Athletic Director - Woodlawn Middle

POSITION TITLE

Athletic Director

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Assigned School

SALARY

Stipend

REPORTS TO

Principal

SUPERVISES

Athletic Coaches & Staff

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday - Friday, weekends as needed

General Definition of Work

To manage and coordinate the school's athletic activities and sports programs to promote athletics and physical fitness as positive extra-curricular activities, and to ensure that all students have an equal opportunity to participate and share in the benefits of the district''s athletic programs

Minimum Qualifications

• Certification/License: Bachelors and Masters Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.
• State Certification in related area or as required for the position.
• Motor Vehicle Operator''s License or ability to provide own transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful experience managing or directing the athletic programs or a school district is preferred.
• Successful Supervisory experience preferred.

Essential Functions

• Supervises the High School''s athletic programs in coordination with the Principal and District Athletics Director.
• Analyzes and evaluates existing athletic programs and equipment for the purpose of ensuring that they serve the best interest of the school and the students who participate, meet applicable laws and regulations, and ensure safety of participants.
• Assists in the recruitment, selection, supervision, training and evaluation of all coaches.
• Serves as a consultant to administration, teaching staff, coaches and students on matters pertaining to the athletic programs.
• Analyzes student participation and develops procedures to ensure that the maximum number of students have the opportunity to participate in athletic activities and that the programs do not discriminate against female or minority students.
• Supervises the school's athletic facilities, oversees the scheduling and coordinating of practices and athletic events, and disseminates information as needed regarding the times and places athletic events.
• Supervises and coordinates the school athletic budget and finances for all sports programs and sporting events, including inventory and control of uniforms, supplies and equipment.
• Coordinates the transportation schedule and provides for safe and cost-effective transportation for off-site athletic or sporting events.
• Coordinates the scheduling and compensation of sports officials/referees and security for on-site events.
• Establishes criteria for awards relating to participation and demonstrating excellence in school athletic programs, including eligibility requirements.
• Creates materials to publicize athletic and sporting events, both in printed and electronic formats, for the purpose of disseminating information and fostering enhanced awareness among students, staff, and the community in recognizing and supporting the school''s athletic programs and attending events.
• Maintains professional relationship with media sources for the purpose of providing information regarding schedules, postponements or cancellations, sporting event statistics, records, and other relevant information.
• Coordinates the collection of all athletic registration material required by the district including the collection of physical examinations, medical information and other district and NCHSAA required agreements for participants in athletics.
• Works with the schools' Athletic Trainer to handle all accidents and injuries in accordance with district policies, and applicable laws and regulations, including reporting and documentation requirements.
• Maintains records and documents as required and necessary to ensure proper documentation of athletic program activities, events, participation, and related information for the purpose of complying with school policies as well as applicable laws and regulations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of athletics, athletic programs, and physical fitness.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding school district athletic programs, safety and health, and other areas under responsibility.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to evaluate, develop and implement athletic programs, activities and events, and make effective recommendations related to those areas.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with otherscontacted in the course of work.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.