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POSITION TITLE: ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
REPORTS TO: BUILDING PRINCIPAL

OVERTIME STATUS: EXEMPT
PAY GRADE: 712

JOB SUMMARY:

Plans and directs a comprehensive high school interscholastic program. The Athletic Director will provide effective leadership that will ensure a positive athletic environment that prioritizes academic achievement and character development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Plans, schedules, and oversees all day, evening, and weekend athletic contests and events.
• Prepares and maintains an annual master athletic calendar, providing monthly updates and daily announcements.
• Coordinates and advises all coaching staff; conducts regular meetings to communicate department policies, professional standards, and program goals.
• Interviews and prepares formal recommendations for candidates to fill all coaching vacancies.
• Prepares and manages employment contracts for all members of the coaching staff.
• Coordinates and participates in the preparation of athletic facilities for all practices and competitions.
• Secures necessary event personnel, including ticket sellers/takers, security, announcers, scorers, and VHSL officials.
• Arranges for team transportation, concessions management, and traffic/crowd control for all home athletic events.
• Interprets local and state (VHSL) student-athlete eligibility requirements and maintains official eligibility lists.
• Maintains accurate financial accounts for the athletic department, including budget preparation and processing required insurance forms.
• Oversees the selection, requisitioning, and repair of athletic equipment and supplies.
• Reviews and signs all purchase orders related to the athletic program.
• Signs off on all contracts involving the use of school athletic facilities or contracted services for the athletic department.
• Arranges special athletic events, including award presentations, signing days, and pep rallies.
• Schedules the use of athletic rooms and facilities for community groups, ensuring adequate supervision and protection of school property.
• Serves as the primary bridge between community organizations, booster clubs, and the school athletic department.
• Plans for and secures appropriate publicity for athletic events through various news media outlets.
• Provides in-service training and orientation for new and returning coaches regarding district athletic programs and safety protocols.
• Oversees and coordinates all authorized athletic fundraising activities.
• Carries out all duties of the athletic program as explicitly outlined in the district Athletic Handbook.
• Serves as the director for district, region, and state interscholastic tournaments as assigned.
• Maintains a comprehensive and updated inventory of all team uniforms, medical supplies, and athletic equipment.
• Serves on district committees and performs other athletic leadership duties as assigned by the Building Principal or district administration.
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing and pulling. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

This position is under a 10+2-month contract (teacher salary scale); daily hours to be determined by building administrator; will not be assigned to teaching classes; can hold no other supplementary duty assignments.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Must hold or be eligible for a valid Virginia teaching license;

Have a minimum of three (3) years' experience in teaching and/or administration with a background in student activities; coach and/or advisor

Must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and provide leadership with students, coaches, advisors, teachers, administrators, parents, and community patrons;

Must be self-motivated and be willing and able to invest the necessary hours.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

All applicants please submit an online application along with copies of supporting credentials. Be sure to connect your application to the advertised position.