Job Title

Head Football Coach - High School

Location

Henrico, VA, US

Organization Name

HCPS - Henrico High School (2026-27 SY)

About Us

Our Mission:

Henrico County Public Schools is one of the six largest county public school divisions in Virginia with a nationally recognized educational program. Henrico County is a suburban community surrounding the city of Richmond, VA. We are 104 miles from the Atlantic Ocean to the east; 94 miles from the scenic Sky Line Drive to the west; 106 miles from Washington, D.C. to the north; and 75 miles from the North Carolina border to the south.

Our Mission: Henrico County Public Schools, an innovative leader in educational excellence, will actively engage our students in diverse educational, social and civic learning experiences that inspire and empower them to become contributing citizens.

General Statement of Duties

The head coach is responsible for managing the overall program, including planning practices and games, overseeing team equipment, recruiting and selecting players, preparing and implementing game strategies, and promoting teamwork and sportsmanship.

Essential Duties

Essential Duties:

• Compliance: Adheres to HCPS and Virginia High School League (VHSL) regulations, including eligibility requirements and safety standards.
• Team Management: Organizes team logistics, such as transportation, equipment, uniforms, and schedules for practices and games.
• Player Recruitment: Evaluates and selects student-athletes through tryouts, assessing their skills and potential fit for the team.
• Player Evaluation: Assesses both individual and team performance throughout the season, providing constructive feedback.
• Communication: Maintains open lines of communication with athletes, parents, and school officials regarding schedules, expectations, and team updates.
• Accountability: Keeps the school athletic director (AD) informed about all aspects of the athletic program's development and management.
• Assistant Coach Oversight: Selects, trains, and evaluates assistant coaches
• Fundraising and Fiscal Management: Organizes fundraising activities and manages the team' budget in accordance with county and district regulations and policies.
• Professional Development: Seeks opportunities for training and education to stay current on coaching strategies, techniques, and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a coach.
• Previous experience working with public school student-athletes.
• Extensive knowledge of the sport, with a current understanding of coaching techniques and strategies.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, effective communication abilities, and the capacity to mentor and motivate student-athletes.
• Coaches with prior college experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

• Minimum Stipend - $4,860.04/Season

How To Apply

To be considered for this vacancy, you should upload an updated coaching resume to our online recruiting platform at henricoschools.us/careers/.

Mailing Address: Henrico County Public Schools

Department of Human Resources

P. O. Box 23120

3820 Nine Mile Road

Henrico, VA 23223

HCPS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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Maximum Salary

Currency

USD

Main Organization

Public Schools Public Schools

Employment Status

Hourly/Temporary Hourly/Temporary

Amount of Travel

Work At Home