What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Varsity Track Coach position at HARDING HIGH SCHOOL?
MARION CITY SCHOOLS
Marion, Ohio
January 6, 2026
SUPPLEMENTAL COACHING VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Anticipated Opening for 2025-2026 Spring Season
Position:
Assistant Varsity Track - Range III– Harding High School
Time Schedule:
Seasonal as determined by the OHSAA
Salary Rate or Ratio:
Salary/Stipend
Reports to:
Extracurricular Activities Director/Designee
Employment Status:
Supplemental Contract
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Description:
To lead, promote, and facilitate student athletes to achieve maximum potential in the chosen activity/sport by instilling ethical values, teamwork and a winning attitude. To assist the head coach in the organization of practices and meetings to teach and promote the fundamentals of the activity/sport.
Qualifications:
• PASP – Pupil Activity Supervisor Permit issued by The Ohio Department of Education, which includes:
-Fundamentals of Coaching
-Concussion Education
-Valid CPR Certification
-First Aide/Health Safety
- A thorough knowledge of the sport/activity that is being taught
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest Training – Lindsey’s Law
- Alternative to the above qualifications as superintendent and/or board of education may find appropriate
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- An thorough knowledge and background of the sport that he/she is coaching
- Ability to work effectively with others
- Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
- Effective, active listening skills
- Organizational and problem solving skills
- Knowledge of child development and an understanding of age appropriate tasks
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Interacts in a positive manner with staff, parents and students
- Establish and maintain cooperative relationships
Essential Functions:
- Exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability and sound judgment
- Respond appropriately to crisis situations (i.e. emergencies, employee/parent concerns)
- Ensure the safety of students
- Set a good moral and ethical example for athletes, the student body, and community
- Work cooperatively with the Head Coach to better the athletic program
- Conduct oneself in an ethical manner during contests and practices
- Assist the Head Coach as directed during practices
- Notify parents of athlete(s) needing medical attention, refer for a physical and keeping records
- Assist in the inventory and dissemination of athletic equipment
- Be present at all practices and ensure that all student-athletes are accounted for after practice
- Cooperate with other sports/coaches to develop a total athletic program
- Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
- Maintain good attendance and punctuality
- Work cooperatively with the teaching staff, administration and parents
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in the compilation of lists to be submitted to the Athletic Director
- Act as scouts when needed
- Attend special events such as pep assemblies, homecoming, and parent's night
- Assist in the decisions regarding athletic awards
- Keep abreast of new techniques and innovations by attending clinics and reading material
- Be able to assist and attend Athletic Booster and Athletic Council meetings
- Promote the program to parents, students, and the community
- Assist in the collection of required student athlete forms, pay-to-participate fees, etc.
- Instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values
- Maintain appropriate licenses/endorsements and training hours as required
- Adhere to all standards established by the Ohio Department of Education for Licensed Educators
- Refer suspected cases of child abuse immediately to the appropriate child protective services/law enforcement agency as mandated by state law and Board of Education policy
- Be able to use athletic software
- Follows Board Policy
- Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach
Equipment Operated:
- First aid kit
- Motor vehicle
- Sport appropriate equipment such as batting cages, golf carts, blocking sleds, goal posts, etc.
- Potential use of technology (computer, cell phone, etc.)
Additional Working Conditions:
- Occasional exposure to bodily fluids
- After school and weekend work
- Requirement to travel both daily and possibly overnight
- Occasional operation of a motor vehicle in inclement weather conditions
- Lift, carry, push, and pull various supplies and materials up to a maximum of 50 pounds
NOTE: The above lists are not ranked in order of importance.
Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the District.
This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor, appointing authority.
Marion City Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer
it is the policy of the Marion City Schools Board of Education that the best-qualified applicant shall be selected for each position without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, political affiliation, disabling or military status. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to participate in activities involved in the position or program for which application has been made.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in being considered for this position, you must apply on the Marion City School’s website prior to 3:30 p.m. on Friday, January 16, 2026. Here is the link to apply
https://marioncityschools.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
If you have questions, contact Extracurricular Activities Director Sean Kearns via email skearns@mcspresidents.org or call 740.223.4634.