Athletic Director / Head Football Coach

Hempstead ISD - Athletic Director / Head Football Coach

JOB DETAILS

Region:

4

School District/Employer:

Hempstead ISD

District Category/Employer:

Central Office,

Position:

Director,

Assignment Level:

Level High School Middle School

Area Athletics Job Title:

Athletic Director / Head Football Coach

School:

Hempstead High School

Campus Description:

Date Posted:

4/13/2026

Deadline:

Until Filled

Openings:

1

Commitment:

Full Time

Description/Notes:

Direct and manage district's athletic program and facilities and instruct and coach students to develop skills and abilities to excel in athletics. Provide each student with the opportunity to participate in an extracurricular athletic activity and ensurepliance with all federal, state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and local requirements.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Planning and Instruction Establish performance criteria forpetition and manage athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. Model performance criteria and perform physical movements required for successful student performance of sport. Maintain an active program that promotes good sportsmanship and student development including the time, resources, and materials to support aplishment of department goals. Establish and maintain physical and academic eligibility requirements for participation in each sport, and verify each athlete's eligibility. Use a variety of instructional and coaching techniques to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport of football. Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities. Work with other members of school staff to plan and implement instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletics. Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to gauge athletic program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs. Athletic Events Manage district athletic operations including directing ticket sales, employing game officials, and ensuring preparation of facilities. Prepare and approve all interscholastic game schedules. Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town athletic events. (Drive bus to transport students to out-of-districtpetition (optional)) Student Management Implement district student management policies,municate expected student behavior related to athletics, and ensure enforcement of student discipline in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. Apany and supervise student athletes during football games both at-home and on out-of-town trips. Instruct and advise students on National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices. Communication Establish and maintain open lines ofmunication on vital issues with parents, students, and teachers. Administration, Budget and Inventory Implement the policies established by federal law, state law, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and local board policy in area of athletics. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required. Develop and administer budget based on documented needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely. Oversee the process of cleaning, repairing, and storing of all athletic equipment including maintaining a current inventory of supplies, equipment, and fixed assets and rmending disposal and replacement of equipment. Coordinate the use of all athletic facilities by non-school groups. Plan, organize, and oversee all activities including practices, special events, and tournaments. Personnel Management Prepare, re, and revise job descriptions for athletic department. Recruit, select, train, supervise, and evaluate all athletic department personnel and make rmendations relative to assignment, transfer, retention, discipline, and dismissal. Develop training options and/or improvement plans for employees to ensure exemplary operation in area of athletics. Community Relations Articulate the district's mission and goals in the area of athletics to themunity and solicit its support in realizing the mission. Demonstrate awareness of district andmunity needs, initiate activities to meet those needs, and use appropriate and effective techniques to encouragemunity and parent involvement. Support athletic booster club activities. Other Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise, evaluate, and rmend the hiring of coaches and support staff.•

Qualifications:

Experience:

5 years successful teaching and coaching experience

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree Valid Texas teaching certificate Current first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate Clear and valid Texasmercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements (optional)

Salary Range:

$76,456 - $121,563 TRS