Athletic Supplemental, Head Football Coach

THE FOLLOWING POSITIONIS AVAILABLE FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR.

ATHLETIC SUPPLEMENTAL VACANCY

HEAD FOOTBALL COACH

Division II Region 7

Head coaching experience is strongly preferred but not required. Candidates should be passionate and well organized with a mentality to reshape the culture of the football program into one of discipline and accountability. Strong communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships is a necessity. Teaching positions at Licking Heights may be available depending on the needs of the district and the licensure of the candidate.

Strong emphasis on the connection between teachers/staff and coaching.
Supplemental contracts are offered to qualified certificated staff with appropriate
training knowledge and experience. Unfilled positions may be offered to other suitable applicants meeting department of education permit requirements.

TITLE: HS HEAD COACH
RESPONSIBLE TO: ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATION
SUPPLEMENTALS REPRESENTED: Head Baseball Head Basketball Boys Head Basketball
Girls Head Cheerleading Fall Head Cheerleading Winter Head Cross Country Head Diving
Head Football Head Golf Boys Head Golf Girls Head Soccer Boys Head Soccer Girls Head
Softball Head Swimming Head Track Boys Head Track Girls Head Volleyball Boys Head
Volleyball Girls Head Wrestling Boys Head Wrestling Girls
INTRODUCTION:
At Licking Heights Local Schools our commitment to student success drives everything we do.
We believe in providing equitable personalized learning experiences focused on building
character skills and achieving academic excellence. Our comprehensive framework addressing
milestones from kindergarten readiness to college and career competencies ensures that every
student thrives academically socially and emotionally. We are dedicated to creating a positive
school culture where students can explore their talents through extracurricular activities
fostering well-rounded and socially responsible citizens.
To be successful at Licking Heights Local Schools staff members must embody a range of skills
including:
Passion for education and student well-being
Effective mentoring and guidance for students
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Continuous learning and professional development
Forward-thinking planning and strategic decision-making
Openness to two-way communication and community engagement
We are dedicated to supporting our staff through comprehensive induction providing ongoing
professional development aligned with our districts vision and creating a safe and empowering
school environment where every individual can flourish. Join us in our mission to provide an
exceptional education experience that prepares students for success in school career and life.
JOB GOAL: Coaches assigned student athletic activity.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Available to work a non-traditional schedule and irregular hours when needed.
Embraces high-performance standards (e.g. engagement proficiency resilience etc.)
Maintains a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment.
Meets all Ohio Administrative Codequalifications to direct supervise or
coach a pupil- activity program. Monitors training/certification expiration dates and
meets all renewal deadlines.
Sport-specific coaching skills verified by training and work experience. Meets Ohio
Administrative Codequalifications to direct supervise or coach a
pupil-activity program. Monitors training/certification expiration dates and meets all
renewal deadlines.
Active listening creative problem solving and good time management skills.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Coaches assigned athletic activities. Provides opportunities for students to enhance skills
build positive peer relationships and develop leadership qualities.
Actively supervises and evaluates assigned personnel. Cultivates leadership skills.
Assists with physical education waiver verification when authorized.
Schedules in season practice/contests with permission from the Athletic Department.
Communicates actively/timely scores and post game reports to appropriate media as
directed.
Conducts professionally administered tryouts to select program participants.
Confirms student medical emergency authorization forms are up to date and readily
available.
Coordinates off-season activities (e.g. practice schedules training clinics etc.) with
permission from the Athletic Department.
Develops program information sheets for parent/guardian-student meetings.
Encourages student participation. Monitors the accuracy of internal-external
communications.
Ensures program activities are self sustaining except when authorized by the
administration.
Evaluates individual/team performance. Prepares statistics. Develops/refines game
strategies.
Executes a well-designed program plan. Ensures participants receive appropriate
instruction support and opportunities to participate. Provides proactive supervision for
all program activities.
Identifies strength and conditioning activities best suited for each sport.
Maintains effective document and records management systems. Prepares timely files.
Monitors reporting deadlines. Complies with district records retention and disposal
policies.
Maintains orderly work/storage areas.
Manages program compliance with all OHSAA standards. Ensures athletic fields comply
with conference/league and state athletic association regulations.
Prepares end of season performance evaluations or all assigned staff.
Prepares/restores shared program sites.
Provides opportunities for program participants to critique activities and suggest
enhancements.
Teaches safety precautions and proper training techniques.
Verifies equipment is appropriate for the physical development and skill of each
participant.
Delegates appropriate assignments to members of assigned staff.
Any additional duties within reason of the position as assigned by the Athletic
Department.
2. Consistently performs all aspects of the job. Diligently pursues high quality results.
Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers. Functions as part of a
cohesive team.
Helps ensure the accuracy and privacy of confidential information.
Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
Sustains an acceptable attendance record. Consistently complies with established work
schedules.
3. Maintains open/effective communications. Serves as a reliable information resource.
Fosters goodwill and encourages relationships that enhance public support for the district.
Refers administrative procedure and district policy questions to the appropriate
administrator.
Supports equality diversity and inclusion. Uses tact and diplomacy to resolve differences
fairly.
4. Pursues opportunities to enhance job knowledge and skill proficiency.
Keeps current with standards and practices associated with work duties.
Updates skills as needed to use task-appropriate technology effectively.
5. Keeps current with emergency preparedness and response procedures.
Helps implement and monitor health and safety protocols to mitigate workplace risks.
Protects district property. Takes precautions to prevent the loss of equipment and
supplies.
Takes action to address harassment or aggressive behavior. Complies with all legal
statutes when dealing with discrimination inappropriate behavior or suspected child
abuse/neglect.
6. Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.
Implements district strategies to advance organizational goals.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The district offers equal employment opportunity without regard to age color disability genetic
information military status national origin race religion sex (including gender identity
pregnancy and sexual orientation) or any other legally protected category.
The district maintains a drug and alcohol-free work environment to prevent the adverse impact of
substance abuse on employee performance and protect the rights of co-workers and the public.
Safety is essential to job performance. All employees are required to comply with workplace
health/safety regulations and district policies when duties entail any of the following situations:
Encounters with aggressive angry rude or unpleasant individuals.
Exposure to air-borne particulates chemicals combustible materials electrical hazards
loud noises moving mechanical parts odors slippery/uneven surfaces etc.
Exposure to blood-borne pathogens or contagious diseases.
Exposure to severe weather conditions or temperature extremes.
Movements that require balancing bending climbing crouching kneeling or reaching.
Operating or riding in a vehicle. Working in or near vehicular traffic.
Performing tasks that require complex sequencing dexterity strength stamina etc.
Traveling to meetings and work assignments.
Working at heights in confined spaces or under diminished/variable lighting.
This job description document does not establish a contract or alter board-authorized
employment agreements. Employee benefits classifications contract durations skill sets wage
rates and work schedules may vary by assignment. This summary document describes typical
job functions and does not represent an exhaustive list of all possible work responsibilities.
Employee duties may change in response to collective bargaining agreements funding variables
modified operating procedures program/service adjustments regulatory compliance
technological innovations and unforeseen events.
NOTE: Contracts are offered to licensed staff with appropriate credentials. Unfilled positions
may be offered to other applicants meeting school district and Ohio Department of Education
permit criteria. A Pupil Activity Permit and/or Ohio School Van Driver Certificate may be
required.
EVALUATION: Performance of these responsibilities will be evaluated annually by the athletic
administration.

How To Apply:
You must complete the entire online application to be considered for a position.

Providing a resume and additional attachments are optional. Please also provide complete reference information for each reference including name address phone and email address.

Licking Heights does place an emphasis on accepting a diverse pool of candidates reflecting the school districts student population.

Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity Employment Opportunity: The Licking Heights Local School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion national origin sex disability Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) military status ancestry or age in its programs and activities including employment opportunities.