Coach

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ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS

Before you begin, please read the job posting below carefully including the Application Requirements specific to this position. Be sure your application reflects experience and education required to meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications listed. Our application guide includes detailed instructions to assist you. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes.

Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the date prior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely.

Job Posting End Date:

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Under the supervision of the Athletics and Activities Manager and building administration, the Interscholastic Athletics Coach organizes and administers the team which he/she coaches. Retired Coaches are hired per BOE Policy 7120 COACHES AND ADVISORS OF HIGH SCHOOL EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy. 

• 45-Day Rule:Due to MSRA regulations, there is a mandatory 45-day waiting period after your retirement date before you can be rehired.

• No education or reference surveys will need to be provided due to being a HCPSS Retiree

• Howard County Public School System retiree

Coaches are hired by recommendations only.If you are selected for the position, your names will be sent to HCPSS Office of Recruitment and Hiring. You will be contacted by the Human Resources office via email from the application system.

• If you are interested in any of these positions, please contact theAAM(Athletics & Activities Manager) for an interview. If you are selected for the position, your names will be sent to HCPSS Office of Recruitment and Hiring.

• Coaches are hired seasonally and are considered temporary employees. Coaches receive no benefits.

• Coaching positions may be paid or volunteer. Paid coaches receive a stipend at the end of the season.

• All coaches (paid and volunteer)

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS 

Submit a streamlined application as a HCPSS Retiree:

• No transcripts required

• No references required

• No resume required

The MD 486 Background check, I-9 process and Fingerprinting will need to be conducted to finalize rehire.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The below list summarizes the job functions, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

• Assists in developing and operating the appropriate rules, regulations and policies governing activities, programs, events and contests.

• Strives to develop in each athlete qualities of leadership, initiative, and good judgment.

• Encourages the highest standards of conduct and scholastic achievement among all athletes.

• Demonstrate a mastery of and continuing interest in coaching principles and techniques through professional development.

• Demonstrates positive human relations skills.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION  

Seasonal Rate of Pay:

Football, Varsity Head Coach    $6,058

Football Assistant                       $4,489

Football, Jr. Varsity                     $4,489

Varsity Coach                               $4,816

Jr. Varsity Coach                         $3,185

Allied Coach                                 $2,577

Volunteer No Pay

Benefits

• HCPSS offers Sick and Safe Leave for eligible temporary employees. Additional information can be located on theHCPSS Websitefor temporary employees.

• Temporary employees are also eligible to participate in the Supplemental Retirement Savings Plans: 403(b).

Pre-Employment Requirements

Professional references will be contacted prior to any offer of employment. Recommended candidates will be required to provide references from current and recent supervisors.

All employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review, pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. In addition, some positions will require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing.

Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the United States. HCPSS participates in E-Verify and does not offer employee sponsorship.

Coaches are hired by recommendations only. Please contact the Athletics & Activities Manager of the school for position related question.

For questions regarding the application process, please contact Temporary Services at [email protected]

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

To request an accommodation during the application or interview process due to a documented disability, please email [email protected].

HCPSS celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. HCPSS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees in providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at HCPSS are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability,  sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, veteran status or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.