Coach - Assistant Boys Soccer

Hoquiam School District•Hoquiam, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hoquiam School District #28 is seeking an Assistant Boys Soccer Coach. This position is open until filled, with a first screening date of 9/22/26. The proposed start date is February 22, 2027. The role involves assisting the Head Coach in program development, budget management, and community engagement to promote Grizzly sports and athletics. The coach will act as an education leader among staff and contribute to the Hoquiam Athletic Handbook. Responsibilities extend through pre-season, during the season, and post-season, including player development, safety, equipment management, and academic support for athletes.

Requirements

Current First Aid and CPR endorsement or be enrolled in the course.
Must be at least 21 years or older.
High School diploma or GED is required.
Proof of citizenship (driver's license, birth certificate, social security card, passport).
Must have a Washington State Patrol/FBI fingerprint background check on file.
Complete Hoquiam School District training.
Ability to commit to attending each practice and contest.
Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the sport skill, strategy and rules.

Nice To Haves

Coaching experience is preferred.
Prior playing experience in the sport is given preference.

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Coach in program development year-round.
Provide the athletic director with direction and be accountable for the total school district program including budget items and personnel.
Develop a working relationship with the Hoquiam Boosters' Club and the Grizzly Alumni Association and be available to work with these groups and others so as to promote Grizzly sports as well as Grizzly Athletics.
Be a positive and visible member of our community at all times.
Be viewed as an education leader amongst staff throughout the district.
Provide input to the Hoquiam Athletic Handbook yearly, such as lettering criteria, awards policy, job descriptions or the Athletic Code of Conduct.
Maintain and promote a fair and consistent discipline code to the Hoquiam athlete.
Communicate with other coaches regarding program development and the sharing of athletes.
Work to maintain a positive relationship with your players during the off-season.
Maintain contact with athletes in regards to their weight room attendance and other off season activities.
Arrange to attend annual rules clinic (Pre-Season).
Have schedules, team rules, copies of the Athletic Code of Conduct and clearance/consent forms available at a pre-season parents meeting (Pre-Season).
Assist in the inventory all incoming equipment (Pre-Season).
Communicate with the Athletic Director equipment needs for the program (Pre-Season).
Conduct meetings prior to the season with the Head Coach to discuss coaching assignments, practice responsibilities and scouting responsibilities (Pre-Season).
Work with athletes academically so as to help those that struggle stay on graduation course (Pre-Season).
Maintain current CPR and First Aid cards (Pre-Season).
Assist the Head Coach in all aspects of the sport (During Season).
Work with the Head Coach to establish a fair and consistent means of selecting and evaluating players and team and communicate this to parents and athletes (During Season).
Develop a thorough knowledge of all players' strength and weakness (During Season).
Emphasize safety precautions (During Season).
Be educated of proper conditioning, training and injury procedures (During Season).
Keep accurate reports on injured players and maintain lines of communication with the Athletic Director or others in charge of injuries or back-to-play releases (During Season).
Teach the fundamentals of the sport (During Season).
Assume responsibility for the constant care of equipment and facilities (During Season).
Maintain proper supervision of fields, locker rooms, weight room and other facilities during use by players (During Season).
Monitor student behavior while transporting students to games/activities (During Season).
Discipline athletes in a consistent manner while providing a means for parents and athletes to discuss concerns with you (During Season).
Be a positive, motivating and enthusiastic member of our coaching staff and present yourself in a professional manner when dealing with parents and students (During Season).
Attend all scheduled practices, meetings and contests (During Season).
Assist the Head Coach in all post season activities (Post-Season).
Assist in the inventory of all equipment (Post-Season).
Other duties as assigned.