Director of Sports Performance/Assistant Athletic Director, Upper School

Job Title: Director of Sports Performance/Assistant Athletic Director

Reports to: Director of Athletics

Effective Date: August 1st

Job Summary:

The Director of Sports Performance/US Assistant AD reports to the Director of Athletics and Physical Education. This dual role supports the management of the Upper School's (grades 9-12) athletic programs and oversees US athletics, while leading the design, implementation and oversight of comprehensive sports performance programs for all US teams and beginning programming for MS teams. With the Director of Athletics, this role helps to supervise the US coaching staff, coordinate training programs and assist in the daily operations of the athletic department.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of the school's fitness and weight training facilities
• Helps ADs hire, orient, mentor, and evaluate coaches in the athletic department
• US game management and coverage of support staff
• Establish PE offerings, hire instructors, coordinate space used for courses in partnership with the head of the US

• Director of Sports Performance
• Design and implement safe, effective and sport-specific sports performance programs for all US athletic teams and beginning programming for MS
• Educate student-athletes and coaches on injury prevention, recovery, nutrition and proper lifting techniques
• Collaborate with athletic trainers to ensure coordinated care for injured athletes and safe return to play protocols
• Maintain records of student-athlete progress and performance testing/tracking software
• Communicate with coaches to align training with in-season and off-season demands
• Provide winter and summer hours for training blocks
• Support school health and wellness programming and co-curriculars

• Supports the school's mission at athletic contests related to player, coach, and fan behavior
• Assist with season prep and logistics
• Assess equipment, order new equipment and arrange for the repair of any broken equipment
• Order, inventory, and track uniforms for all US sports
• Coordinate and approve "gear" for US sports teams
• Coordinate student billing for uniforms, equipment and gear
• Coordinator for the US seasonal athletic celebration and awards ceremony
• Review records of all athletes for three seasons recognition and the Varsity blanket
• Communicate with parents, school nurses, counselors, faculty, division heads, coaches and athletic staff about scheduling and student information
• Obtain and maintain a van driver permit
• Additional duties assigned by the Athletic Director

• Knowledge of strength and conditioning methodologies performance technology and best practices in athletic development
• Previous experience designing and implementing sports performance programs in a school setting
• Strong time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Proficient in Veracross, Finalsite, Gmail and other Google and Microsoft Platforms
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Work collaboratively with others
• Outstanding judgment and professionalism
• Being positive, friendly, warm, and dedicated
• Promote safe and appropriate practices and competitions

• Bachelor's degree in related field required, Masters degree preferred
• CSCS (NSCA) or SCCC (CSCCa) required
• Preferred at least one additional relevant certification such as: USAW NSCA, TSAC, RYT 200, NASM CPT
• Possesses First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
• Familiar with FAA and NEPSAC league rules, bylaws, and contacts

• Ability to demonstrate lifting techniques and lead strength workouts
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• The ability to help set up and break down equipment in gymnasiums and fields.

• Interested candidates should complete the application on Greenwich Academy's career opportunities page. Applicants should submit a resume and include three references (with contact information)