Head Coach, Girls Flag Football - Hardin High School SY

Applications will be accepted beginning Thursday, January 1, 2026 12:00 AM (Mountain Standard Time)

Job Description

Hardin School Districts 17H & 1 have the following position open for the  school year:

HEAD COACH, GIRLS FLAG FOOTBALL - HARDIN HIGH SCHOOL

First day of practice begins August 14, 2026

District Online Employment Application

Three (3) Current Letters of Recommendation

Only complete online applications will be considered

DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATION PACKET:

School Districts 17H & 1

POSITION TITLE: Head Coach

FACILITY: Hardin High School

REPORTS TO: Athletic / Activities Director

The person in this position provides leadership, supervision, and organization of a specific athletic activity and will carry out the objectives of that program. They help each participating student achieve a high level of skill, and appreciation for the values of discipline, and an increased level of self-esteem. The Head Coach will establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

• Begins practice sessions on the opening date allowed by the MHSA
• All teams will compete in the maximum number of contests allowed by the MHSA if it is reasonably possible to schedule this number
• Holds first aid card and runs as safely as possible the program with proper training procedures
• Teaches and displays good sportsmanship
• Any season that extends beyond the normal season/school year due to tournament participation shall be considered part of the coaching contract
• Process end of year reports, and any other necessary reports, lists or forms and submits such reports to the Athletic Director, school and MHSA
• Develops a daily and weekly practice schedule which will be approved by the Athletic Director prior to distribution to team members

• Maintains competency in rules, rule interpretations, meet procedures, coaching techniques, and general information about all aspects of the sport. Encourages assistant coaches to do the same
• Attends clinics, workshops, and meetings to keep abreast of new ideas, techniques, and rule changes
• Implements proper procedures for out of season practices according to MHSA guidelines
• Is active in professional organizations such as state coach’s association
• Inventories, selects, cares for and maintains equipment

• Formulates objectives for the upcoming sports season
• Assists Athletic Director with proper registration of all athletes
• Reviews District policy on accident reporting and insurance procedures
• Assists Athletic Director in compiling eligibility lists and other reports
• Arranges for a systematic issuance of school equipment
• Makes sure all athletes have had physicals and signed waiver granting permission to transport to nearest hospital in the event of injury before they may practice
• Explains all regulations of the district presented in the Athletic Code
• Clarifies to athletes the letter award policy
• Selects and instructs team managers on proper care of equipment, facilities, and other assigned duties
• Makes arrangements for all bus trips with Athletic Director
• Prepares a written document of the method of squad cuts and awards system
• Establishes performance criteria for eligibility in interscholastic competition
• Maintains on file a game book specifying usual season work-outs, off-season work-out, weight training program, suggested diet, schedule, and plays/strategy

• Attend District, State, and National leadership and fall leadership conference
• Assumes responsibility for constant care and supervision of equipment and facilities being used
• Supervises control over all phases of teams in the program
• Organizes and schedules practice sessions on a regular basis with the idea of developing the athlete’s greatest potential
• Applies discipline in a firm, positive and consistent manner as outlined according to athletic policy
• Emphasizes safety precautions and uses accepted training and injury procedures. Adheres to a highly efficient and technically sound program of injury prevention and follow up
• Conducts self…