What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Student Athletics and Activities position at Hopkins Public Schools?
- JobID: 5282
Position Type:
Administration/Director of District Athletics
Administration/Director of District Athletics
Date Posted:
2/8/2022
2/8/2022
Location:
Education Services Center
SECTION II: JOB SUMMARYEducation Services Center
Under the direction of the Building Principal, the Student Activities Director is responsible for leading, supervising and overseeing the total student activity programs within Hopkins Public Schools within the policies of the District, and rules and guidelines of the National Federation, Minnesota High School League, and the Regional Conference. The Student Activities Director is responsible for assuring an equitable balance and perspective with respect to the entire scope of Districts programs to best meet the needs of students and the community. In addition, the Student Activities Director is also responsible for program development and transformation that is aligned with the District Vision.
SECTION III: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Duty/Responsibility No:
1
Statement of duty/responsibility: Administers and supervises the operations, plans, and functions of the Student Activity Program.
Percent of Time:
30%
Tasks Involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility
Establishes program(s) policies and procedures
Monitors and evaluates program effectiveness, goals, and achievements
Transforms program offerings and opportunities in accordance with District Vision
Duty/Responsibility No:
2
Statement of duty/responsibility: Supervises and provides leadership and direction to all head coaches, activity advisors, Activities Office staff members, and community volunteers.
Percent of Time:
25%
Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility
Screens, interviews, and hires new Activities personnel.
Supervises, evaluates, delegates responsibilities to Activities personnel
Develops and maintains a handbook for Activities personnel
Conducts, advises on, and implements programs and procedures for Activities staff members’ performance growth and development
Duty/Responsibility No:
3
Statement of duty/responsibility: Plans and schedules all activity events. Oversees the coordination of practices, contests, performances, and transportation needs/requests (including the supervision schedules for events).
Percent of Time:
20%
Duty/Responsibility No:
4
Statement of duty/responsibility: Oversees the public relations and publicity for events, programs, and related items. Collaborates with and informs the local media, students, parents, community and other interested individuals regarding relevant program information and accomplishments.
Percent of Time:
10%
Duty/Responsibility No:
5
Statement of duty/responsibility: Supervises the use and coordinates the maintenance of all school-owned equipment, supplies, and physical facilities used by the activities program. Collaborates and works with the Supervisor of Building and Grounds and the Facility Coordinator in the maintenance and improvement of fields, structures, and other related program items.
Percent of Time:
10%
Duty/Responsibility No:
6
Statement of duty/responsibility: Oversees the budget preparation and recommendations for the Activity Program. Approves and authorizes the expenditure and payment of all invoices and purchase orders. Coordinates and monitors the accounting and tracking of the department budget.
Percent of Time:
5%
Duty/Responsibility No:
7
Statement of duty/responsibility: Performs other comparable duties of a similar nature as assigned.
Percent of Time:
SECTION IV: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge
Minnesota State High School League eligibility rules and regulations.
Local and state rules, regulations or laws pertinent to athletics, events and their operations.
District procedures and policies governing budgeting, procurement, contracting with outside personnel, collective bargaining agreements governing the hiring and supervision of coaches and support staff.
Fundamentals of supervision and management.
Administration principles, practices and procedures.
Best practices for student engagement, growth, and development
Able to problem solve conflict and difficult situations.
Strong supervisory skills.
Ability to build and maintain relationships.
Able to create marketing materials for outreach needs.
Able to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to see the big picture and recommend changes that will achieve Vision outcomes
Mentor and empower others.
Able to create partnerships with people from different backgrounds or cultures.
Strong intercultural communication skills.
Able to work outside the traditional work-week.
Able to work evening and weekend hours.
Able to advocate for others.
Able to use restorative conflict resolution skills to resolve student, staff, and community issues
Able to reimagine traditional programming opportunities in a way that increases student involvement and aligns more fully with Hopkins’ Vision.
SECTION V: EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Four-year degree in education, youth development, activity/sports management or other related field.
3-4 years post-graduate education or related experience in activities programming, non-profit management, outreach, or related field.
Experience with leading high functioning teams.
Management experience preferred.
Applied financial skills and significant budgeting experience.
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