Head Varsity Football Coach Bishop Blanchet, Seattle

Job Details

• Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/ Athletic Department Coach
• Date Posted: 1/15/2026
• Location:
  
  Bishop Blanchet, Seattle
• Regular Season:
  August 19 – December 5
• Off Season:
  December – April (Weight training and conditioning as needed for program development)
• May – July: WIAA approved spring/summer practices and team camp
• Non‑league (2‑year cycle) schedule determined by Athletic Director and Head Coach

Bishop Blanchet is a Catholic high school located in Seattle, WA. We are committed to attracting and retaining outstanding individuals to reflect the racial, cultural, and gender diversity of our student population. We actively seek candidates of different backgrounds who are devoted to engaging and inspiring a high‑achieving and well‑rounded student population to be leaders, in and out of the classroom.

Our co‑curricular student activity program, including athletics, clubs, and performing arts, is recognized for its excellence in the northwest.

Bishop Blanchet is a Catholic, college preparatory high school established by the Archbishop of Seattle. Rooted in Gospel Values, we educate students within a challenging, positive and diverse learning environment. We inspire students to transform the world around them through a lifelong commitment to faith, scholarship, and service.

Bishop Blanchet High School is seeking a Head Varsity Football Coach for the 2026‑2027 season. Applicants with previous coaching experience at the HS level, 21 years or older, possessing a valid Washington State driver’s license, and current First Aid/CPR/AED certification are preferred. This position reports to the Athletic Director.

• Regular Season:
  August 19 – December 5
• Off Season:
  December – April (Weight training and conditioning as needed for program development)
• May – July: WIAA approved spring/summer practices and team camp
• Non‑league (2‑year cycle) schedule determined by Athletic Director and Head Coach

• Establish the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught by staff. Design conferences, clinics and staff meetings to ensure staff awareness of the overall program.
• Train and inform staff; encourage professional growth by encouraging clinic attendance according to local policy.
• Establish and coordinate the selection process for the Football teams.
• Coordinate duties, responsibilities and evaluate the performance of each Football coach with the building athletic administrator.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive long‑term vision for the football program, including culture, discipline standards, and performance goals.
• Schedule, organize, direct and supervise practice sessions.
• Foster a transparent relationship with families, providing clear updates on schedules, safety protocols, and team policies.
• Conduct pre‑season orientation programs for parents, athletes and coaches.

• Distribute team rosters to the Athletic Office.
• Determine and procure team awards.
• Complete required state association rules exams, training, compliance and all building/district training.
• Ensure all staff, including themselves, are compliant with certification required by the WIAA.
• Follow Bishop Blanchet athletic eligibility rules and regulations.
• Work with the AD in the supervision and control of the Football team budgetary accounts.
• Accountable for all equipment and submit fines for the cost of any equipment lost or not returned. Arrange for issuing, storing and reconditioning of equipment and submit annual inventory and current records.
• Run and facilitate summer camp opportunities for middle school participants.

$6000–$6750. This position is not benefits eligible.

We offer competitive stipends that are paid in one installment, half way through the competition season. Additional compensation can be made by engaging in summer camp offerings. We also offer access to professional development and BBHS Athletics Apparel.

All applicants are required to complete a Catholic School application. Please  to apply.

Please email Sean Gaskill, Athletic Director with any questions.

Closing date: until filled