Athletic Director

Kingsbury Country Day School•Oxford Charter Township, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

To lead and elevate the school's sports programs, fostering a culture of teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship. Through effective communication, and collaboration with coaches, staff, and the community, the Athletic Director aims to create a dynamic and inclusive athletic environment that not only drives competitive success but also nurtures personal growth and character development among student-athletes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Works well with individuals and groups; maintains effective working relationships.
Reputation for self-control and sound interpersonal skills.
Exemplary work habits verified by previous employer.
Solid record of punctuality.
Valid CPR and First Aid Certification.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a coach.
Knowledge of and skills working with students from all backgrounds.

Responsibilities

Scheduling athletic games with approval of the Principal.
Attending athletic events of the school whenever possible.
Monitoring equipment maintenance and making recommendations for future needs of equipment purchases to the Principal.
Monitoring and inventorying athletic uniforms and making recommendations for future purchases.
Coordinating, planning, and managing athletic budgets.
Meeting with Athletic Coaches to ensure all sports have equal opportunity to present their budget and needs for their program.
Administering all MHSAA, school district, and company regulations.
Conducting annual coaching staff performance evaluations.
Ensuring students are eligible to participate in sports or student activities.
Working with Athletic Coaches and the Principal in regard to discipline involving sports or student activities.
Maintaining a file of all athletic suspensions and expulsions from teams to ensure "due process" for each athlete.
Arranging transportation with the Athletic Coaches for all athletic teams.
Contracting all game officials for home games with the approval of the Principal.
Managing the tournaments for all leagues and playoff activities assigned to the Academy.
Maintaining an active program that promotes sportsmanship and welcomes competing teams and guests.
Acting as a liaison between Athletic Coaches and the athletic boosters club.
Setting up the facilities for all activities and sporting events.
Assessing the school’s athletic and student activities programs.
Communicating and assisting the Principal in regard to the coaching staff’s performance and evaluation.
Distributing and reviewing the Academy Athletic Handbook with the Athletic Coaches.
Requiring all Athletic Coaches to follow the Academy hiring process.
Keeping a current physical on file for each student athlete involved in athletics.
Keeping the release and participation information form on file for two years after the student graduates.
Obtaining the advertising information for the printing and selling of programs.
Assisting with or monitoring the monthly calendar of school activities in conjunction with the Principal, faculty, and student body.