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Job Title:  Varsity Head Football Coach – High School

Position Summary

The Varsity Head Coach provides leadership, organization, and supervision for a high school athletic program. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with all district, state, and governing body regulations while promoting student-athlete development, safety, academic success, and sportsmanship.

Program Leadership & Compliance

• Maintain thorough knowledge of and ensure compliance with all policies established by the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA), Tulsa Public Schools (TPS) Board of Education, and TPS Office of Athletics.
• Lead and manage the athletic program year-round, including in-season, off-season, and summer activities in accordance with OSSAA guidelines.
• Adhere to the established administrative chain of command; coordinate staffing decisions through the Site Athletic Director.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Site Athletic Director, Principal, District Athletic Director, or Superintendent.

Student-Athlete Eligibility & Academic Oversight

• Ensure all student-athletes complete required pre-participation documentation through Rank One prior to participation.
• Monitor and verify academic and residential eligibility of all participants.
• Track student-athlete grades, attendance, and conduct to support academic success and OSSAA eligibility requirements.
• Communicate any eligibility concerns promptly to the Site Athletic Director.

Coaching Standards & Professional Requirements

• Attend all required OSSAA sport-specific rules meetings.
• Maintain membership in the Oklahoma Coaches Association (OCA).
• Complete all required certifications, including:
  • CPR/AED/First Aid
  • NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching
  • Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
  • TPS Awareity Compliance
• Complete annual NFHS training:
  • Concussion in Sports
  • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
  • Heat Illness Prevention
  • Protecting Students from Abuse

Supervision, Safety & Student Conduct

• Be present at all practices, competitions, and team travel to ensure proper supervision and student safety.
• Provide instruction on sport-specific safety techniques and maintain documentation when required.
• Promote and enforce appropriate behavior, sportsmanship, and ethical conduct among student-athletes and coaching staff.
• Establish and enforce team rules and discipline aligned with school and district expectations.

Equipment & Facilities Management

• Maintain accurate inventory of all uniforms and equipment, including proper asset tagging.
• Oversee the issuance, storage, cleaning, and reconditioning of equipment.
• Ensure proper care and maintenance of facilities and sport-specific equipment.
• Submit a comprehensive year-end inventory report to the Site Athletic Director.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid teaching certificate or willing to obtain
• Demonstrated knowledge of OSSAA rules and regulations
• Previous coaching experience 
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Work Expectations

• Must be available for practice, games, and team-related activities, including evenings, weekends, and travel
• Position includes responsibilities outside of the traditional school day
• Stipend-based position; compensation may be prorated if duties are not fulfilled

Core Values

• Commitment to student-athlete safety and well-being
• Emphasis on academic achievement
• Leadership through integrity, accountability, and professionalism
• Promotion of positive school and community relationships