Head Football Coach and Assistant Athletic Director chez Saint Ignatius
Saint Ignatius · Cleveland, États-Unis d'Amérique · Onsite
- Senior
- Bureau à Cleveland
- Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/Coaching - Date Posted:
11/3/2025 - Location:
Saint Ignatius High School Additional Information: Show/Hide - Develop and articulate a comprehensive vision and philosophy for the football program that aligns with the mission and values of Saint Ignatius High School and the Jesuit ideal of forming “Men for Others.”
- Establish clear standards of excellence for athletic performance, sportsmanship, faith formation, and personal conduct.
- Build and sustain a positive, disciplined, and inclusive team culture that reflects the Ignatian principles of respect, reflection, and service.
- Represent Saint Ignatius Football with professionalism and integrity in all interactions with students, families, alumni, and the broader community.
- Oversee and coordinate all administrative and operational aspects of the football program, including scheduling, budgeting, travel, facilities, and equipment.
- Collaborate closely with the Athletic Director, Medical Training Staff, and Strength & Conditioning Staff to ensure player health, safety, and performance optimization.
- Maintain compliance with OHSAA regulations, school policies, and departmental procedures.
- Partner with the Athletic Department, Advancement and the Athletic Communications Coordinator to manage communications, media relations, alumni engagement, and fundraising initiatives related to football.
- Ensure that program logistics — including practice schedules, transportation, meals, and locker room operations — are well-organized and efficient.
- Serve as head coach for the varsity football team, overseeing game preparation, tactical strategy, and game management.
- Lead the design and implementation of comprehensive practice plans and off-season training regimens.
- Utilize video analysis, scouting, and performance data to inform game strategy and player development.
- Model effective teaching and communication, fostering player understanding of both football concepts and team values.
- Continually evaluate the program to identify areas for competitive and cultural improvement.
- Recruit, hire, and supervise all members of the football coaching staff at every level of the program.
- Establish clear expectations, accountability structures, and performance evaluations for all coaches.
- Promote professional growth among staff through mentorship, clinics, and continuing education.
- Foster a collaborative environment characterized by trust, respect, and shared commitment to the school’s mission.
- Lead efforts to form student-athletes as whole persons — physically, mentally, and spiritually.
- Design player development programs emphasizing leadership, discipline, teamwork, and resilience.
- Maintain strong communication with families, guidance counselors, and teachers to support student success in academics and formation.
- Collaborate with the Medical Training Staff to ensure all athletes receive appropriate care, rehabilitation, and injury prevention support.
- Work with the Strength & Conditioning Staff to integrate training protocols that promote health, performance, and safety.
- Serve as the primary ambassador for Saint Ignatius Football to prospective students, families, and youth programs.
- Develop and sustain relationships with area middle schools, CYO programs, and youth football organizations to identify and attract mission-fit student-athletes.
- Collaborate with the Admissions Department to support outreach and recruitment strategies that align with school enrollment goals and all applicable rules.
- Engage alumni, parents, and local partners to build community support for the football program.
- Represent Saint Ignatius High School at school functions, alumni events, Jesuit Network activities, and media opportunities as requested.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Athletic Director or Principal, consistent with the mission and needs of Saint Ignatius High School.
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of successful experience as a head football coach or senior-level coordinator at the high school or collegiate level.
- Proven track record of leadership, program organization, and success in competitive football environments.
- Demonstrated ability to recruit, develop, and retain high-quality student-athletes and coaching staff.
- Strong understanding of Jesuit education and the role of athletics in student formation.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Certifications in CPR, First Aid, and concussion management (or ability to obtain upon hire).
- Deep personal integrity, humility, and passion for servant leadership.
- A commitment to the values of faith, competence, compassion, and service is central to Catholic, Jesuit education.
- Visionary thinker with a collaborative, detail-oriented management style.
- Ability to inspire excellence and accountability among staff and student-athletes.
- Energy, resilience, and presence befitting the leadership of a premier high school football program.
| Head Football Coach and Assistant Athletic Director | JobID: 395 |
Reports to: Athletic Director
Department: Athletics
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Department: Athletics
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Position Overview
Saint Ignatius High School, a Catholic, Jesuit college preparatory school in Cleveland, Ohio, is seeking an inspiring, mission-driven Head Football Coach and Director of Football Operations to lead its nationally recognized football program. This individual will serve as both the strategic and operational leader of the Saint Ignatius football program — overseeing all aspects of program management, culture development, staff coordination, recruiting, and player formation from freshman through varsity levels.
The successful candidate will be a transformational and inspiring leader who combines a deep knowledge of football strategy with an equally strong commitment to the holistic care and development of student-athletes within a Catholic, Jesuit framework. The position requires exceptional organizational ability, strategic vision, communication skills, and a demonstrated capacity to build community through athletics.
The position pays a competitive salary with excellent benefits in an outstanding work environment. Saint Ignatius has been named by NorthCoast 99 as one of the Top Workplaces in 2024 and 2025.
I. Program Leadership & Vision
About Saint Ignatius High School:
Saint Ignatius High School is a Jesuit college-preparatory school with a Catholic tradition rooted in the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. The school enrolls more than 1,400 students from 40 cities in a seven-county region. These young men enrich one another through learning in the classroom, creating in the arts, competing on the athletic fields and serving those in need.
Academically, Saint Ignatius is a regional and state leader in National Merit finalists. To challenge students and prepare them for college, the Saint Ignatius curriculum offers 17 Advanced Placement (AP) and 21 honors subjects. In September 2009, the school was designated a Blue Ribbon school by the U.S. Department of Education.
A Saint Ignatius education prepares students to become competent, concerned and socially responsible members of their communities. With a motto of “Men for Others,” there is a prime concern for the development of Christian values among all students.
Part of the Saint Ignatius student experience includes the promotion of faith in the service of justice.
Located in close proximity to downtown Cleveland in the historic Ohio City neighborhood, Saint Ignatius occupies 18.5 acres with 18 buildings and three athletic fields. The faculty includes 109 members, 87 percent of whom have spent 10 years or more teaching at Saint Ignatius.
Applicants with Disabilities
As an equal opportunity employer, Saint Ignatius High School is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by
Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (as amended), applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (216) 651-0222 ext. 4461 for assistance.
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