Head Football Coach/Coordinator

Primary Purpose:

Provide leadership and direction for the Everman ISD football program while supporting the overall mission of the district and the athletic department. Develop student-athletes through academic accountability, character, leadership, and athletic excellence. Reports directly to the Athletic Director and collaborates with the district staff, coaches, families, and community to promote student success and program development.

Qualifications:

Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas Educator Certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Coaching techniques, strategies, and procedures
• Ability to instruct and supervise student-athletes and coaches
• Knowledge of University Interscholastic League rules and regulations
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Five years Head Coaching experience, or
• Three years Offensive, Defensive Coordinator experience
• One year administrative experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Planning and Instruction

• Direct and manage all aspects of the football program on all campuses.
• Be involved with the local Everman Youth Association.
• Manage and supervise football activities and use a variety of instructional techniques and media to promote football growth in athletic skills, and teamwork.
• Work with other members of school staff to plan and implement instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.
• Manage and hold accountable junior high football coaches.

Program Management

• Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for football participation.
• Take all actions to protect and ensure the safety of student athletes, equipment, materials, and football facilities.
• Work with the athletic director on implementing football events and scheduling.
• UIL rules and regulations compliance.
• Develop an evaluation system of all football assistants along with plans to encourage growth.

Student Management

• Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions both at-home and on out-of-town trips.
• Work with the Academic Coordinator to have plans in place for college readiness and recruitment.
• Apply and enforce student discipline during football contests, practice sessions, and games in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and athletic handbook.
• Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.
• Oversee the planning and execution of the football athletic banquet and award presentations.
• Establish and maintain open communication with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

Administration

• Compile, maintain, and file all stats, records, and other documents required.
• Make sure all athletic programs are in compliance with UIL.
• Make sure all athletic programs are equally sharing weight room facilities.
• Making sure all athletic programs travel is in order and documented.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Be prepared for administrative duties at athletic contests outside of football season.

Working Conditions

• Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
• Tools/Equipment Used: Athletic equipment, standard office equipment including computer and peripherals and other instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED).
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping.
• Motion: Frequent walking; repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; frequent driving.
• Lifting: Frequently light, and heavy lifting.
• Environment: Work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather) and inside; frequent exposure to noise; frequent districtwide and statewide travel.
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.

Other

• Ensure that football program operations contribute to the attainment of district goals and objectives.
• Participate in professional development activities to maintain current knowledge of district rules, policies, regulations, and practices.
• Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business.
• Maintain punctuality in all areas.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Serve as a positive role model for students.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the supervisor.