Varsity Basketball Head Coach — Lead, Develop & Inspire

Swartz Creek; Swartz Creek (MI); Hybrid; USD 5,000 - 8,000; Full time

Job summary

Swartz Creek High School is seeking a passionate Varsity Basketball Head Coach to lead and develop a competitive program aligned with the district’s core values. The role emphasizes student-athlete development, academic success, and holistic growth.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities and commit to all team-related activities, including travels and events, while upholding high standards of sportsmanship and discipline.

Qualifications

• CPR/AED certification required or willing to obtain.
• Previous high school coaching experience preferred.
• MHSAA CAP 1 or 2 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the varsity basketball program, including player development, practice planning, and equipment management
• Supervise student-athletes during all team functions
• Ensure compliance with school, district, league, and MHSAA policies
• Foster a safe, respectful, and team-oriented environment emphasizing sportsmanship and discipline
• Communicate effectively with players, families, officials, coaches, administrators, and community stakeholders
• Collaborate with the Athletic Director and school staff, responding to guidance in a timely and professional manner
• Serve as a role model through conduct, language, and behavior, upholding the values of Swartz Creek High School

Skills

Basketball knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Motivation

Job description

Varsity Head Coach
Swartz Creek High School is seeking a passionate and visionary Varsity Basketball Head Coach to lead and develop a competitive, inclusive program aligned with the district’s core values. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities, with a dedication to athletic excellence, academic success, and the holistic development of student-athletes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proven organizational skills and basketball knowledge suitable for leading a high school varsity program
• Ability to motivate and work effectively with student-athletes and adults
• Availability for all team-related commitments, including practices, games, travel, and events
• Current CPR/AED certification or willingness to obtain
• Previous high school coaching experience preferred
• MHSAA CAP 1 or 2 certification preferred

Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of the varsity basketball program, including player development, practice planning, and equipment management
• Supervise student-athletes during all team functions
• Ensure compliance with school, district, league, and MHSAA policies
• Foster a safe, respectful, and team-oriented environment emphasizing sportsmanship and discipline
• Communicate effectively with players, families, officials, coaches, administrators, and community stakeholders
• Collaborate with the Athletic Director and school staff, responding to guidance in a timely and professional manner
• Serve as a role model through conduct, language, and behavior, upholding the values of Swartz Creek High School