Coach I (Assistant) - High School Cross Country

Joseph City USD 2; Joseph City (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Joseph City USD 2 is seeking an Assistant Coach for high school cross country. The role supports the head coach, plans practices, and develops student-athletes both athletically and in confidence. The position is part-time seasonal with duties during the school year and potentially out-of-season training.

Applicants must obtain Arizona coaching certifications and maintain eligibility. The team trains at school facilities and reports to the Activities Director.

Qualifications

• Leadership skills are sufficiently effective to perform assigned duties.
• Communication skills are sufficiently effective to perform assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning, organizing, and directing the assigned sports program.
• Schedules and conducts practices throughout the year.
• Teaches athletes the fundamental skills, theory, and strategy of the sport.
• Leads and organizes out-of-season training.
• Maintains district equipment and uniforms.
• Ensures safety and compliance with NFHS, state and district codes.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Job description

Coach I (Assistant) - High School Cross Country

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Job Details

Job ID: 5913284

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Sep 11, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Assistant Coach -High School

Job Description

Reports To: ActivitiesDirector

Classification: Extra Duty

Status: Part-Time Seasonal

FLSA: Exempt

General Description: Assist the Head Coach in providing leadership to develop and maintain the Joseph City High School sports program as assigned. Support each participating student-athlete in the program in improving skill and most importantly an increased level of self-esteem.

Essential Job Elements:

• Assists in planning, organizing, and directing the assigned sports program.
• Creates an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Assesses skills and assigns team positions.
• Schedules and conducts practices throughout the year.
• Acquire and maintain the necessary coaching certifications for the state of Arizona.
• Teaches athletes the fundamental skills, theory, and strategy of the sport.
• Models good sportsmanship.
• Support and work effectively with supervisors and other staff.
• Coordinate and work cooperatively with other departments and staff as needed.
• Leads and organizes out-of-season training.
• Tracks uniforms and equipment provided to the student-athletes, verifying that all is returned in working order.
• Attends the Blue and Gold Awards Banquet.
• Provide appropriate care for the safekeeping and protection of District equipment, facilities, and other assets.
• Assures compliance with appropriate safety practices and procedures and with applicable federal (NFHS), state (AIA), and district codes, regulations, and requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student, staff, and management-related information.
• Supports with integrity the mission, vision, goals, and positive culture of Joseph City Schools.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Leadership skills are sufficiently effective to perform assigned duties.
• Communication skills are sufficiently effective to perform assigned duties.

Physical Requirements: Frequent standing, walking, moving, sitting, speaking, hearing, reaching with arms and hands, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus. Repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and fingers.

Working Conditions: The employee may regularly work both indoors and outdoors. The noise level in the work environment may be moderate to high. The work environment may vary from extremely cold to extremely hot. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with time constraints and interact with students, other employees, and the public.

Contacts: Staff, students, parents, and the general public.

Please see Salary Schedule: Extra Duty 1 .

Policy:

Joseph City Unified School District No. 2 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, 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), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Superintendent or Business Office.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching