Coaches and Scouts
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports for the primary purpose of competition. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching certifications should be reported in the appropriate teaching category.
- Tasks
- 27 tasks17 core, 10 supplemental
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- Arts, Design, Media & SportsOne of its 45 occupations
- Code
- 27-2022.00SOC 2018: 27-2022
What the work is made of
17 core tasks and 10 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.
Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all
- Task 1. Plan, organize, and conduct practice sessions.Core taskTask 1742Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 2. Provide training direction, encouragement, motivation, and nutritional advice to prepare athletes for games, competitive events, or tours.Core taskTask 20109Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 3. Adjust coaching techniques, based on the strengths and weaknesses of athletes.Core taskTask 1747Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 4. Instruct individuals or groups in sports rules, game strategies, and performance principles, such as specific ways of moving the body, hands, or feet, to achieve desired results.Core taskTask 1750Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 5. Plan strategies and choose team members for individual games or sports seasons.Core taskTask 1745Rated by 107 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 6. Monitor the academic eligibility of student athletes.Core taskTask 20117Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 7. Counsel student athletes on academic, athletic, and personal issues.Core taskTask 20115Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 8. Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of opposing teams to develop game strategies.Core taskTask 1751Rated by 107 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 9. Coordinate travel arrangements and travel with team to away contests.Core taskTask 20112Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 10. Evaluate athletes' skills and review performance records to determine their fitness and potential in a particular area of athletics.Core taskTask 1752Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 11. Monitor athletes' use of equipment to ensure safe and proper use.Core taskTask 1754Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 12. Keep abreast of changing rules, techniques, technologies, and philosophies relevant to their sport.Core taskTask 1753Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 13. Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations.Core taskTask 1756Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 14. Contact the parents of players to provide information and answer questions.Core taskTask 20111Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 15. Arrange and conduct sports-related activities, such as training camps, skill-improvement courses, clinics, and pre-season try-outs.Core taskTask 1760Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 16. Explain and demonstrate the use of sports and training equipment, such as trampolines or weights.Core taskTask 1758Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 17. Perform activities that support a team or a specific sport, such as participating in community outreach activities, meeting with media representatives, and appearing at fundraising events.Core taskTask 20116Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 18. Plan and direct physical conditioning programs that will enable athletes to achieve maximum performance.Supplemental taskTask 1746Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 19. Identify and recruit potential athletes by sending recruitment letters, meeting with recruits, and arranging and offering incentives, such as athletic scholarships.Supplemental taskTask 20118Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 20. Hire, supervise, and work with extended coaching staff.Supplemental taskTask 20113Rated by 106 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 21. Serve as organizer, leader, instructor, or referee for outdoor and indoor games, such as volleyball, football, and soccer.Supplemental taskTask 1757Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 22. Teach instructional courses and advise students.Supplemental taskTask 20110Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 23. Oversee the development and management of the sports program budget and fundraising activities.Supplemental taskTask 20119Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 24. Develop and arrange competition schedules and programs.Supplemental taskTask 1755Rated by 107 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 25. Keep and review paper, computerized, and video records of athlete, team, and opposing team performance.Supplemental taskTask 20114Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 26. File scouting reports that detail player assessments, provide recommendations on athlete recruitment, and identify locations and individuals to be targeted for future recruitment efforts.Supplemental taskTask 1748Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
- Task 27. Select, acquire, store, and issue equipment and other materials as necessary.Supplemental taskTask 1761Rated by 108 people who do the job, August 2019
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How we copy and credit sources- Published byO*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
- ClassificationStandard Occupational Classification 2018, 27-2022
- LicenseCC BY 4.0Free to copy and reuse, with credit
- Changed by usNothing.
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