Job Summary:

The Head Varsity Football Coach is responsible for implementing approved athletic program policies and overseeing all aspects of the varsity football program. This individual plans, organizes, and directs team practices, games, and related activities; fosters a positive, inclusive, and competitive team culture; and promotes a meaningful experience for student athletes. The coach communicates effectively with administrators, student athletes, parents/guardians, assistant coaches, and the media; recommends budgetary needs for equipment and supplies; and ensures the health, safety, and wellbeing of student athletes. The coach also promotes sportsmanship, academic responsibility, and positive conduct; maintains and enhances the school’s reputation within the community; and fulfills other duties related to the football program and student-athletes as assigned by the Athletic Director.

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, oversee, and execute all aspects of the seasonal program, including conditioning, practice schedules, game preparation, and competition strategy.
• Provide instruction that develops sport specific skills, physical conditioning, game awareness, sportsmanship, and a positive decision making environment focused on accountability and respect.
• Lead, delegate, and evaluate assistant coaches by defining operational roles, setting clear expectations, and completing end of season evaluations.
• Collaborate directly with JV, Middle School, and local Youth organizations to align playbooks, coaching techniques, practice structures, and safety fundamentals.
• Always maintain active supervision of student athletes including securing facilities, locker rooms, and practice areas post event to promote safety and reduce injury risks.
• Hold practices within the required 2.5 hour limit and comply with all Athletic Department policies, the GS Coaches Handbook, and district guidelines.
• Maintain active working knowledge of PIAA rules and Lancaster-Lebanon League regulations by attending mandatory rules interpretation and annual league meetings.
• Compile and submit complete team rosters, eligibility documentation, and required paperwork to the Athletic Director no later than one week prior to the first competition.
• Host a mandatory preseason parent/guardian meeting and provide written guidelines detailing team expectations, communication channels, travel behavior, and eligibility rules.
• Serve as a positive representative of the school by building constructive relationships with families, administrators, booster organizations, media, and the community.
• Model composure, self control, and integrity during competitions, treating officials, opponents, and spectators with hospitality while respecting all official rulings.
• Promptly address disruptive, unsafe, or unsportsmanlike behavior, consulting with the Athletic Director regarding disciplinary suspensions or program removals.
• Ensure playing areas, locker rooms, uniforms, and equipment are properly maintained, responsibly used, and fully accounted for throughout the season.
• Identify program needs, submit timely equipment and supply requests to the Athletic Director, and report unreturned items postseason.
• Complete all required end of season documentation, including the submission of varsity letter recipients and award winners for Athletic Director approval.
• Participate in required meetings, workshops, and professional development opportunities under the direct supervision of the Athletic Director.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3–5 years of high school varsity coaching experience (Head Coach or Coordinator experience preferred).
• Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination.
• Successful completion of required background clearances, including:
  • Pennsylvania State Criminal History Clearance
  • Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance
  • Federal Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) Clearance (Fingerprinting)
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.