Head Boys Basketball Coach – Varsity

Sussex County Public Schools•Stony Creek, VA

About The Position

To provide leadership, organization, and supervision for the varsity boys basketball program. The Head Coach is responsible for all aspects of the program, including planning, instruction, strategy, player development, safety, sportsmanship, supervision of assistant coaches, and full compliance with VHSL and school district rules and policies.

Requirements

Experience playing and/or coaching basketball at the high school level or higher preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge of basketball fundamentals, rules, and strategies.
Familiarity with VHSL rules, eligibility requirements, and compliance procedures.
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
CPR/First Aid/AED certification (or ability to obtain).
Compliance with background checks; school district hiring and VHSL certification requirements.

Nice To Haves

Teaching certification preferred (may vary by school/district).

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and conduct all practices, workouts, and conditioning programs for the varsity boys basketball team.
Teach basketball fundamentals—shooting, ball handling, passing, defense, rebounding, offensive/defensive systems—appropriate to players’ abilities and levels.
Develop and implement offensive and defensive strategies; oversee game preparation and in-game decision-making.
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches and coordinate responsibilities within the coaching staff.
Monitor and enforce team rules, discipline, and conduct consistent with school, district, and VHSL policies.
Ensure student-athlete safety: proper technique instruction, safe equipment usage, adherence to athletic training protocols, concussion procedures, and emergency response guidelines.
Oversee scheduling, travel arrangements, and supervision of athletes during games, tournaments, and team activities.
Maintain accurate records of player eligibility, attendance, statistics, and required VHSL documentation.
Communicate effectively with players, parents, faculty, administration, and the athletic department.
Coordinate off-season development opportunities in accordance with VHSL regulations.
Oversee equipment management: ordering, inventory, maintenance, and proper storage.
Attend required VHSL rules clinics, coaching development sessions, and maintain required certifications.
Promote academic achievement, sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership, and character development among student-athletes.
Represent the school and athletic program in a professional and positive manner within the community.