Upper Arlington City Schools is Hiring a Middle School Athletic Director Near Columbus, OH
UPPER ARLINGTON CITY SCHOOLSPosition: Middle School Athletic Director Location: Jones and Hastings MS FTE: 1 Reports to: Building Principal(s) FLSA Status: Exempt Employment Status: Regular/Full-time Description: The Middle School Athletic Director will direct and supervise the athletic program for grades six through eight and work cooperatively with administration, staff, students and public to promote understanding and participation in the schools athletic program.NOTE: The below lists are not ranked in order of importanceQualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or higher and relevant experience
License and training in first aid, sports management, and hold a current Pupil Activity Permit
Ability to be licensed to operate a school van and provide athlete transportation
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Ability to work effectively with others
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening
Organizational and problem solving skills
Knowledge of athletics
Knowledge of the following: Maintenance of facilities, vehicles, outdoor fields and familiarity with necessary construction projects
Essential Functions
Ensure the safety of students
Coordinate all interscholastic athletics in grades 6-8
Assists in the scheduling of all sporting events
Responsible for contracting of sporting officials
Schedule and arrange transportation for MS Athletic Competition
Maintain current inventories of all equipment and supplies on hand
Evaluate MS coaches
Assist in hiring the new MS coaches
Coordinate and provide assistance to head coaches in training and evaluating assistant coaches
Arrange for timers, scorekeepers, ticket personnel, and administrative personnel involved in the total operation of all athletic events
Ensure all spectator facilities are ready for all contests
Issue purchase orders on approved purchase requisitions
Assist with the organization and supervision of awards night
Devise, implement and engage in athletic program fund-raising activities
Implement and enforce student athletic program rules, regulations and policies including any needed hearings relative to eligibility or athletic code of conduct
Prepares and administers team budgets at the middles schools, prepare written reports when required
Interact with public in official capacity regarding athletic program
Coordinate, administer and maintain files of game contracts with coaches
Counsel, advise and encourage student athletes
Procure concession services and schedule use of gymnasium and other outside athletic facilities for games
Maintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., student files
Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents
Maintain membership in relevant professional associations, attend meetings and in-services as required
Maintain website management
Serve as a site supervisor for MS conference tournament games.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Serve as a role model for students
Perform other duties as assigned
Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner
Equipment Operated
Telephone
Computer
Copier
Fax machine
Additional Working Conditions
Occasional requirement to travel, both daily and overnight
Frequent weekend/evening/summer work
Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
Occasional interaction among unruly children
Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 50 pounds, e.g., paper boxes, deliveries of supplies and equipment
Frequently move and position self as necessary to access and operate equipment;
Frequently move around workspace and travel throughout school building;
Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance, use in the work place throughout his/her employment with the District. This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent’s supervisor and or appointing authority. The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and transgender identity, disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.