LHS Head Boys Track Coach

Vincennes Community School Corporation Position: Head Boys Track Coach Location: Vincennes Lincoln High School, Vincennes, IN School Year: 2026�2027 The Vincennes Community School Corporation is seeking a dedicated, student-centered leader to serve as the Head Boys Track Coach at Vincennes Lincoln High School. Beginning with the 2026�27 school year, Vincennes Lincoln will become a first-year member of the Western Indiana Conference (WIC).

Members of the WIC for the 2026�27 school year include Cloverdale, Edgewood, Northview, Owen Valley, South Putnam, Sullivan, and West Vigo. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to developing student-athletes both on and off the track while fostering sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, and academic success.

The successful candidate will also support the development of a strong K�12 boys track and field program throughout the corporation.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for the Vincennes Lincoln High School Boys Track and Field program.
• Support and collaborate with youth and middle school track programs to promote vertical alignment in athlete development and program culture.
• Work collectively with all athletic programs to support multi-sport participation and promote a positive, unified athletic culture.
• Organize and supervise practices, meets, conditioning programs, camps, and off-season training opportunities.
• Promote academic achievement and positive citizenship among student-athletes.
• Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, staff, administration, and community members.
• Ensure compliance with all Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) rules and school corporation policies.
• Coordinate training and development across sprinting, distance, jumping, and throwing events while encouraging individual growth and team success.

Qualifications

• Varsity-level coaching experience preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of track and field fundamentals, event training, conditioning, and long-term athlete development.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, families, and community members.
• Appropriate licensure or certification as required by the State of Indiana.
• Completion of all required background checks and coaching certifications. The Vincennes Community School Corporation is committed to providing opportunities for students to grow academically, athletically, and personally. We are seeking a coach who will positively represent Vincennes Lincoln High School and our community while helping lead a competitive, character-driven boys track and field program. Application Process: Interested applicants should apply online at: https://www.applitrack.com/vcsc/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1 Please contact Athletic Director, Chris Lancaster, with questions at lancasterc@vcsc.k12.in.us or 812-882-2257.