How to hire an assistant varsity football coach

How to hire an assistant varsity football coach, step by step

Here's a step-by-step assistant varsity football coach hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an assistant varsity football coach job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant varsity football coach
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The assistant varsity football coach hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   An assistant varsity football coach's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, assistant varsity football coaches from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents assistant varsity football coach salaries for various positions.

   Type of Assistant Varsity Football Coach	Description	Hourly rate
   Assistant Varsity Football Coach	Coaches teach amateur or professional athletes the skills they need to succeed at their sport. Scouts look for new players and evaluate their skills and likelihood for success at the college, amateur, or professional level... Show more	$14-36
   Coach	The main responsibility of a coach is to motivate an individual or an entire team. Coaches are focused on improving the performance and skills of athletes by conducting training sessions, coordinating practice drills, and providing guidance... Show more	$12-31
   Head Coach	A head coach is responsible for managing teams, monitoring each player's performance, conditioning the team's skills by conducting training sessions, and encouraging the trainees to reach their full potential. Head coaches assess the team's coordination during training or a game, adjusting strategies and improving techniques as needed... Show more	$14-30

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Student Athletes
   • Football Program
   • Role Model
   • Freshman
   • Game Film
   • Championship
   • Defensive Backs
   • Weight Room
   • Practice Schedules
   • Game Strategies
   • Game Preparation
   • Football Players
   • All-State
   • Quarterbacks

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Organize and manage NCAA recruiting weekends as well as maintained an active log of parent and coach contact information.
   • Assist the HC and OC on passing game coordination and concepts HUDL experience
   • Coordinate development of post players using basketball drills and techniques which result in a 21-6 record and the conference championship.
   • Show leadership by maintaining positive relationships with athletes.
   • Experience in of all facets of competitive soccer programs including organization direction and administration.
   • Use of Microsoft Powerpoint and word in order to teach educational objectives for the educational curriculum

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your assistant varsity football coach job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. An assistant varsity football coach salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, assistant varsity football coaches' average salary in wyoming is 62% less than in new york.
   • Seniority. Entry-level assistant varsity football coaches earn 60% less than senior-level assistant varsity football coaches.
   • Certifications. An assistant varsity football coach with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in an assistant varsity football coach's salary.

   Average assistant varsity football coach salary

   $48,252yearly

   $23.20 hourly rate

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   Entry-level assistant varsity football coach salary

   $30,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 5, 2025

4. Writing an assistant varsity football coach job description

   A good assistant varsity football coach job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of an assistant varsity football coach job description:

   Assistant varsity football coach job description example

   Athletics/Activities
   
   Date Posted:
   7/13/2022
   
   Location:
   Turner High School
   
   Date Available:
   07/08/2022
   Assistant Varsity Coach
   Job Description
   Purpose: The Assistant Varsity Coach assists in supervising sport functions in grades 7 through 12, and works closely with other staff and the administration of the District
   
   Responsible to: Head Varsity Coach and Athletic Director
   
   Payment rate: According to negotiated agreement
   
   Qualifications:
   
   1. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university or meet Rule 10 requirements.
   
   2. Current Kansas State Teaching Certificate on file in the Central Office meet Rule 10 requirements.
   
   3. Health and Inoculation Certificate on file in the Central Office (after employment offer is made).
   
   4. At least three years of coaching experience at the secondary level.
   
   Essential Functions:
   
   1. Ability to obtain and maintain current first aid, CPR and AED certifications.
   
   2. Ability to provide supervision and quality instruction to staff and participants.
   a. Instructional
   b. Non-instructional
   
   3. Ability to enforce rules and regulations.
   a. Establish fair rules.
   b. Communicate rules.
   c. Enforce rules.
   
   4. Ability to remind athletes of the inherent dangers of the sport.
   
   5. Ability to match competitors:
   a. Skill
   b. Experience
   c. Maturity
   d. Height/weight
   e. Age
   f. Gender
   
   6. Ability to develop and implement a safe environment to the extent possible:
   a. Equipment
   b. Condition of facility
   
   7. Ability to provide a plan for handling injuries.
   a. Foreseen
   b. Unforeseen
   
   8. Ability to be a role model of character, conduct, and good sportsmanship.
   
   Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:
   
   1. Ability to occasionally work in noisy and crowded environments, with numerous interruptions.
   
   2. Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions.
   
   3. Ability to work various and numerous hours.
   
   General Responsibilities:
   
   1. Ability to be familiar with and enforce school, district, department, and K.S.H.S.A.A. rules of eligibility.
   
   2. Ability to assist in requiring all athletes to have a physical examination and are scholastically eligible before participation is allowed. Assist in requiring all signatures be received before participation is allowed.
   
   3. Ability to be responsible for supervision of athletic facilities used and securing such areas.
   
   4. Ability to organize teaching situations so teaching is being done at practice, pre-contest, half time, and post-contest time frames.
   
   5. Ability to implement and observe a highly efficient and technically sound program of injury prevention and complete all paperwork relating to athletic injuries.
   
   6. Ability to attend and be prompt to all practices and meetings.
   
   7. Ability to ride team bus to and from each contest with athletics.
   
   8. Ability to demonstrate effective reinforcement on a daily basis, whole-part-whole teaching, mental toughness development, drill work, myth building, and situational coaching during each practice session.
   
   9. Ability to assist getting debt list items returned.
   
   10. Ability to be responsible for making recommendations on facilities and equipment needs.
   
   11. Ability to motivate and direct athletes by being positive in all situations.
   
   12. Ability to demonstrate support for the entire athletic program, as well as the programs established by Turner recreation Commission.
   
   13. Ability to attend the Booster Club-sponsored sports banquet/reception.
   
   14. Ability to be responsible for establishing and communicating team rules to athletes and parents, and maintaining discipline consistent with rules. Address grievances and work to increase morale, proper behavior, and cooperation
   
   15. Ability to display leadership of the highest quality to exemplify the importance of school attendance, school rules, and responsible behavior.
   
   16. Ability to promote the athletic program to assure maximum participation, positive publicity, and establish good relations with the media.
   
   17. Ability to displays positive rapport with athletes, parents, and media.
   
   18. Ability to demonstrate loyalty to the athletic program. Commit a full measure of time, effort, thought, and energy to the program.
   
   19. Ability to keep Athletic Director informed, following the proper chain of command.
   
   20. Ability to take advantage for self-improvement by attending clinics and seminars to stay current on new techniques and methods. Have an up-to-date knowledge of sport and needed skills being taught.
   
   21. Ability to hold membership in professional organizations.
   
   22. Ability to dress appropriately.
   
   23. Ability to resolve conflicts developed within the program.
   
   24. Ability to implement and follow all school district policies during all activities.
   
   25. Ability to observe and follow all District health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
   
   26. Ability to perform other duties and assume other responsibilities consistent with the nature of the position and requested by the Athletic Director, Head Varsity Coach and/or Head Junior High Coach.
   
   Term of Employment: Academic year as assigned
   
   Evaluation: Performance effectiveness evaluated in accordance with provisions of Kansas Statutes and Board of Education Policy.
   
   Approved:
   8/7/01
   Revised:
   7/7/09

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right assistant varsity football coach for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

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6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting assistant varsity football coaches requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant varsity football coach

   Once you've selected the best assistant varsity football coach candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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