Varsity Football Head Coaching Position - Rush County Schools : Job Details

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/CoachingDate Posted: 12/18/2024Location: Rushville Consolidated High SchoolClosing Date: 01/03/2025POSITION: Varsity Football Coach Rushville Consolidated High School QUALIFICATIONS: The Varsity Football Head Coach is responsible for developing and managing all aspects of the high school football program. This includes coaching, leadership, mentoring student-athletes, involved in the youth football program and promoting a culture of teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship, and academic success. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Coaching and Player Development:

• Plan, organize, and oversee all practices, games, and team events.
• Teach fundamental football skills, strategies, and techniques to enhance player development.
• Foster a positive and competitive environment that encourages teamwork, sportsmanship, and growth.
• Develop game plans, playbooks, and strategies tailored to the team's strengths and opponents.
• Evaluate player performance and provide constructive feedback to individual athletes.
• Promote injury prevention and safety by enforcing proper techniques and conditioning.

Program Management:

• Oversee all levels of the football program, including varsity, junior varsity, and feeder programs.
• Recruit, mentor, and supervise assistant coaches to ensure program consistency and effectiveness.
• Coordinate with the Athletic Director regarding scheduling, budgeting, transportation, and equipment.
• Maintain an inventory of football equipment, uniforms, and supplies; ensure proper care and storage.
• Implement and enforce program and school policies regarding behavior, academics, and eligibility.

Student-Athlete Development and Mentorship:

• Serve as a role model, emphasizing character, leadership, responsibility, and integrity.
• Monitor and support the academic progress of student-athletes in partnership with teachers and parents.
• Encourage a healthy balance between academics, athletics, and personal well-being.

Communication and Community Engagement:

• Foster positive relationships with parents, teachers, staff, and the broader school community.
• Promote the football program through community involvement, fundraising, and positive representation.
• Work with booster clubs and school administration to support program growth and success.

Compliance and Professionalism:

• Ensure compliance with all school, conference, and state athletic association rules and regulations.
• Maintain professional development by attending coaching clinics, workshops, and training sessions.
• Uphold high standards of ethical conduct and sportsmanship.

Coaching and Player Development:

• Plan, organize, and oversee all practices, games, and team events.
• Teach fundamental football skills, strategies, and techniques to enhance player development.
• Foster a positive and competitive environment that encourages teamwork, sportsmanship, and growth.
• Develop game plans, playbooks, and strategies tailored to the team's strengths and opponents.
• Evaluate player performance and provide constructive feedback to individual athletes.
• Promote injury prevention and safety by enforcing proper techniques and conditioning.

Program Management:

• Oversee all levels of the football program, including varsity, junior varsity, and feeder programs.
• Recruit, mentor, and supervise assistant coaches to ensure program consistency and effectiveness.
• Coordinate with the Athletic Director regarding scheduling, budgeting, transportation, and equipment.
• Maintain an inventory of football equipment, uniforms, and supplies; ensure proper care and storage.
• Implement and enforce program and school policies regarding behavior, academics, and eligibility.

Student-Athlete Development and Mentorship:

• Serve as a role model, emphasizing character, leadership, responsibility, and integrity.
• Monitor and support the academic progress of student-athletes in partnership with teachers and parents.
• Encourage a healthy balance between academics, athletics, and personal well-being.

Communication and Community Engagement:

• Foster positive relationships with parents, teachers, staff, and the broader school community.
• Promote the football program through community involvement, fundraising, and positive representation.
• Work with booster clubs and school administration to support program growth and success.

Compliance and Professionalism:

• Ensure compliance with all school, conference, and state athletic association rules and regulations.
• Maintain professional development by attending coaching clinics, workshops, and training sessions.
• Uphold high standards of ethical conduct and sportsmanship.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in education, sports management, or a related field preferred.
• Prior coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level preferred.
• Experience in leadership roles within athletics.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of football fundamentals, strategy, and rules.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and mentor student-athletes.
• Commitment to academic and athletic success.
• Proficient in managing staff, budgets, and equipment.

Certifications/Requirements:

• Must possess or obtain appropriate coaching certifications (NFHS).
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass all required background checks and clearances.

Working Conditions:

• Requires evening, weekend, and holiday work for practices, games, and related events.
• Physically demanding, including standing for long periods and physical demonstration of skills.

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually by the Athletic Director and/or Principal based on program goals, team success, and adherence to school policies.