• Head Boys and Girls Bowling Coach

    Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District (Waverly, IA)


    Head Boys and Girls Bowling Coach JobID: 621

     

    + Position Type:

     

    Athletics/Activities

     

    + Date Posted:

     

    6/16/2025

     

    + Location:

     

    High School

     

    Reports To: Athletic Director / Building Principal

     

    Position Type:Extra-Curricular / Stipend

    GENERAL PURPOSE

    The success of athletic programs has a direct impact on the public image of the Waverly- Shell Rock Community School District. With high community involvement and expectations, coaches must balance a competitive spirit with the district’s core values of sportsmanship, student well-being, and character development. While performance is publicly visible, the ultimate goal of the athletic program is to build student-athletes of high character, strong mental health, and academic commitment. This role may involve extended hours, injury risk management, and decision-making under pressure. Coaches are expected to apply sound judgment and common sense when situations arise that fall outside explicit policies.

    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

    Program & Policy Implementation

     

    - Understands and enforces all athletic policies approved by the WSR Board of Education.

     

    - Applies district, state (IHSAA/IGHSAU), and conference regulations consistently across the program.

     

    - Follows proper administrative channels for communication, concerns, and grievance resolution.

     

    - Attends relevant department, district, and league meetings.

     

    Staff Leadership

     

    - Establishes a program-wide philosophy, teaching progression, and culture of accountability.

     

    - Guides and mentors assistant coaches, promotes professional development (clinics, certifications).

     

    - Delegates responsibilities, monitors implementation, and evaluates staff at season’s end.

     

    - Maintains high morale and cooperation within the coaching staff.

     

    - Performs other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or building administration. Administrative Duties

     

    - Assists the Athletic Director with scheduling, transportation, and tournament logistics.

     

    - Coordinates facility use with custodial and maintenance staff.

     

    - Collects and verifies physicals, consent forms, and eligibility documentation per state rules.

     

    - Maintains safe equipment and facility standards.

     

    - Provides timely feedback and recommendations for program improvements.

     

    Student-Athlete Support

     

    - Serves as a mentor and role model promoting respect, effort, and integrity.

     

    - Monitors academic progress and behavioral expectations of athletes.

     

    - Maintains a visible and supportive presence at all practices, contests, and travel.

     

    - Distributes training rules, program expectations, and emergency procedures.

     

    - Reports injuries and submits documentation within 24 hours.

     

    - Directs and supervises team managers, statisticians, and support staff.

     

    - Follows due process in disciplinary matters and communicates proactively with families.

     

    - Assists student-athletes with post-secondary athletic and academic opportunities.

     

    Finance & Equipment Oversight

     

    - Collaborates on annual budgeting needs with the Athletic Director.

     

    - Maintains inventory and accountability for all team equipment.

     

    - Issues, labels, stores, and reconditions equipment in a timely and organized manner.

     

    - Monitors access to locker rooms, equipment rooms, and coaches’ offices.

     

    - Inspects facilities pre- and post-event for safety and cleanliness.

     

    - Encourages student respect for school property and personal responsibility for equipment.

     

    - Secures school property (lights, doors, windows) when custodians are not on site.

     

    Public & Community Relations

     

    - Organizes preseason parent/player meetings.

     

    - Promotes the program within the school and community, encouraging multi-sport participation.

     

    - Manages communication with media regarding team performance, schedules, and results.

     

    - Supports positive relationships with booster clubs, youth programs, parents, and officials.

     

    - Helps develop feeder systems in cooperation with community leagues and middle school coaches.

     

    - Upholds the district’s expectations of respectful and responsible use of social media.

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

    - Iowa Coaching Authorization or Coaching Endorsement (BOEE)

     

    - Current certifications: CPR/AED, Concussion in Sports, Heat Illness Prevention

     

    - Strong knowledge of sport-specific rules, techniques, and strategy

     

    - Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities

     

    - Understanding of Iowa high school eligibility and safety requirements

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    - Teaching license or employment in WSR district

     

    - Previous successful coaching experience, especially at the high school level

     

    - Ability to positively engage with a diverse student population and community

     

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