Athletic Director

Position Overview The Athletic Director implements and maintains the assigned services of the school’s Athletics Programs, and maintains adequate staffing to ensure that the objectives of programs/services are achieved within budget and comply with the school’s goals. The Athletic Director shares general responsibilities to include: administering the High School’s athletic program; developing related goals, objectives and recommended policies; serves as a resource of information regarding physical education and health/fitness programs; and prepares the master schedule for all athletic events. This position requires significant time spent analyzing data, planning activities, monitoring programs/services, responding to others and supervising staff; and requires flexible hours and weekend and evening activities. This position is a safety-sensitive position. As a result, throughout employment this position will be subject to the Employee Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy. The Athletic Director will report to the Principal. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned. Compiles data from a wide variety of sources (e.g. staff, public agencies, etc.) for the purpose of analyzing issues, ensuring compliance with various policies and procedures, and/or monitoring program components. Supports coaches and other administrators for the purpose of achieving the goals of the athletic program. Directs the implementation of existing and new athletic programs/services through a combination of delegation and personal involvement for the purpose of ensuring new programs/services are provided within established timeframes in conformance with all related requirements. Facilitates meetings that may frequently involve a range of issues (e.g. personnel actions, financial procedures, regulatory requirements, community involvement, actions involving outside agencies, inter-departmental needs, etc.) for the purpose of identifying appropriate actions, developing recommendations, and supporting other staff. Manages athletic events (e.g. facility set-up/clean-up, schedule transportation, schedule officials, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring venues are prepared to allow for a successful event within a safe environment. Monitors athletic program/services for the purpose of ensuring stated outcomes are achieved, relevant policies and procedures are met, and services are efficiently provided within budgetary guidelines. Participates in meetings as required (e.g. workshops, seminars, conferences, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and gathering information regarding a wide variety of subjects required to carry out their administrative responsibilities. Performs personnel administrative functions of coaching staff (e.g. hiring, counseling, training, supervising, evaluating, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining necessary staffing, enhancing productivity of staff, and ensuring necessary department/program outcomes are achieved. Prepares a wide variety of materials (e.g. plans, budgets, funding requests, public relations, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and issues, meeting compliance requirements, making presentations, and/or providing supporting materials to others including news media, athletic organizations, sponsors, etc. Presents information on a variety of topics related to the athletic program (e.g. financial information, overviews of programs/services, policies and procedures, fundraising activities, etc.) for the purpose of providing general information, training others, implementing actions, etc. Researches information required to manage assignments, including reviewing relevant policies, current practices, staffing requirements, financial resources, etc. for the purpose of developing new programs/services, ensuring compliance with relevant requirements, securing general information for planning, taking appropriate actions, and/or responding to requests. Qualifications Master's degree. At least seven years of related work experience. Previous exposure to or experience in the education sector a plus. Personal Qualities of Top Candidates Commitment to Equity: Passionate about closing the achievement gap and ensuring that every child, regardless of background or circumstance, receives an excellent education. Leadership: Coaches, mentors, and challenges others to excel despite obstacles and challenging situations. Focus on Data-Driven Results: Relentlessly pursues the improvement of central office performance and school leadership, instruction, and operations, and is driven by a desire to produce quantifiable student achievement gains. Innovative Problem-Solving: Approaches work with a sense of possibility and sees challenges as opportunities for creative problem solving; takes initiative to explore issues and find potential innovative solutions. Adaptability: Excels in constantly changing environments and adapts flexibly in shifting projects or priorities to meet the needs of a dynamic transformation effort; comfortable with ambiguity and non-routine situations. Teamwork: Increases the effectiveness of surrounding teams through collaboration, constant learning and supporting others; sensitive to diversity in all its forms; respects and is committed to learning from others. Dependability: Does whatever it takes to consistently deliver with high quality under tight deadlines; successfully manages own projects through the strong organization, detailed work plans, and balancing of multiple priorities. Communication and Customer Service Skills: Communicates clearly and compellingly with diverse stakeholders in both oral and written forms; anticipates and responds to customer needs in a high-quality and courteous manner.