What are the responsibilities and job description for the Football JV Assistant Coach position at Milton Hershey School?
Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world's best pre-K through 12th grade private schools, where students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided with a cost-free home and a top-notch education. Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey back in 1909, the school is fully endowed with the resources to ensure students thrive. The school has prepared almost 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and is expanding to serve more students.
MHS provides enrolled students with a multitude of opportunities, including numerous athletic options with access to state-of-the-art athletic facilities led by a committed coaching staff. Athletic programs begin in the Elementary and Middle School and culminate to the High School Varsity level. Our program has produced many successful seasons ending with Mid Penn Conference, PIAA District III, and PIAA State Championships. Many athletes also advance to play at the college level after graduation from MHS.
MHS is currently seeking a Football Junior Varsity Assistant Coach for a one-year ancillary position at the High School to assist the head coach with the organization and administration of program year-round to develop athletically and competitively, as well as instilling character so they excel in their sport and in life. Some of the responsibilities are:
- Planning and overseeing all aspects of the sport's program.
- Ensuring the program is competitive and character-building.
- Recruiting students to participate and collaborate with the primary and middle schools to develop talent pipelines.
- Establishing year-round strategies and processes to train & invest in student skill development.
- Creating skill enrichment programs and opportunities.
- Leading all practice sessions and coaching at all games and events.
- Providing exceptional personal coaching and leadership of the players.
- Hiring and maintaining coaching support staff.
- Providing off-season training and workout opportunities for continual development.
- Implementing creative strategies to offset unique circumstances of MHS's programs.
The season begins in August and ends in November. Practices will be generally from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM - Monday through Friday, with some Saturday practices and games. Off-season work is flexible and necessary for this position.
- High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree preferred.
- At least 1 year of successful coaching experience with demonstrated success in establishing a highly competitive program, while also instilling high quality character.
- Must have current knowledge of techniques, rules and regulations, and training theory of the sport.
- Demonstrated ability to lead & inspire diverse youth. Experience working with lower income students preferred.
- Demonstrated exceptional organizational and planning skills.
- Candidates should be eager to build the program & invest in student talent development year-round.
- Candidates should demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all MHS staff are role models for students.
