Colville High School Assistant Varsity Football Coach

Colville School District 115•Colville High School, WA

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Colville School District is accepting applications for an Assistant Football Coach at Colville High School for the 2027–2028 school year. The coach teaches and coaches student-athletes in grades 9–12, fosters a positive and inclusive environment, and ensures compliance with WIAA Interscholastic Rules and Regulations. Extracurricular positions are for one year only. The selected candidate will initially be hired on a temporary basis, subject to a favorable state and national fingerprinting background check. The assistant coach collaborates with the varsity coach and athletic staff to align program goals, philosophies, strategies, and techniques; supports student-athlete growth and development; and contributes to the school and district athletics program. The role includes conducting organized practices, managing varsity bench coaching duties, maintaining records and equipment, supporting game-day operations, and ensuring student safety and appropriate conduct. The position requires a current first-aid/CPR card, annual HIV/Hepatitis B training, current Coaches Standards and Education Program documentation, and a favorable state and national background check. A bachelor’s degree and two to four years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, are preferred. The job involves moderate-to-loud noise, possible outdoor work in varying weather, and occasional lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

A favorable state and national background check is required.
Valid first-aid/CPR card on file with the Athletic Director and HR.
Attend an annual HIV/Hepatitis B training seminar and ensure documentation is maintained by the district office.
Current documentation on file meeting all requirements for the Coaches Standards and Education Program.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts as needed.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables where limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-form instructions.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and to reach with hands and arms.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Two to four years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is preferred.
Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) is preferred.
Attendance at clinics, seminars, high school practices, and similar events is recommended.

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with Colville School District athletic staff and support the goals of the athletics program, Colville High School, and the district.
Create a positive, inclusive environment for student-athletes in grades 9–12 that supports self-esteem, strong values, learning, and personal development.
Model morality, integrity, character, and sportsmanship, and uphold high ethical standards.
Encourage players’ growth and development with patience and enthusiasm.
Coordinate with the varsity coach on program goals, objectives, and philosophies, and communicate them to the Athletic Director, feeder coaches, parents, and community.
Communicate regularly with the varsity head coach about philosophies, strategies, and techniques.
Complete the required annual WIAA online rules clinic; seek coaching development through camps, clinics, and training opportunities.
Promote the athletic program within the district, local media, and broader community.
Manage bench coaching duties during varsity matches.
Conduct vigorous, well-organized practices using a detailed daily schedule with session objectives and goals.
Work with the Athletic Director to minimize missed classroom time due to athletics.
Maintain discipline during bus trips and athletic events.
Coordinate transportation home for student-athletes after practices and games, and secure doors after the last student leaves campus.
Use Final Forms to maintain eligibility, inventory, and attendance records.
Maintain a current first-aid card and ensure copies are on file with the Athletic Director and HR.
Coordinate with the varsity coach on medical information and waiver forms, and maintain a medical first-aid kit.
Check out and collect equipment and uniforms, maintain pre-season and post-season inventories, and submit records to the Athletic Director by required deadlines.
Coordinate game-day operations for home contests, including the games crew, field or court setup, and officials.
Check out keys from the High School Office Secretary and return them within two weeks after the season concludes.
Submit accident report forms to the High School within 24 hours of an incident.
Represent Colville High School and the district in a manner reflecting high standards of sportsmanship, and support district extracurricular activities through positive actions and words.
Perform other duties as assigned.