JIM JOHNSTON
KLAMATH FALLS,OREGON
Summary
Football Coach with over 25 years of expertise in strategic planning, game strategy, and player development, known for pioneering cutting-edge coaching techniques and fostering athlete growth. Demonstrates exceptional communication and motivational skills, consistently driving team success and shaping long-term program goals. Passionate about cultivating a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement, inspiring players to reach their full potential both on and off the field.
Professional managerial candidate with deep understanding of operational excellence and team leadership. Proven ability to drive growth and enhance productivity through strategic planning and effective resource management. Emphasizes collaboration and adaptability to meet organizational goals, showcasing excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Football Coach
Hosanna Christian Academy
08.2014 - Current
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
- Enhanced player skills through focused coaching, personalized feedback, and tailored drills.
- Streamlined administrative tasks for better organization and smoother operation of the football program.
- Collaborated with fellow coaches to exchange ideas, improve practice routines, and share resources.
- Created a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations, following through with consequences, and rewarding hard work or dedication to the team.
- Facilitated film study sessions with players to review game footage critically while identifying areas for improvement and strategizing upcoming opponents.
- Developed game plans that capitalized on team strengths while exploiting opponents'' weaknesses for successful game outcomes.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Partnered with academic advisors to monitor student-athlete academic performance, ensuring eligibility requirements were met while supporting academic goals.
- Enhanced physical conditioning of athletes with specialized exercises designed to maximize performance during games while minimizing fatigue or risk of injury.
- Established a strong presence within the community as an ambassador for the football program through public speaking engagements or networking events.
- Assessed individual skills and physical abilities to make appropriate position assignments.
General Manager
National Fitness Health Club
12.1997 - Current
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
- Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Communicated product quality and market comparisons by creating sales presentations.
- Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures, and sales strategies.
- Fostered positive working environment for all employees by encouraging staff members to voice opinions and concerns without fear of reprisal.
- Organized special events such as charity runs and fitness challenges, increasing community engagement and brand visibility.
- Managed fitness centers, recreation facilities and aquatic programs with emphasis on safety.
- Boosted membership sales by implementing targeted marketing strategies and hosting open house events.
- Demonstrated safe and correct forms for each exercise and piece of equipment.
Personal Trainer
National Fitness and Health Club
04.1998 - 04.2020
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness training methods to inform approach.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
- Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs.
- Developed customized fitness plans for wide range of clients to expand services.
- Created comprehensive fitness programs tailored to needs and goals of each individual.
Head Football Coach
Triad High School
08.2007 - 09.2011
- Developed first time football program at Triad High School
- Promoted football program to administrators, families and community.
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
- Emphasized character development in athletes through teaching responsibility, accountability, hard work, respect for others, leadership skills that extend beyond the field of play.
- Facilitated film study sessions with players to review game footage critically while identifying areas for improvement and strategizing upcoming opponents.
- Developed game plans that capitalized on team strengths while exploiting opponents'' weaknesses for successful game outcomes.
- Created a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations, following through with consequences, and rewarding hard work or dedication to the team.
Head Football Coach
Crusaders Semi Pro
08.1999 - 08.2000
- Developed a winning culture through fostering teamwork, communication, and discipline among players.
- Promoted football program to administrators, families and community.
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
- Managed administrative tasks, such as scheduling, budgeting, and roster management to ensure smooth operations for the football program.
- Promoted a positive image of the football program within the community with regular outreach events and initiatives.
- Mentored players in their academic pursuits to ensure eligibility requirements were met while promoting personal growth beyond athletics.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Scheduled and oversaw robust calendar of practices, special events, and conference games.
- Enhanced player skill development with targeted coaching sessions and personalized feedback.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
Football Coach Defensive Back
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
08.1995 - 08.1996
- Worked with defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
- Emphasized character development in athletes through teaching responsibility, accountability, hard work, respect for others, leadership skills that extend beyond the field of play.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Enhanced player skills through focused coaching, personalized feedback, and tailored drills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Piner High School
Santa Rosa, CA06-1986
Skills
- Game Strategy
- Strategic Planning
- Player Development
- Communication Skills
- Motivational Skills
- Time Management
- Decision Making
- Operations management
- Leadership and team building
- Staff management
- Administrative skills
- Staff development
- Sales development
- Advertising and marketing
- Sales operations
Accomplishments
- Achieved 100:23 record in 25 years.
- Coach of the year 8 times.
- Took 20 years of teams to the state championship.
Customsection - Awards
- 100 Wins/23 Losses
- 8 Time Coach of the Year
- Taken teams to the state championship game for 21 years of coaching
Timeline
Head Football Coach
Hosanna Christian Academy
08.2014 - Current
Head Football Coach
Triad High School
08.2007 - 09.2011
Head Football Coach
Crusaders Semi Pro
08.1999 - 08.2000
Personal Trainer
National Fitness and Health Club
04.1998 - 04.2020
General Manager
National Fitness Health Club
12.1997 - Current
Football Coach Defensive Back
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
08.1995 - 08.1996
High School Diploma -
Piner High School
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