INDISTRICT: Girls Soccer Head Coach - Hood River Valley High School - 1.0 FTE

Application deadline: Monday, April 28, 2025. INDISTRICT APPLICANTS ONLY

We are filling the Girls Soccer Head Coach for the Hood River Valley High School, beginning with the 2025–2026 school year.

Application Process for In-district Applicants (only current regular and temporary employees are eligible to apply):

• Log into TalentEd/Applicant Tracking and submit your letter of interest (link), addressed to Sean Mailey, HRCSD Athletics Director. Outline your interest in this position and your qualifications.

Job Purpose Statement: The Girls Soccer Head Coach will lead and organize the high school soccer program. Lead in establishing an environment in which student athletes can gain self-esteem and develop a positive self-image. Directs the promotion of sportsmanship, program equity and inclusion, a winning attitude and commitment to student academic success.

Essential Job Functions:

• Direct and supervise organization of practice sessions during the regulated season; to include seasonal goals and objectives.
• Work cooperatively with parents, other coaches, staff, administration and support programs.
• Assists the Athletic Director in maintaining the care for athletic facilities and aid in preparation of the facilities for athletic competition.
• Assists Athletic Director in purchasing equipment, supplies and uniforms for the HRVHS girls soccer program.
• Assists Athletic Director in game scheduling when needed.
• Responsible to conduct pre-season meeting with all athletes and parents, outlining schedules, student athletic contracts, and Student Athletic Handbook.
• Works to improve skills and knowledge of each athlete and the team as a whole.
• Organize team members according to competitive levels.
• Enforces appropriate team rules and team discipline.
• Follows guidelines and principles of sportsmanship.
• Adheres to requirements of athletic eligibility.
• Adheres to District Athletic Handbook, Standard Operating Procedures of league or other rules.
• Works harmoniously with high school Assistant Coaches, community volunteers, parents, and school personnel.
• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, officials, and staff.
• Submits rosters, equipment and uniform inventories and other reports as required.
• Coordinates end of year awards, communications, and events.
• Monitors expenditures in relation to budget and assist as in monitoring proper use, care, and return of uniforms and other assigned equipment.
• Supervises and/or arranges for proper supervision of student/athletes during practices, games, travel, and related activities.
• Coordinates and is responsible of all media communications at the high school level related to the HRVHS girls soccer program.
• Consults with Athletic Director and Administration concerning playing conditions, safety concerns, program improvements, player performance, outside complaints, and other related matters.

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:

Skills possessed will exemplify a moral character that is consistent with being a positive role model for all students. Skill and ability to teach soccer skills and fundamentals.

Knowledge of soccer at the high school level (to include recent rule changes). Through cooperation and communication with assistants, develop a system of play that can be effectively communicated with to implement at the high school level. Ability to communicate effectively with athletes and parents. Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred.

Ability to work harmoniously with others. To organize and manage students time effectively. To use problem solving strategies consistently. Adjusts to performing practices in a variety of locations. Ability to motivate students.

Education Required: High School Diploma or equivalent. College degree preferred.

Experience Required: Previous experience coaching high school soccer.

License, Certifications, Bonding and/or Testing Required: NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certification or ASEP Certifications; Concussion training, Heat Illness Prevention, Performance enhancing Drugs & Substances Training, First Aid/CPR Certification.

The 2025/26 Extra Duty contract will be issued in the range listed below, based on verified prior paid coaching experience in the same sport at the same responsibility level. Human Resources will make that determination at the time we issue the extra duty contract.

HOOD RIVER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Disabled persons may contact Hood River County School District at 541/387-5016 for additional information or assistance. Speech or hearing-impaired persons may contact Hood River County School District for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 1-800-735-2900.