Coach - Assistant Boys Soccer

Hoquiam School District•Hoquiam, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Hoquiam School District #28 is hiring an Assistant Boys Soccer Coach. The assistant coach supports the Head Coach in developing and running the soccer program, teaching the sport, supervising and supporting student-athletes, and carrying out year-round, pre-season, in-season, and post-season duties. The role requires attendance at practices, meetings, and contests, and commitment to maintaining positive relationships with athletes, families, colleagues, and the community. This is a stipend position paying $3,654.00–$4,690.00. The proposed start date is March 1, 2027. Employment is contingent on successful Washington State Patrol and FBI fingerprint criminal-history checks and a Sexual Misconduct background check. The district provides one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
Current First Aid and CPR endorsement, or enrollment in the course.
Knowledge and understanding of soccer skills, strategy, and rules.
Ability to commit to attending each practice and contest.
Proof of citizenship, such as a driver's license, birth certificate, Social Security card, or passport.
Washington State Patrol/FBI fingerprint background check on file; employment also requires successful clearance of a Sexual Misconduct background check.
Completion of Hoquiam School District training.

Nice To Haves

Prior coaching experience or playing experience in soccer is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Coach with year-round program development and all aspects of the sport.
Provide input to the Athletic Director and be accountable for the district program, including budget items and personnel.
Build working relationships with the Hoquiam Boosters' Club, the Grizzly Alumni Association, and other groups to promote Grizzly sports and athletics.
Be a positive, visible community member and an education leader among district staff.
Provide annual input to the Hoquiam Athletic Handbook, including lettering criteria, awards policy, job descriptions, and the Athletic Code of Conduct.
Maintain and promote a fair and consistent discipline code for athletes.
Communicate with other coaches about program development and sharing athletes.
Maintain positive relationships with players during the off-season and monitor their weight-room attendance and other off-season activities.
Attend the annual rules clinic and prepare schedules, team rules, Athletic Code of Conduct copies, and clearance/consent forms for a pre-season parents meeting.
Assist with equipment inventory and communicate program equipment needs to the Athletic Director.
Meet with the Head Coach before the season to discuss coaching assignments, practice responsibilities, and scouting responsibilities.
Support athletes academically to help those who struggle remain on track for graduation.
Maintain current CPR and First Aid cards, or be enrolled in the required course.
Work with the Head Coach to establish fair and consistent methods for selecting and evaluating players and teams, and communicate those methods to parents and athletes.
Develop knowledge of players' strengths and weaknesses; emphasize safety and use appropriate conditioning, training, and injury procedures.
Keep accurate reports on injured players and communicate with the Athletic Director or others responsible for injuries and return-to-play releases.
Teach the fundamentals of soccer.
Provide constant care of equipment and facilities and supervise fields, locker rooms, weight rooms, and other facilities while players use them.
Monitor student behavior while transporting students to games and activities.
Discipline athletes consistently and provide parents and athletes a way to discuss concerns.
Act as a positive, motivating, enthusiastic, and professional member of the coaching staff when working with parents and students.
Attend all scheduled practices, meetings, and contests.
Assist the Head Coach with post-season activities and assist with post-season equipment inventory.
Perform other duties as assigned.