Head Football Coach

The head football coach is responsible for the planning, organizing, and the direction of the SJSHS football program at all levels as well as for the conduct of athletes in the locker room, at practice, on the bus, and at games. The expectation is that we are developing student athletes, including their character and skills beyond the wins and losses on the field.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Hold organizational meetings for prospective players and encourage potential athletes to participate in football.
• Develop and implement an off-season workout program.
• Assess player’s skills and assign team positions.
• Develop a regular practice schedule and organize practice time to provide both individual and team development.
• Work with the athletic director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition.
• Assign duties to assistant coaches as necessary.
• Coach, evaluate, and instruct players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment and techniques of the sport.
• Observe players during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team development.
• Determine game strategy based on the team’s and opponent’s capabilities utilizing game film.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior and provide proper supervision of athletes at all times.
• Monitor the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met, working with the athletic director.
• Follow established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
• Obtain all required OSAA football trainings and certifications.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of one year competitive football coaching experience at the high school level or higher preferred.
• Desire and ability to work with middle and high school age athletes.
• ODE Type 20 license preferred.