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Head Boys' Soccer Coach (2024-25 SY)

Henrico County Public Schools, Virginia, MN, United States


About Us
Henrico County Public Schools is one of the six largest county public school divisions in Virginia with a nationally recognized educational program. Henrico County is a suburban community surrounding the city of Richmond, VA. We are 104 miles from the Atlantic Ocean to the east; 94 miles from the scenic Skyline Drive to the west; 106 miles from Washington, D.C. to the north; and 75 miles from the North Carolina border to the south.

Job Title
Head Boys' Soccer Coach (2024-25 SY)

Location
Henrico, VA, US

Organization
HCPS - Varina High School

Mission
Henrico County Public Schools, an innovative leader in educational excellence, will actively engage our students in diverse educational, social, and civic learning experiences that inspire and empower them to become contributing citizens.

General Statement of Duties
The head coach displays the ability to manage all aspects of a public‑school sports program, including coordinating high‑level practice sessions and providing exceptional leadership and coaching for student‑athletes during regional and state competitions. They possess a proven ability to recruit and coordinate the efforts of an assistant coaching staff, manage the team’s fundraising efforts while maintaining the highest standards of sportsmanship and teamwork.

Essential Duties

Organizes the overall soccer program

Prepares players both physically and mentally for interscholastic competition through practice, teaching of fundamental skills, and knowledge of rules

Checks eligibility forms and submits to the Student Activities Director

Sees that all physical and academic requirements are met by each player and submits such information to the Student Activities Director in order to establish VHSL eligibility list

Supervises the cleaning, storage, and proper care of all equipment

Requisitions, through the Student Activities Director, supplies, uniforms, and all necessary equipment

Fosters good school-community relations by keeping the community aware of and responsive to the athletic program

Conducts pre‑season meetings with parents

Prepares daily practice schedule and conducts practice sessions

Attends all VHSL clinics

Follows county financial policies concerning the collection and receipting of funds

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to support management program through previous experience as a coach or player.

Previous coaching experience, knowledge of the sport, and current understanding of coaching techniques and strategies.

Strong leadership and organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to mentor and motivate student‑athletes.

Coaches with prior college experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Compensation
Minimum Salary – 3,223.75/Season (based on the 2024‑2025 adopted financial plan). The annual salary for the 2025‑2026 school year will be determined once the 2025‑2026 school year financial plan is approved and adopted in the Spring of 2025.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
HCPS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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