Athletic Director

Kenowa Hills Public Schools•Grand Rapids, MI

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Athletic Director provides leadership and administration for the interscholastic athletic program at Kenowa Hills High School. This is a full-time position on a 225-day, full-year contract running August through June, beginning as soon as possible. The Athletic Director promotes participation, sportsmanship, school spirit, character, and the educational purpose of athletics; oversees coaches, athletic events, facilities, equipment, budgets, eligibility, and student-athlete support; and represents the school to leagues, booster groups, and the community. The role requires a bachelor's degree, a valid Michigan teaching certificate, an administrator certificate or progress toward obtaining one by June 30, 2022, five years of successful teaching, and three years of successful head coaching. Graduate coursework in athletic program organization and administration is preferred. Salary is commensurate with related experience, with benefits provided under the administrative contract.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Five years of successful teaching experience and three years of successful head coaching experience.
Valid Michigan teaching certificate and administrator certificate issued by the Michigan Department of Education. Candidates without an administrator certificate may be considered if on track to obtain one by June 30, 2022.
Candidates without previous administrative positions should be able to cite highly successful leadership roles, such as department, grade-level, or school-improvement chair positions.
Evidence of active participation and leadership in professional and athletic organizations.
Demonstrated success in curriculum development, improving an athletic program, and working harmoniously with students, parents, teachers, and the school community.
Knowledge and skills related to diversity, equity, and cultural competence; awareness of one's competence in diversity and equity and how it influences one's behavior; and a desire to learn about others' identities.
Ability to meet the physical demands described for the position, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Selected candidate must receive Michigan State Police Department clearance before an offer of employment; the candidate is responsible for the background-check fee.

Nice To Haves

Graduate courses in the organization and administration of athletic programs.
Such alternatives to the stated qualifications as the Superintendent or designee may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

Promote participation in interscholastic athletics and athletic clubs, positive attitudes among athletes and coaches, and sportsmanship among athletes, coaches, and spectators.
Promote in-school programs that enhance athletics, school spirit, and character, and provide professional development to coaches beyond their respective sports.
Represent the school to leagues, the Booster Club, and the school community.
Recommend coach hires and conduct annual written coach evaluations.
Supervise or arrange supervision for home athletic contests and away events as needed, and coordinate hiring game personnel.
Keep current on MHSAA rules and regulations and ensure compliance; ensure Board of Education rules, including local eligibility and training rules, are followed.
Supervise the purchase, cleaning, reconditioning, and storage of athletic equipment.
Assist with supervision in and around buildings and at other student activities as needed.
Schedule athletic events, arrange transportation to away events, conduct seasonal coaches meetings, and coordinate arrangements for visiting teams.
Supervise the overall athlete conditioning program, plan practice schedules and school-facility use, and work with the principal to schedule major MHSAA competitions.
Work with coaches on program development and monitor NCAA compliance, assisting coaches and athletes with college-opportunity selection.
Manage the athletic budget; requisition supplies, uniforms, and equipment with coaches; handle and account for money; track missing equipment and attempt to recover it; and report budget matters to the high school principal and Chief Financial Officer.
Inform the principal of the program's financial standing and budgeting process.
Provide opportunities for parental input and participation, and ensure parents have a way to raise concerns and appeals.
Work with the building principal on changes to the physical plant or facilities.
Supervise administration of the district eligibility policy and provide appropriate medical support programs and personnel; monitor athletes' injury recovery.
Provide leadership to promote and improve the interscholastic program, promote athletics in the school and community, provide recognition and publicity for athletic programs, and ensure athletics remain an extension of the educational program.