Head Football Coach - High School (2026-27 SY)

General Statement of Duties The head coach is responsible for managing the overall program, including planning practices and games, overseeing team equipment, recruiting and selecting players, preparing and implementing game strategies, and promoting teamwork and sportsmanship.Essential DutiesEssential Duties:Compliance: Adheres to HCPS and Virginia High School League (VHSL) regulations, including eligibility requirements and safety standards.Team Management: Organizes team logistics, such as transportation, equipment, uniforms, and schedules for practices and games.Player Recruitment: Evaluates and selects student-athletes through tryouts, assessing their skills and potential fit for the team.Player Evaluation: Assesses both individual and team performance throughout the season, providing constructive feedback.Communication: Maintains open lines of communication with athletes, parents, and school officials regarding schedules, expectations, and team updates.Accountability: Keeps the school athletic director (AD) informed about all aspects of the athletic program's development and management.Assistant Coach Oversight: Selects, trains, and evaluates assistant coachesFundraising and Fiscal Management: Organizes fundraising activities and manages the team' budget in accordance with county and district regulations and policies.Professional Development: Seeks opportunities for training and education to stay current on coaching strategies, techniques, and regulations.Minimum QualificationsDemonstrated experience as a coach.Previous experience working with public school student-athletes.Extensive knowledge of the sport, with a current understanding of coaching techniques and strategies.Strong leadership and organizational skills, effective communication abilities, and the capacity to mentor and motivate student-athletes.Coaches with prior college experience are strongly encouraged to apply.Additional InformationMinimum Stipend - $4,860.04/SeasonHow To ApplyTo be considered for this vacancy, you should upload an updated coaching resume to our online recruiting platform at henricoschools.us/careers/.Mailing Address: Henrico County Public SchoolsDepartment of Human ResourcesP. O. Box 231203820 Nine Mile RoadHenrico, VA 23223HCPS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Minimum SalaryMaximum SalaryCurrency USDMain Organization Public SchoolsPublic SchoolsEmployment Status Hourly/TemporaryHourly/TemporaryAmount of Travel