Riverside High School - Head Boys Basketball Coach

Riverside High School - Head Boys Basketball Coach Milwaukee Public Schools United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee 5225 West Vliet Street (Show on map) May 19, 2026 Job Summary I. Organizes the program A.Recruits students for participation within MPS guidelines. B.Conducts orientation meetings at feeder schools in conjunction with other head coaches. C.Establishes season goals and evaluates the season in conjunction with the athletic director. D.Conducts organizational meetings with athletes and assistant coaches. E.Establishes practice times for all squads in conjunction with the athletic director. F.Arranges for practice facilities and practice with squad II. Coaches during practices and games A.Attends all scheduled varsity games and coaches the varsity squad. III. Maintains a safe environment during practices and games A.Makes certain there is a first aid kit available at all times and establishes rules of safety B.Supervises the locker room before and after practice. C.Prepares accident reports and submits them to the proper authorities. D.Keeps emergency notification records for all athletes readily available and notifies the proper individuals in case of accident or injury to an athlete. E.Maintains current knowledge regarding the extent of any athletic injury and rehabilitation of the athlete. F.Supervises players on bus to and from athletic contests by riding the bus. IV.Scheduling A.Works with the Interscholastic Athletics Office in determining a conference schedule. B.Establishes non-conference schedules, and any sub-varsity schedule as necessary. C.Contracts officials for non-conference and sub-varsity contests as necessary. D.Determines transportation needs for all squads in accordance with existing policy and submits properly completed forms to the athletic director E.Other duties as assigned.

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Works under the direction of the Athletic Director at their school Position Summary Head coach is responsible for the entire high school program in his/her sport. He/she directs assistant coaches, establishes goals, and evaluates the program on a yearly basis. He/she advises the athletic director regarding budgetary needs, enforces all MPS rules, conference rules and WIAA rules for athletes. Maintains a safe environment during practices and contests, establishes an award system in conjunction with the athletic director, recruits athletes, promotes his/her sport within the school and the community, assists with the selection of assistant coaches and is knowledgeable of current sport rules. Job Requirements

• Able to meet the scheduling needs required for this position.
• Access to reliable transportation. Preferred Experience
• Previous work experience with high school students, coaches
• Experience organizing and/or leading sports activities.
• CPR/First Aid training/certification. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
• Ability to effectively communicate with participants, parents, and staff.
• Ability to foster positive working relationships.
• Ability to participate interactively with a diverse group of youth
• Ability to work with groups of 20 or more young adults at a time.

Working Environment This environment includes walking, climbing, standing for long periods of time, and possible loud noises when exposed to activities on a playfield or similar environment. Staff will be required to assist/supervise groups of adults as well as assist in the accommodation of adults with disabilities (within parameters of provided training).