Activities & Athletics Coordinator (2025-26)

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Director of Activities and Athletics, the Activities and Athletics Coordinator will assist with development and implementation of the District’s co-curricular athletics and activities programs for grades 7-12. The Coordinator will perform a variety of operational, supervisory and administrative functions to ensure the athletic and activity programs are implemented in alignment with the District’s mission and vision, and will serve as a resource for fostering positive relationships within the community.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Recreation, Sports Management or a related field
• Minimum of two years’ experience in student activities or athletics
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Event Planning & Management

• Assists with organizing and scheduling co-curricular activities, ensuring logistics and resources are effectively aligned for successful execution.
• Collaborates with District departments and staff to coordinate event-related aspects and requirements.
• Oversees activities to ensure compliance with district policies and promote a culture of sportsmanship.
• Ensures activities comply with safety protocols, conducting regular reviews and making recommendations for updates as necessary.
• Serves as the site manager as directed by the Director of Activities and Athletics.
• Responds to safety concerns, and assists with medical and custodial needs.

Administrative Support

• Assists with the development and administration of financial aspects of the department, including but not limited to budgeting and procurement, ensuring compliance with state and district policies.
• Assists with data entry and management within various systems and applications (Arbiter, Bound, Dragonfly, Infinite Campus, IGHSAU, IHSAA, R School).
• Assists with the coordination of travel and logistical arrangements.
• Provides support with daily office operations and addresses inquiries from students, staff, parents and community members.

Collaboration, Communication and Outreach

• Works collaboratively with Directors and administrative staff to implement and enhance program initiatives effectively.
• Serves as an Activities and Athletics liaison to booster clubs, parent groups, and community organizations.
• Assists with managing department communications and outreach to promote participation in events and activities and foster positive relationships with all stakeholders.
• Collaborates with the District Communications Department regarding social media posts and ParentSquare communications.

Staff Supervision & Support

• Actively recruits, trains, supervises, and provides feedback to athletic and activity staff.
• Provides input for athletic coach and activity sponsor performance evaluations.
• Assists in coordination and oversight of volunteers.

Professional Development

• Participates in a variety of district, conference, and state trainings and meetings.
• Engages in professional development related to duties and responsibilities to stay current with regulatory requirements and enhance department functions and capabilities.
• Completes all required training.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Attends away, post-season, and weekend events, contests and activities as the District representative.
• Performs other job-related duties, as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of co-curricular programming and student engagement strategies
• Knowledge of principles, practices, rules, and procedures of competitive sports and athletic and activity programs
• Knowledge of proper safety precautions and emergency procedures for athletic & activity settings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in using office technology and athletic/event management software and tools
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with students, staff, parents and community members
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to maintain appropriate levels of confidentiality
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• Competent working in a culturally diverse environment

In evaluating candidates for this position, Johnston Community School District may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Frequent walking and standing for extended periods; moderate sitting; occasional climbing, squatting, crouching, kneeling and bending
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.; push and pull over 50 lbs.
• Able to reach, push and pull above shoulder
• Use of hands to finger, handle and feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• Work is performed indoors in an office/school setting and outdoors
• Occasional exposure to extreme hot/cold temperatures and humidity
• Potential for exposure to bodily fluids and communicable diseases

DISTRICT STATEMENT

Johnston Community School District is an equal-opportunity affirmative-action employer. It is the policy of the District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, marital status in its employment and personnel practices. Johnston Community School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the Executive Director of Human Resources, 6510 NW 62^nd Ave, Johnston, IA 50131, 515-278-0470.

Salary : $73,289 - $81,435