Assistant Director of Athletics

St. Mark’s School•Southborough, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Mark’s School is seeking an Assistant Director of Athletics to join their dynamic athletics program. This role is integral to the educational experience, believing that athletics foster leadership, resilience, accountability, teamwork, and confidence. As a residential school, St. Mark’s faculty engage holistically with students, and this position offers an opportunity to shape the student-athlete experience and contribute to the daily leadership and operations of the athletics program. Housing is available for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
Previous coaching and/or athletic administration experience required
Demonstrate a strong understanding of athletics, coaching, and student-athlete development
Bring coaching experience and a passion for mentoring adolescents through athletics
Exhibit the ability to motivate, inspire, and serve as a positive role model for students
Demonstrate strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Collaborate enthusiastically with colleagues and contribute meaningfully to all aspects of school life
Build authentic relationships with students and families rooted in trust, care, and accountability
Show flexibility, professionalism, and enthusiasm in a dynamic boarding school environment
Demonstrate a commitment to equity, inclusion, and fostering positive team cultures

Nice To Haves

Experience in independent schools, boarding schools, or residential education preferred
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, families, and colleagues in a collaborative community setting

Responsibilities

Coach at least two athletic seasons during the academic year, with coaching assignments determined in collaboration with the Director of Athletics. There is currently an opening for Head Varsity Boys’ Basketball Coach, along with other potential coaching opportunities.
Organize and lead carefully planned practices and competitions that foster skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and competitive excellence.
Build strong and inclusive team cultures rooted in leadership, accountability, service, and the values of St. Mark’s.
Support student-athletes in their academic, personal, and athletic growth.
Communicate effectively with students, families, colleagues, alumni, and administrators.
Collaborate closely with athletic trainers to ensure the health, wellness, and safety of student-athletes.
Create and maintain the master athletic game schedule and coordinate scheduling logistics with league schools and officials.
Represent St. Mark’s at ISL scheduling meetings and other athletic association events.
Coordinate student-athlete registration and assist with preseason planning and onboarding.
Maintain athletic department records, including team rosters, schedules, scores, and collegiate athletics alumni tracking.
Manage athletics website updates and communications related to schedules, scores, and events.
Assist with game-day operations, including site supervision, facility preparation, and event coordination.
Collaborate regularly with colleagues across the School, including the Advancement Office, Business Office, Dean’s Office, Residential Life, Academic Office, Dining Hall, Admissions, and College Counseling.
Support departmental programming, including coaches’ meetings, awards ceremonies, team photography, and other athletic events.
Serve as an advisor and participate actively in residential life through evening and weekend responsibilities.
Contribute positively to the daily culture, operations, and long-term vision of the Athletics Department.