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Head Track and Field Coach jobs are open across universities, community colleges, high schools, and club programs, at every level from assistant to head and program director, with specializations in sprints, distance, throws, and jumps. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Head Coach Festival Sports Track and Field
Location: Shea Middle School
Temporary
FTE: 1.0
Season Dates: 11/2/2026 - 12/5/2026
Salary: $1,389.00
Head Coach
**ALL COACHES MUST BE A DISTRICT APPROVED VOLUNTEER. PLEASE ALSO APPLY FOR
Chaperone /Community Volunteer/Volunteer Coach
Purpose Statement
The job of Head Coach is done for the purpose/s of designing and implementing the athletic program for assigned sport(s) in accordance with applicable rules and regulations; providing supervision of other coaching personnel; providing supervision of students during all aspects of the program; using sound instructional techniques in overseeing program activities; serving as a positive role model to student athletes; and serving in a liaison capacity for the school and program with other schools both within and/or outside the district, to the community, and to various organizations. Individuals in this job classification are assigned to a position for assigned sport(s) and oversees all aspects of the respective athletic program(s).
This job reports to Athletic Director
Essential Functions
- Assesses student athletes for the purpose of providing feedback to students on their individual performance and/or determining team placement.
- Attends a variety of meetings, workshops, conferences, etc. for the purpose of receiving and conveying information related to their role.
- Conducts a variety of supporting activities (e.g. parent orientations, recognition events, banquets, etc.) for the purpose of providing information regarding the program and/or recognizing participants’ accomplishments.
- Develops team and individual practice regimes for student athletes (e.g. strength, speed, agility, nutritional, injury prevention, etc.) for the purpose of enhancing and improving their performance.
- Develops game strategies/plans (e.g. analyzes opponent strengths and weaknesses, analyzing athlete abilities, creating plays/strategies, etc.) for the purpose of preparing the team and individual student athletes for the competition.
- Guides other coaching personnel as may be appropriate in instructional techniques, organization of practices, supervision guidelines and responsibilities, etc. for the purpose of providing guidance and mentoring.
- Identifies program needs for the purpose of providing recommendations of expenditures for activities, equipment, supplies, etc. that will enhance the assigned athletic program.
- Implements practice schedules and related events (e.g. usage of facilities and equipment, staff assignments, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring efficient program operation.
- Instructs student athletes for the purpose of promoting individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
- Maintains a variety of records (e.g. game/student athlete statistics, insurance, signed permission forms, emergency information, schedules, equipment inventories, etc.) for the purpose of complying with district, athletic conference, state requirements, and/or report scores and strategies to local news media.
- Monitors student athletes’ academic eligibility for the purpose of both complying with AIA requirements as well as providing appropriate intervention (e.g. counseling, tutoring, etc.) to students identified as needing assistance to maintain their athletic eligibility.
- Oversees assistant coaches, student managers, volunteers, etc. for the purpose of providing direction and monitoring activities.
- Promotes athletic program through a variety of activities (e.g. conducts off-season clinics, information on skill-camps, attends community meetings, etc.) for the purpose of increasing interest and participation.
- Responds to inquiries of students, parents, other school personnel, media representatives, college representatives, etc. for the purpose of providing information, assistance and/or direction.
- Keeps their school athletic director informed when issues arise that impact the school’s athletic program (e.g. liability concerns, parent concerns, etc.).
- Provides appropriate and prudent supervision for all athletes and students involved in the program.
- Explains and discusses the PVUSD Athletic Code of Conduct with all athletes in their program.
- Maintains high standards of personal conduct. Coaches should serve as role models for their athletes.
- Ensures that all coaches involved with their program, whether paid or volunteer are cleared through the PVUSD Human Resources Department.
Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to adapt to changing work priorities; administering first aid; applying pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or regulations; coordinating activities with other schools, districts and/or agencies; organizing and communicating information and concepts; and overseeing financial transactions.
KNOWLEDGE is required for community support organizations and pubic relations; equipment used in activity/program; injury prevention and appropriate treatment protocols; pertinent laws codes, policies, and/or regulations; participant eligibility, attendance and discipline guidelines; public relations protocols; relevant professional standards and practices; and safety practices and procedures.
ABILITY is required to communicate with persons of varied educational and cultural backgrounds; dealing with frequent interruptions; exhibiting strong leadership; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; modeling sportsmanship and enforcing sportsmanlike behavior among students; motivating participating student athletes; providing a firm, fair, and consistent discipline approach; providing leadership, direction, and team building; traveling to off campus athletic events; traveling to off campus competitions; and working extended hours that may include evenings and/or weekends.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.
Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.
Experience: Job related experience is required.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Equivalency:
Required Testing Certificates and Licences Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate or
Valid Arizona Substitute Certificate or
NFHS Level 2 Certificate (National Federation of State High Schools)
Continuing Educ. / Training Clearances
Criminal Background Clearance
IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
FLSA Status
Non Exempt
Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), or Title II of the Genetic Information NonDiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) may contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.
Head Coach Festival Sports Track and Field
Location: Shea Middle School
Temporary
FTE: 1.0
Season Dates: 11/2/2026 - 12/5/2026
Salary: $1,389.00
Head Coach
**ALL COACHES MUST BE A DISTRICT APPROVED VOLUNTEER. PLEASE ALSO APPLY FOR
Chaperone /Community Volunteer/Volunteer Coach
Purpose Statement
The job of Head Coach is done for the purpose/s of designing and implementing the athletic program for assigned sport(s) in accordance with applicable rules and regulations; providing supervision of other coaching personnel; providing supervision of students during all aspects of the program; using sound instructional techniques in overseeing program activities; serving as a positive role model to student athletes; and serving in a liaison capacity for the school and program with other schools both within and/or outside the district, to the community, and to various organizations. Individuals in this job classification are assigned to a position for assigned sport(s) and oversees all aspects of the respective athletic program(s).
This job reports to Athletic Director
Essential Functions
- Assesses student athletes for the purpose of providing feedback to students on their individual performance and/or determining team placement.
- Attends a variety of meetings, workshops, conferences, etc. for the purpose of receiving and conveying information related to their role.
- Conducts a variety of supporting activities (e.g. parent orientations, recognition events, banquets, etc.) for the purpose of providing information regarding the program and/or recognizing participants’ accomplishments.
- Develops team and individual practice regimes for student athletes (e.g. strength, speed, agility, nutritional, injury prevention, etc.) for the purpose of enhancing and improving their performance.
- Develops game strategies/plans (e.g. analyzes opponent strengths and weaknesses, analyzing athlete abilities, creating plays/strategies, etc.) for the purpose of preparing the team and individual student athletes for the competition.
- Guides other coaching personnel as may be appropriate in instructional techniques, organization of practices, supervision guidelines and responsibilities, etc. for the purpose of providing guidance and mentoring.
- Identifies program needs for the purpose of providing recommendations of expenditures for activities, equipment, supplies, etc. that will enhance the assigned athletic program.
- Implements practice schedules and related events (e.g. usage of facilities and equipment, staff assignments, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring efficient program operation.
- Instructs student athletes for the purpose of promoting individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
- Maintains a variety of records (e.g. game/student athlete statistics, insurance, signed permission forms, emergency information, schedules, equipment inventories, etc.) for the purpose of complying with district, athletic conference, state requirements, and/or report scores and strategies to local news media.
- Monitors student athletes’ academic eligibility for the purpose of both complying with AIA requirements as well as providing appropriate intervention (e.g. counseling, tutoring, etc.) to students identified as needing assistance to maintain their athletic eligibility.
- Oversees assistant coaches, student managers, volunteers, etc. for the purpose of providing direction and monitoring activities.
- Promotes athletic program through a variety of activities (e.g. conducts off-season clinics, information on skill-camps, attends community meetings, etc.) for the purpose of increasing interest and participation.
- Responds to inquiries of students, parents, other school personnel, media representatives, college representatives, etc. for the purpose of providing information, assistance and/or direction.
- Keeps their school athletic director informed when issues arise that impact the school’s athletic program (e.g. liability concerns, parent concerns, etc.).
- Provides appropriate and prudent supervision for all athletes and students involved in the program.
- Explains and discusses the PVUSD Athletic Code of Conduct with all athletes in their program.
- Maintains high standards of personal conduct. Coaches should serve as role models for their athletes.
- Ensures that all coaches involved with their program, whether paid or volunteer are cleared through the PVUSD Human Resources Department.
Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to adapt to changing work priorities; administering first aid; applying pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or regulations; coordinating activities with other schools, districts and/or agencies; organizing and communicating information and concepts; and overseeing financial transactions.
KNOWLEDGE is required for community support organizations and pubic relations; equipment used in activity/program; injury prevention and appropriate treatment protocols; pertinent laws codes, policies, and/or regulations; participant eligibility, attendance and discipline guidelines; public relations protocols; relevant professional standards and practices; and safety practices and procedures.
ABILITY is required to communicate with persons of varied educational and cultural backgrounds; dealing with frequent interruptions; exhibiting strong leadership; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; modeling sportsmanship and enforcing sportsmanlike behavior among students; motivating participating student athletes; providing a firm, fair, and consistent discipline approach; providing leadership, direction, and team building; traveling to off campus athletic events; traveling to off campus competitions; and working extended hours that may include evenings and/or weekends.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.
Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.
Experience: Job related experience is required.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Equivalency:
Required Testing Certificates and Licences Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate or
Valid Arizona Substitute Certificate or
NFHS Level 2 Certificate (National Federation of State High Schools)
Continuing Educ. / Training Clearances
Criminal Background Clearance
IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
FLSA Status
Non Exempt
Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), or Title II of the Genetic Information NonDiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) may contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in head track and field coach jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in kinesiology, physical education, or a related field
- Demonstrated head or assistant coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level
- Current USATF or NFHS coaching certification
- Experience recruiting and developing student-athletes at the appropriate competitive level
- Knowledge of NCAA, NJCAA, or state high school athletic association eligibility rules
- Ability to manage event-specific assistant coaches and coordinate a full program schedule
Tips for Your Head Track and Field Coach Job Search
Tailor your resume to each level
College programs want to see recruiting metrics and conference championships. High school programs prioritize athlete development and eligibility compliance. Reframe your bullet points for each setting so your experience reads as directly relevant to the hiring committee reviewing it.
List your certifications prominently
USATF and NFHS coaching certifications are screened early in many applicant review processes. Put them in a dedicated section near the top of your resume, not buried in a skills list, so they clear automated screening before a human ever reads your application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists head track and field coach openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target programs in your event specialty
If your coaching background is in throws or jumps, search for programs that have produced athletes in those events. A program with a known gap in an event area is more likely to prioritize your specialty than one with an established coach already in that role.
Prepare a recruiting philosophy statement
College head coach interviews almost always include questions about how you identify and attract athletes. Write a concise two-to-three paragraph statement on your recruiting philosophy before your first interview, so your answer is specific and not improvised on the spot.
Follow up after the interview with specifics
A generic thank-you note rarely stands out in athletic department hiring. Reference one specific topic from your interview, such as a training methodology discussion or a program need you addressed, to remind the committee why your background fits their situation.
Head Track and Field Coach Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most head track and field coachs?
The companies hiring the most head track and field coachs right now include Guilford County Schools, Delaware Schools Consortium, and Broward County Public Schools, with the largest share of openings in North Carolina, Massachusetts, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. High schools and two-year colleges typically account for a significant portion of active openings at any given time.
How many head track and field coach jobs are remote?
About 8% of head track and field coach openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of practice and competition. Administrative duties such as recruiting outreach, scheduling, and compliance reporting are the sub-functions most likely to be performed off-site or on a flexible basis.
How do you become a head track and field coach?
Start by earning a degree in kinesiology, physical education, or sports science, then gain hands-on experience as a volunteer or assistant coach at any competitive level. Obtain a USATF or NFHS coaching certification to meet common employer requirements. Build a record of athlete development across at least one or two event groups, then apply for head positions at programs that match your competitive background and event expertise.
Can you get hired as a head track and field coach with little experience?
Some smaller high school programs and club programs do hire first-time head coaches if the candidate has strong event knowledge and personal competitive background. Volunteering as an assistant, running a youth clinic, or taking on a part-time club role builds the program management experience that separates candidates with limited titles from those who can demonstrate they have led athletes through a full season.
What does the head track and field coach interview process look like?
Most programs begin with a phone or video screening with a human resources contact or athletic director, followed by an in-person interview with a panel that often includes the athletic director, faculty representatives, and sometimes current athletes or boosters. Candidates are typically asked about their recruiting philosophy, athlete development approach, event-group expertise, and how they handle eligibility and compliance. Some programs request a coaching presentation or practice plan as part of the final round.
Where can I find and apply to head track and field coach jobs?
You can find and apply to head track and field coach jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from programs across the United States. Find roles that match your event background and coaching level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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