Athletic Director

Overview

Description/Notes: JOB TITLE: DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS
On-site - Full-time - Pay Grade: AP8-226
Wage/Hour Status:
Exempt

Reports to:

Chief Human Capital Officer
Department:
Administration

ABOUT THE JOB

The Director of Athletics directs and manages the overall program of extracurricular and intramural athletics for the district; and works to provide each student with opportunity to participate in an extracurricular athletic activity and ensure compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and local requirements.

• The Director of Athletics will direct and manage the district's athletic program and facilities; establish physical and academic eligibility requirements for participation in each sport, and verify each athlete’s eligibility; maintain an active program that promotes good sportsmanship and student development; 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;
  
  plan necessary time, resources, and materials to support accomplishment of department goals; conduct regular meetings with all head coaches and coordinators to discuss participation, off-season programs, scheduling, discipline and goals; and attend all District UIL meetings.
• The Director of Athletics will prepare and approve all interscholastic game schedules; arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town athletic events; manage district athletic operations by directing ticket sales, employing game officials, and ensuring preparation of facilities; oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all athletic equipment; coordinate the use of all athletic facilities by non school groups; and plan, organize, and supervise all athletic awards programs.
• The Director of Athletics will implement district student management policies, communicate expected student behavior related to athletics, and ensure enforcement of student discipline in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook; and establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences on vital issues with parents, students, and teachers.
• The Director of Athletics will implement the policies established by federal law, state law, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and local board policy in the area of athletics; and compile, maintain, file, and present all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• The Director of Athletics will administer the athletic budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and that funds are managed prudently; compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs; initiate purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies; maintain a current inventory of supplies and equipment and recommend disposal and replacement of equipment when necessary;
  
  and approve and forward purchase orders for the athletic department to the accounting department.
• The Director of Athletics will prepare, review, and revise job descriptions for the athletic department; recruit, select, train, and supervise all athletic department personnel and make sound recommendations about personnel placement, assignments, retention, discipline, and dismissal; evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness; and develop training options and/or improvement plans for employees to ensure exemplary operation in the area of athletics.
• The Director of Athletics will articulate the district’s mission and goals in the area of athletics to the community and solicit its support in realizing its mission; demonstrate awareness of district and community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs; use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement; and support athletic booster club activities.

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  Minimum Qualifications - Preferred
  
  Education and Experience:
  
  Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate
• Ten years successful teaching and coaching experience
• Athletic…