Director of Athletics and Operations

The Vanguard SchoolColorado Springs, CO
21d$75,000

About The Position

Director of Athletic s and Operations Job Product : A coordinated, successful athletics program that furthers the development of students’ character, leadership, and involvement in the Vanguard community. General Purpose : The Director of Athletic s and Operations coordinates, implements, and evaluates the athletic program at the secondary level in accordance with the school policies, Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) rules, and conference league policies . Position also manages all aspects of facility and maintenance program . Additionally, position is responsible for implementing and executing school security efforts.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with administrative and/or coaching experience.
  • Strong interpersonal communication, and organizational skills; solid working knowledge of CHSAA and conference league rules and procedures
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Experience in sports management or coaching skills .
  • Experience with facility management .
  • Supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

  • Athletic Director certification (desired)

Responsibilities

  • Athletics Management
  • CHSAA Compliance
  • Ensure that coaches and players are trained on and adhere to the CHSAA rules.
  • Verify that all athletes are medically cleared, have been released by parents, and have paid the sports registration fee.
  • Verify that all athletes are academically eligible to compete, and ensure only those eligible participate in competition.
  • Ensure that the athletic program meets League and CHSAA regulations.
  • Responsible for the development of a schedule of varsity, junior varsity, and junior high athletic events, in accordance with CHSAA and league guidelines.
  • Ensure certification of coaching staff in accordance with CHSAA guidelines.
  • Athletes and Competition
  • Promotion and recognition of teams and athletics through assemblies, announcements, eBlasts , Vanguard Voice, and other communication avenues.
  • Keep records of all awards/letters issued.
  • Coordinate the ordering of letters, and awards.
  • Coordinate the transportation , lodging, and logistics for all athletic programs.
  • Prepare a master sports calendar that includes conference and non-conference games/events.
  • Schedule and confirm all officials for 7-12 contests.
  • Arrange volunteers for athletic contests, to include announcers, clock operators, score keepers, line judges, etc.
  • Serve as the “Administrator on Duty” at all home games
  • School Community
  • Respond to all staff concerns regarding athletics.
  • Works closely with the staff and administration to develop and enforce an athletic/academic code of conduct which is consistent with the goals of the staff, administration, and the school.
  • Facilities/Equipment
  • Requisition all equipment and uniforms.
  • Ensure care of athletic facilities.
  • Provide adequate practice and playing facilities.
  • Coordinate gym, building and athletic field use.
  • Athletic Department Operations
  • Annually review and update all policies related to the athletic program; revise and publish Coaches Handbook and Athletic/Activities Handbook annually
  • Maintain archive of sports statistics.
  • Troubleshoot the day to day operation of the secondary athletic program.
  • Responsible for the orientation and training of all coaches regarding site and school policies, procedures and expectations.
  • Assist in the selection of coaches for the athletic program, coordinate with Human Resources to post jobs for coaching positions and participate in the interview and hiring process.
  • Evaluate all athletic programs including coaching on an annual basis.
  • Make recommendations for improvement to the Secondary Principal.
  • Mediate the resolution of problems, issues, and concerns involving the athletic department.
  • Attend athletic conference meetings.
  • Positively represents the school and its mission to the students, parents, colleagues, and general public
  • Parent Relations
  • Conduct parent meetings to inform parents of expectations, procedures, and rules.
  • Communicate effectively with parents, utilizing and explaining the proper chain of comm u nication.
  • Other Duties and Responsibilities : As needed or assigned.
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