and appropriate district personnel.

Other Functions

• Collaborate with district administrators, staff, families, community members, and external program representatives to coordinate club activities and support student participation.
• Demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to independently manage club responsibilities within established district policies, procedures, and expectations.
• Establish and maintain positive, professional relationships through effective communication, collaboration, and coordination with students, parents/guardians, district personnel, and program partners.
• Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive student and family information in accordance with district policies and applicable laws.
• Participate in required district meetings, training, professional development, and special events related to club responsibilities.
• Communicate program needs, concerns, and recommendations to the Activities Director and other appropriate district personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Activities Director or Superintendent.

Working Environment

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
The usual and customary methods of performing the position functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, and standing. Work is performed in a variety of environments, including event settings that may involve noise, crowds, and variable temperatures. This position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain effective decision-making under pressure.

Supervision

Volunteers, student athletes and student managers

Terms of Employment

Pay and work year to be established by the Board.

Clearances

Background Clearance

Evaluation

Job performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with District policies and procedures.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The Ankeny Community School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.