9th Head Football Coach

BROOKINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT 5-1; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brookings School District is seeking a Head Football Coach to lead the high school football program. Responsibilities include coaching athletes, organizing training, and ensuring compliance with sports regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a valid teaching certificate and coaching experience, with a strong commitment to athlete development and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Valid teaching certificate and coaching endorsement required.
• Experience in coaching and organizing sports programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes in skills and strategies for success.
• Supervise and coordinate assistant coaches and programs.
• Ensure compliance with school and athletic regulations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Supervisory skills

Knowledge of sports strategies

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Valid South Dakota teaching certificate/coaching endorsement

Valid SDHSAA Coaches Education Program

Job description

Applications will be accepted beginning
Tuesday, May 20, 2025 12:00 AM
(Central Standard Time)

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9th Head Football Coach

Job Description

HEAD ATHLETIC COACH JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Head Athletic Coach

Qualifications:

• Valid South Dakota teaching certificate/coaching endorsement
• Valid SDHSAA Coaches Education Program (Fundamentals of Coaching, First Aid & Concussion in Sports)
• Employed as a teacher in the Brookings School District, preferred but not required.
• Ability to organize and supervise a total (7-V) sports program.
• Previous successful coaching experience in the assigned sport.
• Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects and strategies of the sport and a commitment to examining new theories and methods in the sport.

Reports To: Activities Administrator, who provides supervision, training, and evaluation in conjunction with the high school principal.

The head coach will advise, coordinate, train, and support a staff of high school assistant coaches and middle school coaches in collaboration with the activities director and building principals.

Basic Function:

To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategies, and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. The student shall also receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline, and self-confidence.

Parameters:

• The success of athletic programs has a strong influence on the community’s image of the entire school district. This public exposure requires considerable responsibility and involves community/parental pressure for winning performances that must not override the development of good sportsmanship and citizenship skills.
• The position includes other aspects such as stress, time commitment, risk management, and due process predicaments.
• This job description aims to provide sufficient guidance for successful functioning. In cases not specifically covered, a coach will exercise common sense and seek assistance from the activities director.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement activity policies of the Board of Education and Brookings High School.
• Know and enforce school district, SDHSAA, and ESD Athletic Conference rules and regulations.
• Follow proper administrative lines of authority and communicate through proper channels. Attend all required meetings.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Establish the philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught by staff. Organize conferences, clinics, and staff meetings.
• Encourage professional growth among staff.
• Delegate duties, supervise, and evaluate staff effectiveness.
• Maintain discipline, resolve grievances, and foster morale and cooperation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Activities Administrator.

Administrative Duties:

• Assist with scheduling, transportation, awards, and event management.
• Prepare for sport events and practices, and adhere to facility schedules.
• Document physical examinations, insurance, parental consent, and eligibility.
• Supervise athletic facilities and equipment.
• Advise on policy or procedural changes.

Student Responsibilities:

• Provide training rules and regulations compatible with the Code of Conduct.
• Monitor student-athletes’ grades and conduct.
• Supervise and guide athletes during practices, games, and travel.
• Ensure compliance with injury and emergency policies.
• Coordinate with athletic trainers and supervise student managers and statisticians.
• Handle discipline, communicate with parents, and assist with post-secondary planning.
• Participate in budgeting and equipment management.

Public Relations:

• Organize pre-season meetings with parents, players, and coaches.
• Promote the sport through media, youth programs, and civic groups.
• Provide timely and accurate releases to the media.
• Maintain good relations with media, booster clubs, parents, spectators, and officials.