DAVENPORT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 207 801 7th Street Davenport WA 99122 POSTING DATE: 152026 CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
POSITION TITLE: High School Head Football Coach
JOB SUMMARY
The Head Coach will work under the supervision of the Athletic Director in accordance with the Districts mission and vision. The Head Coach oversees the growth and development of student athletes by focusing on fundamental skills instruction with an emphasis on student athlete development to include expectations for academic and athletic excellence, leadership skills, and positive social relationships. The Head Coach maintains open and honest communication with students, parents, coaches, and administrators. The Head Coach is also a role model in personal management, appearance, ethics, behavior, and sportsmanship. It is the responsibility of the Head Coach to guide, inspire, and empower an athlete and team to achieve their full potential.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Provide age and skill-appropriate training and instruction and coaching to students for the purpose of developing student skills abilities, attitudes, sportsmanship, teamwork, and self-esteem. • Teach rules and safety and provide a variety of guidance, instruction, and experiences to enhance students personal, physical, social, and emotional development. • Promote student participants in all sports and the value of being a multi-sport athlete in a positive manner. • Supervise student behavior, correct behavior, and maintain discipline consistent with WIAA regulations and district building policies and procedures. • Assist in scheduling sport-related events, including coaching meetings, practices, and games, and logistics related to the sport, including transportation and parent meetings. • Ensure the safety and well-being of student athletes. Provide first aid to injured or ill students and/or refer to appropriate staff as applicable. • Direct and supervise the work of assistants and volunteers. • Establish and maintain professional interactions with students, staff, parents, and the community. • Process and manage supply orders, distribution, and inventory. • Issue, maintain, and account for athletic equipment. • Maintain records of student eligibility, equipment inventory, fiscal resources, and relevant sport records. • Strictly follow fiscal-related procedure policies and utilize resources effectively. Conduct fundraising activities as needed. • Implement and comply with WIAA regulations and District policies and procedures. • Maintain consistent attendance and conform to regular work hours specified. • Maintain current knowledge of sport techniques, issues, coaching certification, and training requirements. • Attend meetings, clinics, and workshops. • Fulfill other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required to Satisfactorily Perform the Functions of the Job
• Knowledge of the specific sport, its rules, required skills and abilities, coaching techniques, game strategy, and student development. • Skill and ability to develop and instruct student athletes and to apply effective game strategy. • Skill and ability to motivate students and to impart sportsmanship, teamwork, and self-esteem. • Skill and ability to effectively communicate with a variety of constituents. • Skill and ability to develop teamwork and collaboration of various stakeholders. • Ability to exercise discretion and maintain trust and confidentiality. • Ability to exercise sound judgment. • Ability to develop professional and positive relationships with others. • Skill and ability to follow and give written and verbal instructions. • Skills and abilities in organization, efficiency, time management, budgeting, and record keeping. • Skills and abilities of accuracy and attention to detail.
EDUCATION
• High school diploma or its equivalent. • Formal training in the specific sport as per WIAA requirements, including current CPR/first aid card. • College degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE
• Ability to cultivate and create a positive culture with student athletes, parents, coaches, staff, administration, and community. • Demonstrated ability to give student athletes and parent voice in program development. • Previous successful experience as a head or varsity coordinator coach at the high school level, college level experience preferred.
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Mr. Tim Rasmussen Davenport School District Athletic Director Contact: 509-725-4021 trasmussendavenportsd.org
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Submit the following items via mail, email, or in person to the District Office at the address below:
• Letter of application expressing interest in and describing qualifications for the position. • Resume • Completed district application form Application materials can be printed off the school website or requested from the District Office.
If you require accommodation in the application and/or interview process, please inform us.
IMMIGRATION AND CONTROL ACT REQUIREMENT
An applicant, if not a current employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT AND BACKGROUND CHECK
Pursuant to RCW 43.43834, an applicant will be required to complete a disclosure form in writing and signed by the applicant and sworn under penalty of perjury. This disclosure shall specify in accordance with the definitions found in RCW 43.43.830 all crimes against children or other persons and all crimes relating to financial exploitation in which the victim was a vulnerable adult. In addition, the district may request from the Washington State Patrol an applicants record for convictions of offenses against children or other persons and convictions of crimes relating to financial exploitation as described in RCW 43.43.832.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The Davenport School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Davenport School District complies with all Title IX, RCW 28A.640, and Section 504 requirements and does not discriminate against any protected class as defined by state and federal regulations. The Affirmative Action Plan is on file with and available for review from building administrators and the Administration Office.
Individuals with disabilities who require assistance or special arrangements to attend a program or activity sponsored by the Davenport Schools should contact the district office. Questions and complaints of alleged discrimination should be directed to the Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Title IX Coordinator, and Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator.
Contact Information:
• Mr. Chad Prewitt, Superintendent 801 7th Street Davenport WA 99122 509.725.1481 cprewittdavenportsd.org
• Mrs. Ashley Klein, School Psychologist 601 Washington Street Davenport WA 99122 509.725.1261 akleindavenportsd.org