Varsity Cross Country Coach, Central Catholic High School, Pittsburgh

Varsity Cross Country Coach 
 
Mission Statement 
The Central Catholic Promise: To inspire boys to become Men of Faith, Men of Scholarship, Men of Service.
Central Catholic High School, a college preparatory school for boys, is guided by the educational principles of St. John Baptist de La Salle. The school strives to provide a challenging, relevant, and diverse program of studies and extracurricular activities in an environment that fosters a life of faith and learning and develops leaders rooted in the Gospel values of integrity, respect, service, justice, and peace.
Varsity Cross Country Coach Position Overview:  
The Varsity Cross Country Coach will oversee the CCHS cross country program. The Varsity Cross Country Coach oversees and supervises the assistant coaches and athletes.  The Varsity Cross Country Coach coordinates all training, practices, and games while adhering to WPIAL, PIAA, and CCHS rules and regulations.    
Reports to:    
Director of Athletics-Internal Operations/ Director of Athletics-External Operations  (works closely with Principal) Direct Reports:  Assistant Coaches Status:  
Part-time, non-exempt position.
Primary Responsibilities: 

• Oversees the entire cross country program.
• Oversees the Assistant Coaches during training, practices, and meets.
• Coordinates supervision of athletes on buses and in the locker room.  
• Works closely with the Director of Athletics-Internal Operations and the Director of Athletics-External Operations to coordinate practice times and schedules.
• Willingness to practice and conduct meets off campus.
• Willingness to be creative with practice plans and practice sites.  
• Works with team’s booster group to coordinate fundraising events and identify the wants of the team.   
• Coordinates the execution and supervision of summer youth cross country camp if possible.   
• Adheres to WPIAL and PIAA rules and regulations.
• Adheres to Central Catholic High School rules and regulations.
• Works in conjunction with the Administration and the Office of Lasallian Mission and Ministry to promote, educate and instill our Lasallian charism throughout the program.
• Promotes and fosters positive communication with the administration, teachers, coaches, players and families.

In addition to the specific roles and responsibilities noted in the position description, the Varsity Cross Country Coach maybe asked to assist in other activities at the discretion of the Principal, the Director of Athletics-Internal Operations, and/or the Director of Athletics-External Operations.        
Position Requirements: 

• Experience as a cross country or track coach at high school or collegiate level.
• Excellent communication skills with parents and students.
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate with others.
• Strong interpersonal communication with an ability to manage relationships with coaches, school administrators, parents, athletes, and the public.  
• Skilled at providing motivation and direction to assistant coaches and student athletes.
• Must possess administrative, organizational, and financial skills in addition to a thorough knowledge of athletic policy and procedure.
• According to both State and Diocesan requirements, all employees must file Criminal Record, Child Abuse, and FBI clearances with the school.  In addition, new employees must complete the Mandated Reporting training and a Protecting God’s Children session.  

Additional Benefits of Working at Central Catholic High School 

• Opportunity to be a part of a mission driven community.  
• Ranked the top college prep high school in the Pittsburgh region by Niche.  
• Opportunity to be a part of a dynamic team which is in the midst of preparing for the 100^th anniversary of the school.
• Free Parking in Oakland.   
• Professional Development opportunities, both professional and spiritual Resume, cover letter, and 2-3 professional references should be sent to:  

[email protected]
Rick Capretta
Director of Athletics-Internal Operations  
Central Catholic High School
4720 Fifth Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15213
www.CentralCatholicHS.com