Having never coached beyond 6th grade flag football and 7th grade girls basketball, I'm not privy to all the responsibilities that fall within the job description of a college head football coach. The position appears dauntingly complex to me so can somebody who is knowledgable regarding the job explain what exactly a HC does, and what the most important aspect of the position is? Thanks!
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responsibilities of a head football coach
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Copper Griz
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I don't have any experience either and my knowledge comes from observing the current staff. The most important thing is
1. Picking boogers.
2. Wiping them on opposing coaches.
There - I started the list
1. Picking boogers.
2. Wiping them on opposing coaches.
There - I started the list
Copper Griz said:
So how is your mom by the way?
Copper Griz said:
blaaaaahaaaa! :clap:
I been coaching little league for 20 years, heck I can take the cubbies to the world series, no prob. hc, no biggie, surround yourself with good assistant coaches, delegate authority, tell the parents and boosters to eff off, and always, always, have a ringer on the roster. :clap:scarface said:
The reason I asked this question is because really all I see is the sideline coaching and some practice sessions and I want to know the full scope of responsibilities that the AD will be looking for. I found the job description of the Univ. of South Florida head coach. Interestingly, there seems to be very little mention of the game day sideline routine.I bolded the important aspects pertinent to the U of M position.
Job Title: Head Football Coach
Job Summary
The Head Football Coach is responsible for planning and directing the recruitment,
conditioning, training, and performance of student athletes, along with fiscal program
management, for USF’s NCAA Division I intercollegiate football program.
Nature of Work
This position reports to the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. This is a professional head
coaching position and all of the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence
with the policies, rules, and regulations of affiliated national, regional, and state
intercollegiate athletic associations, the Big East Conference and the University. Employees
in this job class may be subject to the terms and conditions of an employment contract
which is typically subject to review and renewal on an annual basis. This position directs a
staff of Assistant Head Coaches and Assistant Coaches who have specific responsibility for
offense, defense, linebackers, offensive/defensive line, quarterbacks, receivers, etc. This
work may include coaching in outside areas, hot and cold weather, and exposure to
elements such as rain, snow, dirt, fumes, and loud noises. The duties require moderate to
active physical activity, handling of weights and objects weighing 25 to 50 pounds, and
standing or walking more than four hours per day.
Examples of Duties
The following list provides examples of the most typical duties for positions in this job
class. Individual positions may not include all of the examples listed, nor does the list
include all of the work that may be assigned to positions in this job class.
• Direct assigned Assistant Coaches and Graduate Students in the overall planning and
execution of the intercollegiate football program.
• Recruit quality prospective student-athletes and ensure timely submission of their
academic records for admissions.
• Monitor academic progress and status of team members, implementing action plans
through appropriate staff when needed.
• Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student athletes to support the
image and reputation of the athletics program.
• Plan coaching and practice sessions in accordance with NCAA and Conference
regulations.
• Coach team members individually and in groups, and demonstrate game techniques.
• Develop and implement game strategy and position assignments.
Job Title: Head Football Coach
Job Summary
The Head Football Coach is responsible for planning and directing the recruitment,
conditioning, training, and performance of student athletes, along with fiscal program
management, for USF’s NCAA Division I intercollegiate football program.
Nature of Work
This position reports to the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. This is a professional head
coaching position and all of the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence
with the policies, rules, and regulations of affiliated national, regional, and state
intercollegiate athletic associations, the Big East Conference and the University. Employees
in this job class may be subject to the terms and conditions of an employment contract
which is typically subject to review and renewal on an annual basis. This position directs a
staff of Assistant Head Coaches and Assistant Coaches who have specific responsibility for
offense, defense, linebackers, offensive/defensive line, quarterbacks, receivers, etc. This
work may include coaching in outside areas, hot and cold weather, and exposure to
elements such as rain, snow, dirt, fumes, and loud noises. The duties require moderate to
active physical activity, handling of weights and objects weighing 25 to 50 pounds, and
standing or walking more than four hours per day.
Examples of Duties
The following list provides examples of the most typical duties for positions in this job
class. Individual positions may not include all of the examples listed, nor does the list
include all of the work that may be assigned to positions in this job class.
• Direct assigned Assistant Coaches and Graduate Students in the overall planning and
execution of the intercollegiate football program.
• Recruit quality prospective student-athletes and ensure timely submission of their
academic records for admissions.
• Monitor academic progress and status of team members, implementing action plans
through appropriate staff when needed.
• Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student athletes to support the
image and reputation of the athletics program.
• Plan coaching and practice sessions in accordance with NCAA and Conference
regulations.
• Coach team members individually and in groups, and demonstrate game techniques.
• Develop and implement game strategy and position assignments.
