What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wrestling Head Coach position at Oxford School District?
Position Title:Head Athletics/Activities Coach FLSA Status: Exempt Department:Athletics/Activities Reports to:Athletic Director Location:School Salary Scales:Coaches ScalePosition Type:Full-TimeSalary Range:5%-37% of SalaryDescription of Position: Oversees the administration of the assigned Athletic/Activities program which is composed of a number of students. Plan and manage competition strategies for both individuals and the team at events.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain knowledge of and adheres to all district policies, procedures, and expectations regarding athletic programs.
Evaluate if the assigned Athletic/Activities program is responsive to student needs and meets district expectations.
Assume primary responsibility for students during events, practices, or other program related activities.
Adhere to all financial policies of the district regarding the collection and disbursement of money, expenses, and receipts.
Ensure the rules and regulations regarding safety, conduct, and eligibility of activities and students are explained and adhered to.
Serve as a representative of the school district during events, maintaining professional conduct at all times.
Complete and maintain appropriate certification and training hours as required, including all MHSAA requirements.
Work with the Activites Directors to schedule facilities for practices and competition.
Provide guidance and instruction to student athletes and assume responsibility for their safety during school events.
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior, during events.
Provide proper supervision of students during events, practices, and/or other program related activities.
Provide instruction and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in the selected activity.
Develop a regular practice schedule and organize practice time to provide both individual and team development.
Travel with students on the team bus both to and from games.
Enforce discipline policies and emphasize sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles.
Assess player skills and assign team positions.
Maintain a safe environment and facilitiy for students at all times.
Ensure academic, physical, and all other forms of eligibility are met and maintain appropriate records
Maintain eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory and other required records.
Complete eligibility paperwork in a specified time and manner.
Monitor the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met; and encourage student athletes to maintain a high academic standard.
Facilities and Events
Coordinate with Athletic Directors to ensure the proper setup of facilities for all events.
Maintain knowledge of classrooms or gymnasium conditions and report any hazards or concerns to the Activities Directors.
Check and secure all offices, storage rooms, outside doors, and locker rooms after the last student leaves contests or practices.
Ensure all facility lights are turned off at the end of all events.
Monitor and maintain equipment and team uniforms.
Other
Provide leadership and guidance to Assistant Coach(es), and delegate tasks as needed.
Coordinate, plan, and/or participate in special activities to include parent night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Activities Directors, Principal, or other appropriate administrators.
Minimum Qualifications & Education Requirements
Minimum Class "A" Mississippi Teaching License
Required endorsement(s) to be "Highly Qualified"
Head Coaching Experience (preferred).
Ability to obtain a valid CPR/First Aid Card, MS Class B Drivers License with Air Brakes and Passenger Endorsements, and coaching certificate through the National Federation of High Schools.
MHSAA required certificates.
Works well with others from diverse backgrounds.
Focuses on solving conflict; maintaining confidentiality; listening to others without interrupting; keeping emotions under control.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use e-mail, Internet software and word processing software.Last Revised:09/10/2025
Maintain knowledge of and adheres to all district policies, procedures, and expectations regarding athletic programs.
Evaluate if the assigned Athletic/Activities program is responsive to student needs and meets district expectations.
Assume primary responsibility for students during events, practices, or other program related activities.
Adhere to all financial policies of the district regarding the collection and disbursement of money, expenses, and receipts.
Ensure the rules and regulations regarding safety, conduct, and eligibility of activities and students are explained and adhered to.
Serve as a representative of the school district during events, maintaining professional conduct at all times.
Complete and maintain appropriate certification and training hours as required, including all MHSAA requirements.
Work with the Activites Directors to schedule facilities for practices and competition.
Provide guidance and instruction to student athletes and assume responsibility for their safety during school events.
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior, during events.
Provide proper supervision of students during events, practices, and/or other program related activities.
Provide instruction and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in the selected activity.
Develop a regular practice schedule and organize practice time to provide both individual and team development.
Travel with students on the team bus both to and from games.
Enforce discipline policies and emphasize sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles.
Assess player skills and assign team positions.
Maintain a safe environment and facilitiy for students at all times.
Ensure academic, physical, and all other forms of eligibility are met and maintain appropriate records
Maintain eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory and other required records.
Complete eligibility paperwork in a specified time and manner.
Monitor the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met; and encourage student athletes to maintain a high academic standard.
Facilities and Events
Coordinate with Athletic Directors to ensure the proper setup of facilities for all events.
Maintain knowledge of classrooms or gymnasium conditions and report any hazards or concerns to the Activities Directors.
Check and secure all offices, storage rooms, outside doors, and locker rooms after the last student leaves contests or practices.
Ensure all facility lights are turned off at the end of all events.
Monitor and maintain equipment and team uniforms.
Other
Provide leadership and guidance to Assistant Coach(es), and delegate tasks as needed.
Coordinate, plan, and/or participate in special activities to include parent night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Activities Directors, Principal, or other appropriate administrators.
Minimum Qualifications & Education Requirements
Minimum Class "A" Mississippi Teaching License
Required endorsement(s) to be "Highly Qualified"
Head Coaching Experience (preferred).
Ability to obtain a valid CPR/First Aid Card, MS Class B Drivers License with Air Brakes and Passenger Endorsements, and coaching certificate through the National Federation of High Schools.
MHSAA required certificates.
- All employees hired by the school district must pass a criminal background and child abuse registry check.**
Works well with others from diverse backgrounds.
Focuses on solving conflict; maintaining confidentiality; listening to others without interrupting; keeping emotions under control.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use e-mail, Internet software and word processing software.Last Revised:09/10/2025