Varsity Football Head Coach

ABRHS Varsity Football Head Coach Job Description Established football program in the midst of rebuilding seeking an experienced, innovative, and collaborative Varsity Head Coach to build a strong culture and well-balanced, student-first football program within the Acton-Boxborough Athletic Department. The ideal candidate will serve as a positive role model and motivator on and off the field, exhibiting qualities of leadership, accountability, professionalism, and organizational ability. The Varsity Head Coach must be able to effectively communicate and collaborate with students, administrators, staff, parents, and the community, and should have a thorough knowledge (or willingness to learn) of the athletic policies of the MIAA, NFHS, Dual County League, and Acton-Boxborough Regional School District. Applicants must have a time schedule compatible with that of the high school setting. General duties of the Varsity Football Head Coach are as follows: Develop mentally, physically, and emotionally strong student-athletes within a compassionate and competitive atmosphere Work with the community and local colleges to help develop a strong youth program to support the sustainability of football in the area and the school Provide overall team expectations and objectives, in conjunction with the Director of Athletics Facilitate fair, equitable tryouts consistent with the values of the ABRSD and Acton-Boxborough Athletic Department and promote the vision and philosophy of “Culture, Community, & Competitive Spirit” Understand the proper administrative line of command and refer all concerns and requests through the Director of Athletics Assist in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices, while adhering to scheduled facility times Provide documentation to fulfill state and system requirements concerning physical examinations, parental consent, and eligibility Provide proper safeguards for assignment, maintenance, protection, and inventory of equipment, uniforms, and sites Organize players and families for preseason and postseason meetings Responsible for building and maintaining positive relationships with students, coaches, parents, officials, volunteers, fans, etc. Assist with monitoring student-athlete grades, development, performance, and behavior Communicate with Athletic Trainer concerning injuries and student-athlete playing status Complete ongoing and seasonal evaluation of the overall football program, as well as assistant/sub varsity coaching staff Other duties assigned by the Director of Athletics and/or Building Principal