What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Coordinator/Head Football Coach (Grades: 9-12) position at Dallas Independent School District?
- Keeps a line of communication open between campus administrators and coaches.
- Keeps abreast of University Interscholastic League policies and procedures, as well as Dallas ISD athletic policies and procedures for all sports.
- Maintains a workable situation in the assigned school by supervising the use of facilities and personnel.
- Attends sports contests and sports events or assigns a coach to help supervise the event.
- Attends meetings with District Athletic Directors, the entire coaching staff, and playoff negotiation meetings to discuss topics of concern.
- Assists with recruiting, hiring and assigning of all campus coaches.
- Maintains a personnel folder on each campus coaching staff member.
- Organizes and assigns duties and responsibilities equitably, among the entire coaching staff.
- Assures that all eligibility lists and participation reports are submitted on time.
- Assist campus athletic trainer on athletic injuries and in administration of insurance.
- Develop a consistent grade check system for the entire athletic program, informing athletes, parents, teachers, and administrators of the procedures.
- Maintains, promotes, and encourages academic success among all students.
- Provides required information and data to district UIL compliance officer and the Central Athletic Office.
- Develop a written athletic policy for assigned campuses.
- Work with feeder middle school athletic coordinators and coaches to develop a common philosophy of the total program.
- Ensure all coaches and programs are UIL compliant at all times.
- All federally funded incumbents of this position must comply with time and effort reporting requirements through personnel activity reports or periodic certification, as appropriate.
- Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the assigned sport of football.
- M anage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
- Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.
- Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students’ athletic abilities initially and an ongoing basis.
- Take all necessary precautions to protect student-athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
- Develop and coordinate a continuous evaluation of athletic program and make changes based on findings.
- Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports on out-of-town trips.
- Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
- Monitor and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
- Encourage good sportsmanship in all phases of athletic participation.
- Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
- Maintain a current inventory of all fixed assets within program.
- Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing campus athletic equipment.
- Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.
- Bachelors’s Degree, Master’s Degree preferred, from an accredited university in Physical Education, Sports Management or related field in public education; valid Texas Teacher Certification.
- C oordinates, oversees, and manages all areas of the Athletic program in the assigned school for the District. Provides instructional leadership as well as manages the day-to-day activities in assigned schools.
- Six years of directly related experience with athletic programs.
- Must have experience or a desire to work in a major metropolitan school district.
- General knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
- Knowledge of the University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules.
- D emonstrated ability to instruct and supervise student athletes.
- Demonstrated ability to encourage athletes to participate in multiple sports.
- Must possess problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to communicate effectively to community, media, and District personnel.
Skyline High School
Job
Athletic Coordinator
Schedule
Full-time
Minimum Salary
97,118.00
Median Salary
121398.00
Job Posting
Mar 26, 2025
